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.
Community Engagement and Local Narratives
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Effective Community Programming
Community-Based Problem-Solving; Data-Driven Decision Making; Digital Data for Social Accountability
This sub-theme focuses on the application of practical, effective community engagement strategies for problem-solving. Abstracts should highlight programs that use local and digital data to inform decisions and promote social accountability. Case studies demonstrating the institutionalization of such engagement for systemic policy changes are encouraged.
Scaling and Impact of Grassroots Movements
Local Champions of Change; Scalable Solutions; Long-Term Community Impact
This sub-theme emphasizes the scalability and sustainability of grassroots initiatives. We invite submissions that showcase how local change agents have driven substantial behavioral changes and the methods employed to measure and maintain the impact over time
Innovative Financing and Sustainable Partnerships
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New Financial Models for SBC
Analysis of DIBs/SIGs, Case Studies on Financing Models
This sub-theme explores the use of innovative financing mechanisms such as Development Impact Bonds (DIBs) and Social Impact Guarantees (SIGs) in the context of SBC. It calls for abstracts that analyze these models, document their implementation, and evaluate their effectiveness and scalability in supporting SBC initiatives.
Cross-Sector Partnerships
Partnership Success Stories, Strategy Analysis
This area discusses the critical role of cross-sector partnerships in funding SBC projects. Abstracts should detail successful collaborations between the public sector, private entities, and non-profit organizations, analyzing strategies that led to effective SBC financing and sustainable outcomes.
Digital Transformation and Technological Innovation in SBC
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AI, NLP, and LLMs in SBC
Applications of AI in SBC; Case Studies on NLP and LLMs; Novel Research and Evaluation Techniques Using AI
This sub-theme explores how AI, including specific technologies like NLP and LLMs, not only enhances SBC strategies but also revolutionizes SBC research, monitoring, and evaluation. It focuses on the use of advanced language processing to improve understanding, foster tailored communication within SBC initiatives, and introduce innovative methods for measuring and evaluating in SBC.
Tech-Driven SBC Strategies
Digital Health Case Studies; Social Media Strategies; Mobile Technology in Research and Monitoring
Delving into the impact of digital technologies and innovations like mobile health and social media on SBC, this sub-theme seeks insights into how these tools are reshaping the landscape of SBC. It also invites contributions that highlight how mobile technology is being leveraged for real-time research, monitoring, and evaluation in SBC.
This area explores the utilization of data analytics and the extraction of behavioral insights from big data, contributing to the development of more effective and targeted SBC strategies. It also encourages submissions that illustrate how new analytical tools and methods are transforming the monitoring and evaluation processes in the field of SBC.
