Professor Brandon Hamber
@brandonhamber.bsky.social
John Hume & Tip O'Neill Peace Chair | INCORE Ulster Uni | Peace via psychology & justice | Researches conflict, healing, mental health, art, tech & masculinity | Trustee Conflict Textiles | Board Impunity Watch | Director TechEthics | www.brandonhamber.com
Fantastic to deliver the keynote address on "Young People and Peacebuilding" at the INSPIRE NOW! 2.0 Conference yesterday. Truly inspirational youth-led event, see DiverseYouthNI's profile on Instagram for highlights: www.instagram.com/diverseyouth...
February 11, 2026 at 6:58 PM
Fantastic to deliver the keynote address on "Young People and Peacebuilding" at the INSPIRE NOW! 2.0 Conference yesterday. Truly inspirational youth-led event, see DiverseYouthNI's profile on Instagram for highlights: www.instagram.com/diverseyouth...
Throwback Thurs: I wrote this article in 1996, 3 weeks after the Truth Commission began in South Africa. I noted, "...it is not guaranteed that simply listening to stories, as vital as it is, will foster lasting national reconciliation"
On Substack, also read on Medium: medium.com/@brandonhamb...
On Substack, also read on Medium: medium.com/@brandonhamb...
Will reconciliation follow disclosure?
The first three weeks of hearings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission have been marked by emotionally harrowing stories that victims
brandonhamber.substack.com
February 5, 2026 at 6:46 PM
Throwback Thurs: I wrote this article in 1996, 3 weeks after the Truth Commission began in South Africa. I noted, "...it is not guaranteed that simply listening to stories, as vital as it is, will foster lasting national reconciliation"
On Substack, also read on Medium: medium.com/@brandonhamb...
On Substack, also read on Medium: medium.com/@brandonhamb...
Great to hear Irish President, Catherine Connolly, speak today at Ulster University. A takeaway: "in a world unfortunately that is ever-more consumed with war and militarism...a lesson that we should all tell the world: that peace is normal and that war is not normal and that peace is possible"
February 4, 2026 at 3:36 PM
Great to hear Irish President, Catherine Connolly, speak today at Ulster University. A takeaway: "in a world unfortunately that is ever-more consumed with war and militarism...a lesson that we should all tell the world: that peace is normal and that war is not normal and that peace is possible"
Excited to announce my new Substack "Weaving Peace" is up and running. It's the perfect spot to stay updated on my latest writings and articles, and also has an archive of some of older work (still updating, over 100 pieces to go!). Check it out and subscribe for updates!
Weaving Peace | Brandon Hamber | Substack
“Weaving Peace” by Professor Brandon Hamber—psychologist, practitioner, and peace studies academic—features a diverse collection of popular writings, including newspaper articles, think pieces, reflec...
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February 3, 2026 at 3:14 PM
Excited to announce my new Substack "Weaving Peace" is up and running. It's the perfect spot to stay updated on my latest writings and articles, and also has an archive of some of older work (still updating, over 100 pieces to go!). Check it out and subscribe for updates!
Read my latest article "Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ is really a Board of War" now on Substack
Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ is really a Board of War
A radical rethink of the international order is not only overdue but also offers new opportunities
open.substack.com
January 30, 2026 at 12:54 PM
Read my latest article "Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ is really a Board of War" now on Substack
My piece this morning in the Irish News “Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ is really a Board of War”
Prof Brandon Hamber: Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ is really a Board of War
A radical rethink of the international order is not only overdue but also offers new opportunities
www.irishnews.com
January 28, 2026 at 9:28 AM
My piece this morning in the Irish News “Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ is really a Board of War”
Last week Greenland, will this week be Iran? Flood the media space, that’s the plan
Trump says US still ‘watching Iran‘ as ‘massive’ fleet heads to Gulf region
US president says 'big force going towards Iran' but he would 'rather not see anything happen' amid tension with Tehran.
www.aljazeera.com
January 24, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Last week Greenland, will this week be Iran? Flood the media space, that’s the plan
The "Board of Peace" is another Trump grift. He holds the power, draft Charter gives him 'exclusive authority' to hire and fire. Countries must fork over $1 billion for 'permanent membership'. Remit extends beyond Gaza. Blatant power grab, undermining global cooperation for his gain and influence.
