Implementation & Advisory
Harnessing identity dynamics for lasting change
Transform challenges into opportunities with our evidence-based implementation and advisory services. Using our proven EMIC methodology, we help organizations, agencies, and project teams understand and leverage identity dynamics to create lasting positive change.
Understanding Identity Dynamics: Challenges & Solutions
In today's complex world, organizations and communities face unprecedented challenges that stem from hidden cultural and identity dynamics. Our EMIC methodology reveals and addresses these challenges through proven solutions:
Rising Polarization & Division
Challenge:
Communities and organizations increasingly divided by identity-based conflicts, with traditional approaches failing to bridge growing divides.
Solution:
Our identity mapping reveals hidden connection points between groups, identifying shared values and experiences that can build sustainable bridges.
Ineffective Program Implementation
Challenge:
Well-designed initiatives falter despite solid planning, as underlying cultural dynamics and identity needs remain misunderstood.
Solution:
EMIC analysis ensures programs resonate with target populations by revealing deep identity factors that influence engagement and adoption.
Identity-Based Manipulation
Challenge:
Communities and organizations vulnerable to divisive narratives and identity-based manipulation, leading to increased tensions and reduced cohesion.
Solution:
Our methodology builds resilience by revealing manipulation techniques and strengthening positive identity connections.
Cultural Adaptation Struggles
Challenge:
Organizations struggle to adapt to rapidly changing cultural landscapes, leading to decreased effectiveness and engagement.
Solution:
EMIC provides a framework for understanding and navigating cultural change, helping organizations maintain relevance while building stronger connections with stakeholders.
Research Integration & Analysis
Challenge:
Research consortiums often struggle to incorporate identity dynamics into interdisciplinary projects, leading to incomplete understanding of human factors.
Solution:
EMIC methodology provides a rigorous framework for integrating identity analysis into large-scale research, enhancing the impact and applicability of findings.
Limited Impact Measurement
Challenge:
Traditional metrics fail to capture the complex dynamics of identity-based change, making it difficult to demonstrate and optimize impact.
Solution:
Our comprehensive measurement framework tracks both quantitative and qualitative indicators of identity transformation, providing clear evidence of progress and areas for optimization.
Systems-Level Disconnection
Challenge:
Siloed approaches to complex social issues miss the underlying identity dynamics that connect different challenges.
Solution:
EMIC methodology reveals the identity ecosystem within which specific challenges exist, enabling more effective, holistic solutions that create lasting change.
Implementation Support & Advisory
Supporting transformation
We provide sophisticated identity-based implementation support and advisory services that go beyond surface-level understanding, offering flexible, evidence-based solutions through our three-tiered approach to create lasting positive change:
Identity Impact Assessment
Perfect for organizations seeking to understand and assess identity-based challenges
Key Benefits
- Understand identity challenges
- Assess current approaches
- Identify opportunities
- Develop strategies
What's Included
- Comprehensive audit
- Assessment report
- Strategic roadmap
- Follow-up consultation
- Basic EMIC tools
Strategic Implementation Partnership
Complete EMIC methodology implementation with comprehensive support
Key Benefits
- Full EMIC implementation
- Transform approaches
- Build sustainable capacity
- Create measurable impact
What's Included
- Custom research & analysis
- Identity mapping
- Strategy development
- Staff training workshops
- Monthly progress reports
Custom Solutions
Tailored solutions for complex multi-stakeholder initiatives
Perfect For
- Research consortiums
- Multi-stakeholder projects
- Cross-sector implementation
- International coordination
- Large-scale transformation
Can Include
- Large-scale research
- Support for Horizon-funded projects
- Custom tool development
- Specialized training
- Multi-site coordination
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Areas of Impact
Implementation across sectors
Education, Arts & Culture
- Map evolving cultural identities in educational settings, transform educational approaches, and enhance cultural programs
- Analyze the impact of arts programs on community cohesion, improve student engagement and foster inclusive environments
- Develop identity-aware teaching methodologies and inform inclusive curation strategies for arts organizations
- Support academic research on cultural identity in educational contexts and arts-based learning
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Social Cohesion & Communities
- Investigate factors influencing social bonds in diverse communities and build stronger communities
