Hear from our Director, Professor Liam Smith, in this free online webinar hosted by Impact Labs at Monash Business School. Liam will join James Trezise, director of the Biodiversity Council, to share insights from a national survey on community attitudes toward nature conservation. You will learn how the Biodiversity Council has used this research to inform both public engagement and policy advocacy. Following the May 2025 federal election, environmental law reform remains on the political agenda, but momentum has slowed. Liam and James will explore how these survey findings can help reignite a nature-positive reform agenda in the new federal term. Moderated by Associate Professor Anita Foerster, Director of Green Lab, Monash Business School. Register now via Humanitix: lnkd.in/gjKahJ8x ___ Make change happen: contact us about partnering on your project or explore our courses. Our 25+ PhD-level researchers find behavioural solutions to pressing social, environmental and organisational problems. BehaviourWorks Australia, part of Monash University. #BehaviouralScience #BehavioralScience #Biodiversity #Sustainability #Conservation

Reducing Australia’s material footprint is a complex and multifaceted challenge. How can policy-makers, industry leaders, entrepreneurs and advocates reshape our systems of production and consumption for a more sustainable future? In our webinar 'Novel Approaches to Systems Change' this Thursday (link below), Jennifer Macklin will delve into her work on the CE Roadmap project, designed as a behavioural roadmap to circular consumption. Jennifer's research ultimately revealed that starting with consumers is not the best way to drive circular economy outcomes. The shift instead needs to come from industry practices, which will in turn create circular opportunities for consumers. Further, government intervention in the form of policy and other supports is necessary to help reduce barriers faced by industry. Diagnosing system challenges was at the heart of this project, says Jennifer. "Sometimes one defaults to ‘individual’ behaviour change as the most visible part of the problem, but individuals often face significant system barriers, and this is true for consumers in a circular economy. "Behavioural system mapping helps identify points of intervention in the system to lead to the change we want to see," she adds. "As well as individual change, behavioural science can identify structural and policy recommendations and industry change. "Behavioural science is about so much more than individual behaviour." Register now to view 'Novel Approaches to Systems Change' this Thursday 26 June, 2-3PM (GMT +10): monash.zoom.us/webinar/regis… ___ Make change happen: contact us about partnering on your project or explore our courses. behaviourworksaustralia.org/ Our 25+ PhD-level researchers find behavioural solutions to pressing social, environmental and organisational problems. BehaviourWorks Australia, part of Monash University. #BehaviouralScience #BehavioralScience #ScienceWebinar #CircularEconomy #ZeroWaste

How can behavioural science help reshape the systems that shape us? In our second FREE webinar, 'Novel Approaches to Systems Change', we dive into how behavioural science is evolving to tackle deeply rooted, complex issues. From sustainable housing to hospital waste reduction and circular economy systems, our experts are applying behavioural thinking in impactful, system-level ways: 🔹 Liam Smith is spearheading a national blueprint to upgrade one million homes with sustainability and behaviour at its core. 🔹 Jennifer Macklin is using behavioural systems mapping to untangle circular economy challenges. 🔹 Lena Jungbluth is driving environmental responsibility in healthcare through smarter waste practices. If you're working on problems with no easy answers, this could well be the perspective shift you need. Sign up now for a thought-provoking session on using behavioural insights to influence systemic transformation, part two of our 'Challenge Accepted' webinar series. 'Novel Approaches to Systems Change' 26 June 2025, 2-3pm (GMT+10) Register here: lnkd.in/eQmTZq8e Read more about the series here: lnkd.in/dYyT2rfW ___ Make change happen, contact us about partnering on your project or explore our courses: lnkd.in/g3QpFJgP Our 25+ PhD-level researchers find behavioural solutions to pressing social, environmental and organisational problems. BehaviourWorks Australia, part of Monash University. #BehaviouralScience #BeSci #SBC #BehavioralScience #ScienceWebinar #CircularEconomy #Sustainability #Healthcare

How can we ensure that sharing wildlife content online supports, rather than harms, conservation efforts? This question was at the heart of the forum "Designing Social Media Guidelines for Conservation", run by our very own Meghan Shaw at the International Congress for Conservation Biology this week. Meghan’s forum united conservation and social scientists to kick-start the creation of best-practice guidelines for sharing wildlife and conservation content online. The guidelines will be further refined by a panel of experts and released later this year for use by organisations and individuals sharing digital content on nature conservation. "The conversations sparked were rich and ongoing—but a few key takeaways stood out for me," Meghan says. "Consider the unintended consequences of your content. For example, could a photo of you holding an animal unintentionally encourage others to seek the same experience? "If an image requires a caption to explain or justify it… is it the right image to post?" Stay tuned for more discussions on ethical, effective conservation communication as the week continues at #ICCB2025. ___ Make change happen: contact us about partnering on your project or explore our courses. lnkd.in/g3QpFJgP Our 25+ PhD-level researchers find behavioural solutions to pressing social, environmental and organisational problems. BehaviourWorks Australia, part of Monash University. #BehaviouralScience #BeSci #SBC #BehavioralScience #MarketingCommunications #WildlifePhotography #Conservation

