Nora Weller is a lawyer and a doctoral scholar at the Department of Archaeology, University of Cambridge. Her research looks at cultural heritage and conflict, investigating international heritage protection policies in post-war societies. Her research interests also include dark heritage, mass grave sites and commemorative sites in post-war.
Professional engagements: She advises several governments and higher institutions on international heritage management and protection mechanisms.
Teaching: Cultural Heritage Protection in International Law, Heritage Management, Conflict Archaeology
International Experience: Nora has extensive experience in international diplomacy and state security, having been active on the front line of war and in the aftermath of conflict in several capacities relating to diplomatic negotiations between armed forces and state authorities, arms control and post-conflict reconciliation. She spent extended periods in the Balkans, the Middle East, Cyprus, and South Africa.
Educational Background: Nora completed her education at Cambridge University and Harvard University. She holds a bachelor's Degree from Lucy Cavendish College, a Master's degree and a Doctoral degree in Archaeology and Heritage from Selwyn College. She is certified in the executive education programme on Negotiations and Leadership at Harvard. She specialises in Art Law, focusing on fine art and rare objects at Sotheby's Institute of Art in Los Angeles (CA).
Nora lives in Cambridge. She is an avid skier in her free time, rows for the University of Cambridge, and writes creatively.