- Analyze effectiveness of community integration initiatives, address social divisions and enhance integration initiatives
- Map identity landscapes in post-conflict societies and promote sustainable cohesion
- Support research into community cohesion and social integration methodologies
- Inform policy development for inclusive community building
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Conflict, Polarization & Violent Extremism
- Uncover root causes of divisions through identity mapping and transform conflict dynamics
- Analyze propaganda techniques using EMIC methodology and counter extremism
- Develop strategies for conflict transformation, build resilience and foster dialogue
- Support academic research on conflict dynamics and extremism prevention
- Inform counter-extremism and de-polarization initiatives
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Human Rights, Equity, Advocacy & Health
- Examine identity factors in healthcare access/outcomes and enhance campaign effectiveness
- Analyze cultural barriers in public health initiatives and improve stakeholder engagement
- Inform identity-aware approaches to human rights advocacy and strengthen advocacy approaches
- Support research on identity impacts in healthcare and human rights
- Develop strategies for more equitable policy implementation and create sustainable change
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Organizational Identity & Cultural Development
- Map organizational cultures and subcultures and transform workplace culture
- Analyze impact of identity on employee engagement/performance and enhance team dynamics
- Develop strategies for culture change and adaptation, improve diversity initiatives, and build inclusive leadership
- Support research on organizational identity and cultural transformation
- Inform inclusive leadership practices
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Self Development & Relationships
- Explore identity's role in personal growth and resilience
- Analyze impact of cultural identity on interpersonal relationships
- Develop frameworks for identity-based self-reflection
- Support research on identity development and relationship dynamics
- Inform approaches to identity-aware therapy and counseling
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Education, Arts & Culture
- Map evolving cultural identities in educational settings, transform educational approaches, and enhance cultural programs
- Analyze the impact of arts programs on community cohesion, improve student engagement and foster inclusive environments
- Develop identity-aware teaching methodologies and inform inclusive curation strategies for arts organizations
- Support academic research on cultural identity in educational contexts and arts-based learning
Read More
Social Cohesion & Communities
- Investigate factors influencing social bonds in diverse communities and build stronger communities
- Analyze effectiveness of community integration initiatives, address social divisions and enhance integration initiatives
- Map identity landscapes in post-conflict societies and promote sustainable cohesion
- Support research into community cohesion and social integration methodologies
- Inform policy development for inclusive community building
Read More
Conflict, Polarization & Violent Extremism
- Uncover root causes of divisions through identity mapping and transform conflict dynamics
- Analyze propaganda techniques using EMIC methodology and counter extremism
- Develop strategies for conflict transformation, build resilience and foster dialogue
- Support academic research on conflict dynamics and extremism prevention
- Inform counter-extremism and de-polarization initiatives
Read More
Human Rights, Equity, Advocacy & Health
- Examine identity factors in healthcare access/outcomes and enhance campaign effectiveness
- Analyze cultural barriers in public health initiatives and improve stakeholder engagement
- Inform identity-aware approaches to human rights advocacy and strengthen advocacy approaches
- Support research on identity impacts in healthcare and human rights
- Develop strategies for more equitable policy implementation and create sustainable change
Read More
Organizational Identity & Cultural Development
- Map organizational cultures and subcultures and transform workplace culture
- Analyze impact of identity on employee engagement/performance and enhance team dynamics
- Develop strategies for culture change and adaptation, improve diversity initiatives, and build inclusive leadership
- Support research on organizational identity and cultural transformation
- Inform inclusive leadership practices
Read More
Self Development & Relationships
- Explore identity's role in personal growth and resilience
- Analyze impact of cultural identity on interpersonal relationships
- Develop frameworks for identity-based self-reflection
- Support research on identity development and relationship dynamics
- Inform approaches to identity-aware therapy and counseling
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Why Work with the OICD?
