Päivi Lujala

Professor
Geography Research Unit, University of Oulu
Finland

I am a Professor in Geography, with a background in both human geography and economics, at the Geography Research Unit, University of Oulu, Finland. My research focuses on two broad topics: i) management of valuable natural resources in the Global South and ii) adaptation to environmental change. In particular, my research focuses on understanding the factors that influence people’s and decision-makers' beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors regarding natural resource management, and how improved resource management can be supported through citizen engagement, transparency, and accountability. I am an editor of the Environment and Security journal and an editorial committee member of the Journal of Peace Research and Wisdom Letters. I am an active member of the Environmental Peacebuilding Association, serving as treasurer and a member of the Board of Directors.