Abstract
Grounded in interdisciplinary scholarship, we bring greater attention to spatial dynamics in divided cities. Our exploratory research of Jerusalem and Sarajevo highlights important conceptual dimensions to study peace in contested contexts. Specifically, we propose studying peace as a process conditioned by spatial practices, embracing the multidimensionality of borders, and integrating the co-constitutive nature of border-mobility dynamics. By conceptualizing physical and narrated dimensions of borders and by exploring collective mobility patterns, we can develop a deeper understanding of how peace is negotiated at the local level.
