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IGP's published work: peer-reviewed papers and written statements submitted to UN bodies.
IGP's published work: peer-reviewed papers and written statements submitted to UN bodies.
Reagan, A. (2026). Journal on the Use of Force and International Law. Published online 8 October 2026. DOI: 10.1080/20531702.2026.2742056.
Develops the Sovereignty of Sentience as a phenomenological standard for peace and applies it to international law. Defines peace as universally protected self-determination and violence as the impairment of that protection.
Read paperReagan, A. (2023). Peace and Conflict Studies, 29(2), Article 1.
The foundation paper behind the framework. Identifies three structural elements that recur across how peace is understood across traditions.
Read paperWritten statement submitted under Agenda Item 3, with Olivia Lewan as primary author. Argues that the modern transnational economic system entrenches global violence, and proposes mechanisms to prevent the concentration of capital from undermining peace. Document A/HRC/60/NGO/307.
Read PDFSubmitted to the 2025 ECOSOC high-level segment as the UN marks its 80th anniversary and assesses the 2030 Agenda. Argues for deeper philosophical and scientific engagement with the foundations of peace, especially in implementing SDG 16. Document E/C.2/2025/CRP.48 (item 66).
Read PDFWritten statement submitted under Agenda Item 3. Argues that the philosophical foundations of universal human rights need scientific rigour to withstand the challenges posed by pluralistic and ideologically diverse global systems. Document A/HRC/58/NGO/136.
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