Who is part of Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza?
Trump unveils a complex three-tier governing structure for Gaza that places Trump and pro-Israel officials at the top.
www.aljazeera.com
January 20, 2026 at 1:30 PM
The "Board of Peace" is another Trump grift. He holds the power, draft Charter gives him 'exclusive authority' to hire and fire. Countries must fork over $1 billion for 'permanent membership'. Remit extends beyond Gaza. Blatant power grab, undermining global cooperation for his gain and influence.
Feeling snubbed this morning! Apparently, my invite to Trump's 'Board of War'...sorry...'Board of Alleged Peace' got lost in the mail.
January 20, 2026 at 10:44 AM
Feeling snubbed this morning! Apparently, my invite to Trump's 'Board of War'...sorry...'Board of Alleged Peace' got lost in the mail.
A whirlwind start to the year: the flouting of international law, threats of occupation, ongoing bombing in Gaza ignored, the silence of complicity, UK hunger strikers about to die, and the tragic, inevitable violence that follows lawless US agencies. The slippery slope is getting more treacherous.
January 10, 2026 at 3:33 PM
A whirlwind start to the year: the flouting of international law, threats of occupation, ongoing bombing in Gaza ignored, the silence of complicity, UK hunger strikers about to die, and the tragic, inevitable violence that follows lawless US agencies. The slippery slope is getting more treacherous.
To mark this festive season here is a photo my freshly dug homegrown potatoes!🎄Hope you all had a wonderful day.
December 25, 2025 at 7:07 PM
To mark this festive season here is a photo my freshly dug homegrown potatoes!🎄Hope you all had a wonderful day.
The British government should be embarrassed for criminalising those who peacefully oppose genocide. In what world is this acceptable?
I’m on hunger strike in a British prison. This is why | Amu Gib
Our demands are simple – and they start with stopping the flow of arms to Israel, says activist Amu Gib
www.theguardian.com
December 22, 2025 at 6:26 PM
The British government should be embarrassed for criminalising those who peacefully oppose genocide. In what world is this acceptable?
Here is a short piece written by myself and Sophia Devlin on the issue of AI and Human Rights for those interested.
*Spoiler alert it does talk about the show Pluribus!
*Spoiler alert it does talk about the show Pluribus!
AI and Human Rights
Humanity must shape technology before technology reshapes humanity
brandonhamber.medium.com
December 19, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Here is a short piece written by myself and Sophia Devlin on the issue of AI and Human Rights for those interested.
*Spoiler alert it does talk about the show Pluribus!
*Spoiler alert it does talk about the show Pluribus!
The ongoing and amazing work of CAIN at
@ulsteruniincore.bsky.social Check it out.
@ulsteruniincore.bsky.social Check it out.
Have a look! 290 government files from the Public Record Office of NI (part of Dept. for Communities @communitiesni.bsky.social) were added to PRONI Records on CAIN (@ulsteruni.bsky.social). This is the 15th addition from the annual release of previously restricted files. cain.ulster.ac.uk/proni/
CAIN: PRONI Public Records on the CAIN Web Site
cain.ulster.ac.uk
December 19, 2025 at 10:21 AM
The ongoing and amazing work of CAIN at
@ulsteruniincore.bsky.social Check it out.
@ulsteruniincore.bsky.social Check it out.
I recently posted about the Belfast Palestinian march. On Threads, I received 1,300 likes, 157 reposts, and 90 comments. Half were supportive, while the rest called me a terrorist, vermin, or brainwashed. A few even suggested bodily harm. But the haters only made up 2.5%. Don't be distracted.
December 17, 2025 at 8:16 PM
I recently posted about the Belfast Palestinian march. On Threads, I received 1,300 likes, 157 reposts, and 90 comments. Half were supportive, while the rest called me a terrorist, vermin, or brainwashed. A few even suggested bodily harm. But the haters only made up 2.5%. Don't be distracted.
