Campaigning
Action on Armed Violence is a London charity that works to reduce harm and rebuild lives affected by armed violence, through research and advocacy.
Iain Overton's own focus there is the impact of explosive violence on civilians, the use of improvised explosive devices by armed groups, and the harm caused by guns worldwide.
- Expert member, Forum on the Arms Trade
- Co-commissioner, Lancet Commission on Global Gun Violence and Health (since 2024)