Routledge Gender and Civilian Victimization in War - Routledge Studies

This scholarly work examines how gender shapes the targeting decisions of armed actors during conflict, challenging conventional assumptions about civilian protection in warfare. The book reveals that both state and non-state actors systematically target civilians whilst maintaining adherence to international humanitarian law principles, with women disproportionately affected by these strategies. Rather than portraying civilian casualties as rare aberrations committed by rogue forces, the author demonstrates that civilian targeting is a widespread phenomenon embedded within broader war-fighting tactics. The analysis fills a critical gap in conflict studies by explaining the mechanisms through which gender influences vulnerability and victimisation patterns. Published by Routledge as part of their Gender and Security studies series, this work combines rigorous academic research with policy-relevant insights for scholars, international law practitioners, and security professionals seeking to understand contemporary patterns of armed conflict.