Timeline: 2012-2020
Oakland’s pathway to violence reduction was rooted in procedural justice work, partnership with community leaders, and leadership commitments to change.
The Results: A rigorous quasi-experimental evaluation of our work in Oakland by Northeast University found that it:
- Was the primary driver of an over 50% reduction in shootings and homicides citywide from 2012-2019.
- Produced the longest sustained reduction in homicides in 50 years
- Reduced gang-involved shootings by 43%
- Reduced victimization and re-arrests among highest risk Ceasefire clients compared to control groups.
