Danielle Gilbert

Danielle Gilbert is an assistant professor of political science at Northwestern University and a fellow with the Bridging the Gap Project. She studies political violence, international security, hostage taking, and negotiations.


Good to Know: Hostage taking and the rise in hostage diplomacy

Media stories spotlight the high stakes – and the pressure to bring hostages home.

Why Colombia’s ELN freed a soccer star’s parents

Research on kidnappings by armed groups explains the impact on Colombia’s peace process.