OUR APPROACH
A SYSTEMATIC & SCIENTIFIC APPROACH
VOI is a three-step community-based approach that consistently and effectively promotes development and social cohesion, while building a strong social license to operate through inclusive community engagement and shared decision-making.
OUR SERVICES
is Fast
VOI is faster when compared to other standard community-based approaches: field results in 6 months have far exceeded expectations and have comparative advantages to the 2-3 years for standard local community engagement and efforts to minimize violence.
is Cost-Effective
Compared to the average budget for human rights consultants or development projects, the VOI stands out for incurring lower costs: the methodology is already developed and ready for implementation, avoiding additional time and resources.
is Easy & Flexible
VOI is simple to understand by all participants and easy to apply. It needs simple adaptations to be context-specific: it promoted peaceful coexistence in Guinea-Bissau, prevented violent extremism in Burkina Faso, and is ready to improve the well-being in multiple settings.
is Accountable
The impact of VOI is strictly measured by community-sourced indicators, which are measured and analyzed on all phases of the methodology to track its impact and make it accountable and certifiable.
Subscription
Consultancy
You can subscribe VOI on a project by project basis or have a full subscription:
License to use all VOI materials;
Dedicated Account Manager;
Support (Phone, Call & Email);
Training of your teams;
VOI Platform Access;
Unlimited Users;
Knowledge Center Access;
Implementation Plan;
Real-time analytics per project;
Automatic Social Impact Measurement;
Access to a pool of VOI Experts (1);
Certification Access;
Unlimited Geographies (2);
Unlimited VOI projects (2);
1 - Available to inquiries and not included in the licensing | 2 - Only available with a full subscription plan
CASE STUDY
Guinea-Bissau
To reduce violence and improve economic conditions of local communities affected by land disputes.
The VOI has been validated in practice. Two pilot projects have been completed in Guinea-Bissau with the UNDP to promote peaceful coexistence between communities divided by land disputes. The projects were funded by the Peacebuilding Fund and yielded outstanding results (98% of community-sourced indicators of success improved significantly from the baseline).
I. Baseline
II. Exercises
III. Interventions
Baseline
The goal of this phase is to introduce participants and stakeholders to the VOI project, develop a Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) tool based on community-sourced indicators, and create a strong baseline for future analysis.
The creation of the M&E tool is a key moment. This tool, developed alongside the local community, allows for rigorous analysis of progress and impact while reflecting local nuances. Each survey is unique to its context, helping the community feel involved and committed to the process, while remaining understandable to external stakeholders.
Automated project guidance
Every new VOI project on the platform is automatically populated with predefined steps and actions, ensuring that all projects follow the VOI methodology to achieve maximum impact.
Collaborative task management
Project Managers can assign tasks, track progress, and collaborate in real-time, ensuring that all team members, every where in the world, are aligned and working towards the same goals.
Real-time progress tracking
Monitor the status of each project with real-time updates, allowing for timely adjustments and interventions to keep projects on track and ensure impact is maximized.
Evidence upload & certification
Users can upload evidence for VOI certification, ensuring compliance with our standards and helping you achieve ESG impact and improve sustainability indicators.
Scalability & automation
The platform seamlessly scales with your needs, automating and streamlining processes to manage multiple VOI projects at once, ensuring quality and impact are never compromised.
Data analytics & reporting
The platform offers data analytics to measure impact, identify trends, and generate CSRD-aligned reports, ensuring your projects' reports are compliant with the latest regulations.