Unparalleled
expertise in
identity dynamics
- Proven Methodology
- Evidence-based EMIC approach
- 25 years of development
- Continuous refinement
- Measurable results
- Expert Team
- Global experience
- Local understanding
- Cross-sector expertise
- Ongoing support
- Flexible Solutions
- Scalable packages
- Custom approaches
- Sustainable implementation
- Long-term partnership
- Measurable Impact
- Clear metrics
- Regular reporting
- Continuous optimization
- Demonstrated results
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How it Works
Working as partners for your success
Our implementation process is designed to ensure success:
- Initial Consultation
- Deep understanding of your challenges
- Assessment of current approaches
- Identification of key objectives
- Discussion of potential solutions
- Package Selection & Customization
- Review of available options
- Tailoring to your specific needs
- Development of detailed proposal
- Agreement on deliverables and timeline
- Implementation
- Systematic rollout of selected package
- Regular progress monitoring
- Continuous adjustment and optimization
- Clear communication throughout
- Impact Measurement
- Tracking of key metrics
- Regular progress reports
- Assessment of outcomes
- Recommendations for ongoing improvement
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What our Partners Say
"The identity frameworks and capacities provided by the OICD have been a fantastic addition to our implementation work. Systematically incorporating a formal identity-based approach has opened up new opportunities to reach and positively transform divided communities."
- Embrace Dialogue, NGO
"Joining forces with the OICD allowed us to explore how identity can be creatively utilized as a powerful tool to manage diversity and encourage social cohesion. This is at the core of UNESCO's mission, and OICD's collaboration supports stakeholders in their efforts to advance positive social change."
- UNESCO staff member
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FAQs
Learn more about how we can help
What are your different implementation packages and how do I choose?
We offer three main implementation packages:
• Identity Impact Assessment (typically from $2,000): Perfect for initial assessment and recommendations
• Strategic Implementation Partnership (typically from $4,000/month): Comprehensive EMIC implementation with ongoing support
• Custom Solutions: Tailored packages for complex initiatives
During our initial consultation, we'll help you determine which package best suits your needs based on your objectives, timeline, and resources.
How long does implementation typically take?
Implementation timelines vary based on the package and scope:
• Identity Impact Assessment: 2-4 weeks
• Strategic Implementation Partnership: 3-12 months
• Custom Solutions: Varies based on project scope
We work closely with clients to establish realistic timelines and milestones, ensuring steady progress toward your objectives.
What kind of support do you provide during implementation?
Our support is comprehensive and includes:
• Regular check-ins and progress meetings
• Hands-on guidance and troubleshooting
• Staff training and capacity building
• Implementation tools and resources
• Progress monitoring and optimization
• Impact measurement and reporting
Can you implement EMIC methodology in any sector?
Yes, EMIC methodology is highly adaptable and has been successfully implemented across various sectors:
• Education and cultural institutions
• Government and policy organizations
• Healthcare systems
• Social service agencies
• Corporate environments
• NGOs and advocacy groups
We tailor our implementation approach to your specific sector and context.
What makes your implementation approach different?
Our approach stands out because:
• We focus on deep identity dynamics, not just surface-level changes
• Implementation is guided by our proven EMIC methodology
• We provide comprehensive support throughout the process
• Our solutions are sustainable and measurable
• We build internal capacity for long-term success
How does OICD support university research consortiums and large-scale funded projects?
We provide comprehensive support tailored to academic and research environments:
• Expertise with Horizon and other major funding requirements
• Integration of identity analysis into interdisciplinary research
• Support for academic publication and dissemination
• Frameworks for measuring identity-related impacts
• Tools for cross-institutional collaboration
• Guidance on stakeholder engagement and impact demonstration
How do you measure implementation success?
We use a comprehensive measurement framework that includes:
• Quantitative metrics tailored to your objectives
• Qualitative assessments of change
• Regular progress reports
• Impact evaluations
• Stakeholder feedback
• Long-term outcome tracking
What happens after implementation?
We ensure sustainable success through:
• Ongoing support and consultation
• Regular check-ins and progress reviews
• Additional training as needed
• Access to updated tools and resources
• Impact measurement and optimization
• Long-term partnership opportunities
Still have questions? Our team is here to help. Schedule a consultation to discuss your specific needs and how we can support your goals.
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Ready to Unlock the Power of Identity?
We invite you to join us in transforming challenges into opportunities. Whether you are representing or leading an organization, agency, coporation or consortium, OICD's research and analysis services can help you and your team achieve your goals.
Schedule a consultation call following the link below and we'll use that time to:
- Discuss your unique challenges and objectives
- Explore how our EMIC methodology can benefit your work
- Outline a potential research approach tailored to your needs
- Answer any questions you have about our services and process
Take advantage of revealing the hidden dimensions of identity and cultural dynamics. Partner with OICD to reveal the insights that can transform your impact.
Schedule a Call with our Team to Discuss Your Needs