Safekeeping our neighborhoods
LivZero is a place-based, participatory research firm that partners with community-based organizations to develop community-driven solutions to the climate crisis.
Investing in community
We’re committed to addressing the systemic barriers that prevent communities from being the decision-makers and story-tellers in policy and program development by providing them with the platform to lead and create community-scale solutions.
Tackling urgent and complex issues
Participatory Research
We elevate community expertise by gathering and analyzing data that better examines and informs us where to invest our time and resources while combatting climate change.
Storytelling
We incorporate cultural equity considerations and processes in climate plans and programs to ensure they are equitable, implementable, and combat environmental racism.
Community Engagement
We design community-led engagement processes that support self-determination, change the narrative, & build diverse leadership to achieve our goal of climate justice.
Zero pollution. Zero injustice.
To LivZero means to take the path of meaningful resistance. Solving our communities’ most pressing issues requires determination, discernment, optimism, and commitment.
Conservationists & Community Leaders
"Ms. Duckworth worked on three projects involving community engagement, youth leadership and catalyzing urban conservation. Her work was invaluable to us and she continues to support our work and mission."
Jill Erickson, Former Executive Director