We leverage insights from research and practice to
understand the relationship between communication and violence. We use this knowledge to build an active peace.
“Counteracting Hate and Dangerous Speech Online: Strategies and Considerations,” published by Toda Peace Institute
In a Toda Peace Institute Policy Brief, Over Zero provides readers with approaches to counteract hateful and dangerous speech online and a deeper understanding of this speech and the factors that enable it to resonate, spread, and drive offline action.
Building U.S. Resilience to Political Violence: A (Globally-Informed) Framework for Analysis and Action
The rise of violence and hate speech, the increase in public rhetoric that seems to condone if not encourage violence, and the declining legitimacy of U.S. democratic institutions are all well-documented.
“A New Approach to Assessing the Role of Technology in Spurring and Mitigating Conflict” in the Columbia Journal of International Affairs
Over Zero’s Laura Livingston and Rachel Brown propose a new approach to assessing and addressing the impact of changing technology on violence.
U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum Global Issues Forum
Over Zero Founder and Executive Director Rachel Brown speaks at the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum’s Global Issues Forum.
“Beyond Tolerance” on CBS
Over Zero Founder and Executive Director Rachel Brown discusses hate and dangerous speech in the U.S. on CBS “Beyond Tolerance” special.
“Inciting Peace” at PopTech
Over Zero’s Founder and Executive Director explains the importance of using communication to incite peace rather than violence, and the value of using an interdisciplinary approach to do so.