Viljar Haavik

Viljar Haavik is a researcher and PhD student at the Norwegian Institute of International Affairs (NUPI) since November 2019, focusing on peace, conflict, and development issues, particularly violent extremism, jihadist insurgencies, and the interplay between migration, development, and taxation. In addition to current research efforts, Viljar Haavik has served as a graduate research assistant at NUPI, contributing to a thesis centered on regime change and security in Burkina Faso. Earlier professional experiences include a maintenance worker role at BOLIGSTIFTELSEN NYDALEN and seasonal work as an operational worker at Alsaker Fjordbruk AS. Educational background includes a Master's degree in Peace and Conflict Studies and a Bachelor's degree in International Studies, both from the University of Oslo.