BX Arabia is a regional behavioral insights conference that started in 2018 to emphasize the application of behavioral science in the Global South. Kurt and Tim were fortunate to be invited to moderate at the latest event, affording them the opportunity to have conversations with some of the region's most amazing BeSci thinkers. This episode highlights some of the unique insights from these conversations, with input from the following experts:
Many of the examples of behavioral science discussed highlight that the Global South has some unique needs in the field. However, an overarching theme is that context matters! The root of successful behavioral science ideas come from encompassing the surrounding culture and environment.
BX Arabia was founded by Fadi Makki, who is also the leader of B4 Development in Doha, Qatar. He left us with these inspirational words: “Unlearn all the old habits that are anchored in intuition, and then embrace, evidence-based policies and tools such as experimentation.”
Topics(2:14) What makes BX Arabia unique?
(5:58) The growth of behavioral science agencies around the world.
(8:13) How behavioral science is being integrated into public policy globally.
(11:46) Why good intentions aren’t enough to deal with wicked problems.
(23:36) The need for more behavioral scientists in the Global South.
(26:25) How behavioral science improved traffic flow in Beruit.
(31:15) The success of weight loss programs using behavioral insights.
(36:50) The large-scale nudges that are being studied at the FIFA World Cup in 2022.
LinksBX Arabia: https://nudgelebanon.org/bx-arabia/
Diversifi: https://www.diversifiglobal.com/
Behavioral Change For Good Initiative: https://bcfg.wharton.upenn.edu/
Episode 272, Jeff Madoff: How To Turn Your Creative Dreams Into Reality: https://behavioralgrooves.com/episode/creativity-jeff-madoff/
John Bargh, Episode 248: Do We Control Situations or Do Situations Control Us? https://behavioralgrooves.com/episode/control-situations-with-john-bargh/
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