Advocacy and Accuracy: Ensuring Rigorous Research in Activism

• In Event: End All No Knocks: An activist approach to developing and deploying research-driven campaigns

Abstract

Emphasizing that advocacy does not preclude research rigor, this paper details Campaign Zero's methodological framework for data generation in its campaign against no-knock warrants. It outlines the integrated approaches combining robust data collection with transparent and accessible reporting, demonstrating how scientifically sound methods can drive effective advocacy.

Authors

• Jeffrey Lamson, Campaign Zero

• Pete Kraska, Eastern Kentucky University

• Denzel Shabazz, Campaign Zero

• Elijah Salisbury, Campaign Zero

• Cassandra Ippaso, Campaign Zero

• Shawn Fagan, Campaign Zero

• Andrew David Zaharia, Campaign Zero