Water has always been both a lifeline and a flashpoint. From ancient conflicts over rivers to modern geopolitical tensions surrounding dams, aqu...

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Water has always been both a lifeline and a flashpoint. From ancient conflicts over rivers to modern geopolitical tensions surrounding dams, aquifers, and cross-border water treaties, the intersection of water and war reveals humanity’s most fundamental struggles for survival, power, and justice. In this special issue of the Conservation Geek E‑Zine, we invite researchers, practitioners, journalists, and storytellers to explore the multifaceted dynamics where hydrology meets history, ecology confronts politics, and peacebuilding engages with resource scarcity.

Themes of Interest
Historical and contemporary case studies of water conflicts

Transboundary river management and geopolitical tensions

Water as a weapon or casualty in warfare

Humanitarian crises, displacement, and access to safe water

Climate change, drought, and emerging security threats

Policy, ethics, and diplomacy in water-related peacebuilding

Narratives, art, and creative nonfiction around water conflicts

Submission Guidelines
Manuscript types: Short essays, research summaries, opinion pieces, case studies, or photo essays (1,000–2,500 words).

Language: English (clear and accessible style encouraged).

Submission deadline: May 25, 2026

Expected publication: June 2026 issue of Conservation Geek E‑Zine

All submissions will be peer-reviewed or editorially evaluated for clarity, originality, and relevance to the issue theme. Selected contributors will receive an author feature and DOI-link access to their published work.

How to Submit
Send your manuscript (Word or PDF format) to editor_conservationgeek@vfwe2024.info with the subject line “Submission – Water and War”. Include a brief author bio (50–100 words) and contact information.

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