About Olivera Simić

A Voice for Justice, Memory, and Post-War Truth

Olivera Simić is a Professor at Griffith Law School, Australia, and an internationally recognized scholar in international law and transitional justice. Having lived through the Yugoslav wars, her work is deeply rooted in lived experience and global research. Through extensive interviews with survivors, perpetrators, and witnesses, she explores themes of justice, trauma, and resilience. Her research focuses particularly on the voices of women affected by conflict, bringing attention to stories often left unheard. Today, she continues to educate, write, and advocate from Brisbane, Australia.

Publications & Research

Books Exploring Justice, War, and Human Experience

Olivera Simić’s books combine academic depth with personal narratives, examining post-conflict justice, gender, and human rights. Her work offers powerful insights into the realities of war and its lasting impact.

Madam War Criminal: Biljana Plavšić, Serbia’s Iron Lady

Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia, she became the only female political leader ever prosecuted for mass atrocities.

Silenced Victims of Wartime Sexual Violence

Explores survivor perspectives, justice challenges, and narratives from post-conflict wartime experiences.

Surviving Peace: A Political Memoir

A personal story reflecting resilience, displacement, and life after conflict and war.

Regulation of Sexual Conduct in UN Peacekeeping Operations

Critically analyzes UN policies on sexual exploitation within international peacekeeping missions.

Research Focus

Areas of Expertise

International Law

Examining legal frameworks shaping post-conflict justice and accountability.

Transitional Justice

Understanding how societies rebuild and seek justice after conflict.

Gender & Conflict

Highlighting women’s experiences and voices in wartime and recovery.

Human Rights

Advocating for justice, dignity, and equality in global contexts.

Featured Publication

An Introduction to Transitional Justice (Second Edition)

This updated edition offers a thorough overview of transitional justice frameworks. It explores mechanisms such as trials, truth commissions, reparations, and institutional reforms. Written by leading experts, it bridges theory and real-world application.

Explore Work That Matters

Dive deeper into research, stories, and insights that challenge perspectives and inspire meaningful conversations about justice and humanity.