Timothy Lay is ACLED’s Analysis Manager. In this role, he manages ACLED’s team of regional specialists and research analysts, and oversees the production and review of ACLED’s global analysis outputs.

Tim is an expert in global conflict dynamics, with regional research experience covering Southeast Asia, South Asia, and Africa. Tim holds an MA in International Relations (International Humanitarian Action) from the University of Groningen, where he specialized in conflict, peacebuilding, and religion, having completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Sydney, specializing in Indonesian studies.