Lara Kajs writes from the field — documenting conflict, displacement, civilian protection, and the lived realities of people navigating war and its aftermath. Her work bridges firsthand experience with historical context, legal frameworks, and questions of accountability.
Her books explore authoritarian rule, atrocity crimes, forced displacement, and the resilience of affected communities. Each work reflects years of research, field engagement, and interviews with witnesses and survivors.
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Beyond the Veil: Afghan Women and Girls’ Journey to Freedom
The return of the Taliban brought the immediate, systematic execution…
Assad’s Syria
For more than half a century, the Assad family brutalized…
Stories from Yemen: A Diary from the Field
Yemen is a magical place. Its beauty is the land,…