The UN Behavioural Science Group fosters knowlege exchange and collaboration
Supported by the Executive Office of the UN Secretary-General and the UN Innovation Network, the UN Behavioural Science Group brings together over 5,000 members including UN colleagues from 70+ UN entities and 150+ countries, as well as non-UN observers. Founded in 2019, the Group fosters learning, peer-to-peer collaboration, partnerships and hosts practical discussions at the working and senior levels.
The UN Behavioural Science Group also supports the vision of the Secretary-General and needs of the UN through activities such as publications sharing lessons from applying behavioural science; and bringing behavioural scientists from the Global North and South into the UN to work on projects through the UN Behavioural Science Fellowship Programme.
The UN Behavioural Science Group caters to various audiences:
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The Learners:
Beginners to BeSci
(Within the UN and beyond)
This audience includes UN colleagues and external individuals who are new to behavioral science or have limited exposure to its concepts and applications.
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Educational Content: Simplified resources, foundational toolkits, and beginner-friendly guides to introduce BeSci concepts.
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Engaging Experiences: Hands-on workshops, webinars, and storytelling to make BeSci accessible and relatable.
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Pathways for Growth: Clear steps to advance their BeSci knowledge, including collaborative programs and participation in projects.
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The Practitioners:
Intermediate and Advanced BeSci Users
(Within the UN and beyond)
This group comprises individuals already applying behavioral science, including UN colleagues and external professionals. They range from intermediate to advanced practitioners.
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Specialized Resources: Advanced toolkits, case studies, and evidence-based frameworks.
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Networking Opportunities: Platforms for peer exchange, collaboration, and partnerships across diverse sectors.
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Recognition and Growth: Opportunities to lead initiatives, publish findings, and contribute to global BeSci discourse.
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The Allies:
External Partners
(Member States, Academics, Behavioral Scientists, NGOs, and Private Sector)
This audience includes external stakeholders invested in applying BeSci to drive global change.
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Collaborative Projects: Partnerships to co-create scalable solutions for global challenges.
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Policy Guidance: Insights and recommendations to integrate BeSci into policymaking and programming.
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Showcasing Innovations: Platforms to share cutting-edge research, success stories, and cross-sector applications of BeSci.
The UN Behavioural Science Group is growing
6000+
Members
150+
Countries
70+
UN Entities
Let's collaborate
to turn insights
into solutions.
Join the UN Behavioural Science Group—where UN colleagues and global experts collaborate to solve challenges more effectively and innovatively. Bring your insights from academia, government, civil society, and beyond. Together, let's create solutions that make a difference.
Our Focal Areas
HEALTH
GENDER
CLIMATE
PEACE AND SECURITY
ADMINISTRATIVE BURDEN AND BARRIERS
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND DATA
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION
DISINFORMATION AND MISINFORMATION
ETHICS
MULTI-COUNTRY EXPERIMENTS
Advisors & Collaborators
...and several others!
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Learn about the annual
UN Behavioural Science Week
For six years the UN Behavioural Science Group has convened the annual UN Behavioural Science Week bringing together UN colleagues to share their experiences with behavioural science and discuss UN work with leaders outside the UN.
