Sub-Theme | Abstract Strands | Description |
|---|---|---|
Integrated Program Design | Multidisciplinary Approaches; Multisectoral Collaboration; Scalable Models | This sub-theme recognizes the importance of incorporating a variety of disciplines and sectors into SBC program design. Abstracts should discuss strategies that have successfully integrated behavioral science with other areas of expertise to address complex social issues. Case studies on multisectoral collaboration that demonstrate scalable and sustainable models of SBC are particularly welcome |
Application in Diverse Contexts | Case Studies, Theory Adaptation Examples | This sub-theme focuses on how behavioral science is tested, adapted and applied within diverse African cultural, social, and economic contexts. It encourages abstracts that provide evidence or theoretical analysis on how behavioral theories and models are tailored to specific local conditions and cultural practices. |
Narrative Analysis and Advocacy | Leveraging Narratives for Advocacy; Integrating Traditional and Digital Media; Institutional Change | While acknowledging the power of storytelling, this sub-theme seeks to explore how narratives and traditional media, when integrated with modern digital platforms, can catalyze community-driven advocacy and lead to institutional change. Abstracts should discuss the utilization of stories as tools for broader social and behavioral impact. |