Over Zero

Builds community resilience against identity-based division and violence through cross-disciplinary approaches

Primary audience
Communities
Work area
Conflict Resolution
Topic
Identity-Based Violence
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About Organization

Over Zero works with communities to prevent identity-based violence and strengthen social cohesion using evidence-based methods that combine research and practice. Based in Boston, MA, the organization partners with local communities to address the root causes of intergroup conflict and build capacity for peaceful coexistence.

What They Focus On

Violence Prevention

Develops strategies to prevent identity-based violence by addressing root causes and strengthening community resilience

Intergroup Dialogue

Facilitates engagement across differences to build understanding and reduce polarization within communities

Research-Practice Integration

Applies cross-disciplinary research insights to design effective community-based interventions for social cohesion

How They Work

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  • 01

    Research and Analysis

    Apply cross-disciplinary research to understand local drivers of identity-based division and violence

  • 02

    Community Partnership

    Collaborate with local partners to design context-appropriate interventions and build local capacity

  • 03

    Dialogue and Engagement

    Facilitate structured conversations that help communities engage constructively across differences and identities

  • 04

    Resilience Strengthening

    Build long-term community capacity to prevent violence and maintain social cohesion during tensions

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Over Zero

Community Resilience Building

Partners with communities to strengthen resilience against identity-based division through evidence-based interventions and capacity building

Cross-Disciplinary Research

Applies scientific research from multiple disciplines to understand and address drivers of identity-based violence

Dialogue Facilitation

Creates spaces for communities to engage across differences and build understanding through structured dialogue processes

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Over Zero.

Team information not available.

Contact

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Email

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Boston, MA