In case you missed it tomorrow @techethicsltd.bsky.social are hosting a seminar on “Human Rights in the Age of AI: Towards a New Generation of Human Rights Protections”, 11am on 12 December 2025 at Ulster University, Belfast www.eventbrite.com/e/human-righ...
Human Rights in the Age of AI: Towards a New Generation of Human Rights
Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on how humanity can shape technology before technology reshapes humanity.
www.eventbrite.com
December 11, 2025 at 7:28 PM
In case you missed it tomorrow @techethicsltd.bsky.social are hosting a seminar on “Human Rights in the Age of AI: Towards a New Generation of Human Rights Protections”, 11am on 12 December 2025 at Ulster University, Belfast www.eventbrite.com/e/human-righ...
A powerful lecture by Caoilfionn Gallagher KC, highlighting the rising transnational repression of lawyers defending human rights cases. It’s crucial to support and speak out against the increasing demonisation and violence directed at legal professionals #HumanRights @ulsteruniincore.bsky.social
December 8, 2025 at 7:29 PM
A powerful lecture by Caoilfionn Gallagher KC, highlighting the rising transnational repression of lawyers defending human rights cases. It’s crucial to support and speak out against the increasing demonisation and violence directed at legal professionals #HumanRights @ulsteruniincore.bsky.social
Can someone explain how my Airpod that has been missing for 2 years just turned up in the Christmas 🎄 baubel box!
December 7, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Can someone explain how my Airpod that has been missing for 2 years just turned up in the Christmas 🎄 baubel box!
Trump wins the Parody Peace Prize proudly sponsored by the feckless FIFA.
December 5, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Trump wins the Parody Peace Prize proudly sponsored by the feckless FIFA.
Learning from experience, always key.
Our MSc Peace and Conflict Studies students out and about in Belfast yesterday with DC Tours, exploring the city centre and narratives of conflict
December 5, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Learning from experience, always key.
Still time to sign up for this amazing event and join us!
Please come attend what promises to be a fascinating panel on Truth, Memory & Justice on 10 December from 6 to 8 pm at @ulsteruni.bsky.social organised in cooperation with @conflicttextiles.bsky.social @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social and the Tower Museum in Derry-Londonderry
December 5, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Still time to sign up for this amazing event and join us!
Amazing turnout for the Palestinian 🇵🇸 Solidarty march today in Belfast
November 29, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Amazing turnout for the Palestinian 🇵🇸 Solidarty march today in Belfast
Join us for the launch of “Transitional Justice and the Kurdish Conflict: A Grassroots Approach” 📚 by Dr Nisan Alıcı. This book explores the Kurdish conflict in Turkey and the importance of victims and grassroots activists. Takes place 12 December 2025, details: www.ulster.ac.uk/peace-blog/h...
Transitional Justice & the Kurdish Conflict
Book launch on 12 December 2025 of “Transitional Justice and the Kurdish Conflict: A Grassroots Approach” by Dr Nisan Alıcı.
www.ulster.ac.uk
November 28, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Join us for the launch of “Transitional Justice and the Kurdish Conflict: A Grassroots Approach” 📚 by Dr Nisan Alıcı. This book explores the Kurdish conflict in Turkey and the importance of victims and grassroots activists. Takes place 12 December 2025, details: www.ulster.ac.uk/peace-blog/h...
Join us for the"How Did We Get Here? The Rise of Britain’s Far Right?" Seminar featuring a fascinating talk by Daniel Trilling. The event is available in Derry and also Belfast (25 and 26 November). Hosted jointly with @ulsteruniincore.bsky.social. Details below.
Safety Security and Wellbeing
We are pleased to announce the “Safety, Security and Wellbeing for All” Seminar Series which will examine the rise of extremist political discourse.
www.ulster.ac.uk
November 10, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Join us for the"How Did We Get Here? The Rise of Britain’s Far Right?" Seminar featuring a fascinating talk by Daniel Trilling. The event is available in Derry and also Belfast (25 and 26 November). Hosted jointly with @ulsteruniincore.bsky.social. Details below.