About Us

The interdisciplinary University of Oregon initiative titled “Genocide Prevention Initiative” strives to harness the rich scholarship and experience of academics, policymakers, and advocates around the world to establish a movement toward lasting change in both international and domestic contexts.

A collaborative endeavor between several units, the initiative was inspired by the work of Dr. Paul Slovic, UO Professor of Psychology and internationally renowned scholar in the areas of decision research, psychic numbing and apathy to genocide. The initiative examines personal and political responses to mass atrocities from the perspective of numerous disciplines, including law, ethics, psychology, history, communications, international studies, geography, political science, and others.

The goal of the project is to formulate strategies that will motivate students, citizens, and governments to become more responsive to issues related to the prevention of genocide and politicide.  It aims to bridge scholarship and advocacy, while raising awareness, engaging the campus community, and encouraging action.

Through a generous commitment from the Savage Endowment, the initiative provides up to $20,000 annually to support eligible programs proposed by UO faculty, staff and students.”