Is email always the best way to get your message across, or is there still a place in our lives (and work) for the humble, handheld letter? Which is more effective when it comes to changing behaviour? Here at BehaviourWorks Australia we're asked this question often, especially by those whose professional role it is to impart information and 'persuade' in some way. So we're revisiting our best-read blog post of all time (link below), in which we compare and contrast emails and letters. Regardless of which way you ultimately choose to convey your message, the way you say it is crucial. To this end, we also explore some techniques designed to elevate your written communications and drive your message home. Happy reading: behaviourworksaustralia.org/…... ___ Make change happen: contact us about partnering on your project or explore our courses: behaviourworksaustralia.org/ Our 25+ PhD-level researchers find behavioural solutions to pressing social, environmental and organisational problems. BehaviourWorks Australia, part of Monash University #BehaviouralScience #BeSci #SBC #BehaviourChange #BehavioralScience #MarketingCommunications #Storytelling #ContentMarketing

People living with dementia can find the hospital environment stressful. There's the noise factor; confusion in the face of extreme busyness; and unfamiliar carers with high turnover, introducing constant change to the mix. These patients can also receive suboptimal care, partly due to a limited ability to express their needs in the face of overwhelm. This newly published paper, led by BehaviourWorks Australia researcher Alyse Lennox, found several factors contribute to the lack of quality care for dementia patients in a hospital setting. They included: • Uncertainty around responsibility for communicating with families to understand the needs of the person living with dementia; • Unsuitable tools; • Lack of opportunities for families to communicate with staff; • Resource and environmental constraints. Study participants discussed the various ways the level of care could be improved, and emphasised the need for an intervention that would foresee potential issues rather than simply react to them. The paper highlights their support for the idea of a "hospital admission kit" containing information about both people living with dementia and their familiar items. The ongoing project is a collaborative initiative between @MonashUni and @PeninsulaHealth, and spearheaded by A/Professor Chris Moran. The team has been collaborating to create and implement a digital tool that incorporates the needs and preferences of people living with dementia before their hospital admission, ensuring more personalised care. Read the journal article: bmcgeriatr.biomedcentral.com… Make change happen, contact us about partnering on your project or explore our courses. Our 25+ PhD-level researchers find behavioural solutions to pressing social, environmental and organisational problems. BehaviourWorks Australia, part of Monash University.

A big congratulations to Dr Kathie Pawluk De-Toledo, who graduated this week upon completion of her PhD. Kathie, middle, was part of the Behaviour Change GRIP (Graduate Research Industry Partnership) group, made up of 17 PhD students led by Liam Smith at Monash Sustainable Development Institute. Kathie's organisation partner was Vicroads and her topic was travel behaviour changes during and post the COVID-19 pandemic. Her main supervisor was Sjaan Koppel at Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC), pictured on the left. Congratulations also to graduate Jane Wardani from MSDI; her main supervisor was Annette Bos. Pictured also is Michaela Lang, a former Behaviour Change GRIP student. Learn more about GRIP here: monash.edu/.../graduate-rese…... Make change happen: contact us about partnering on your project or explore our courses. Our 25+ PhD-level researchers find behavioural solutions to pressing social, environmental and organisational problems. BehaviourWorks Australia, part of Monash University. #BehaviouralScience #BeSci #BehaviourChange #BehavioralScience

What have we been up to this month? - Meet Bernice Plant (one-time "radical behaviouralist") - Our latest 'Change Room' is ready to watch - Our 'Challenge Accepted' Webinars are here - Can you spot misinformation? Keep up with BehaviourWorks Australia’s news and updates — read our latest newsletter: linkedin.com/.../reading-rad…... #MakeChangeHappen, contact us about partnering on your project or explore our courses: behaviourworksaustralia.org #BehaviouralScience #BeSci #SBC #BehaviourChange #BehavioralScience

Our webinar series starts tomorrow! Register now to catch the live broadcast of "Behavioural Science: A Critical Piece of the Puzzle", the first in a four-part series where we'll explore the incredible power of behavioural science in helping to solve critical and nuanced issues. Behaviour change approaches are invaluable for driving positive social and environmental shifts, yet surprisingly, they are rarely used in intervention design. In this one-hour session, you'll discover the essential steps of a behavioural science approach. We'll demonstrate how these steps can be applied using real-world case studies. Learn how we’ve used behavioural science to: •Enhance patient experience and safety •Reduce food waste •Support individuals with serious injuries in living their best lives Featuring three of our esteemed behavioural scientists: •Breanna Wright: Breanna’s work with the Victorian Managed Insurance Authority exemplifies the application of behavioural insights to patient safety strategies, enhancing outcomes in healthcare settings. •Mark Boulet: Mark will demonstrate the versatility of behavioural science in tackling critical environmental issues like food waste and loss, working with organisations like OzHarvest and NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) to reduce household food waste; a complex problem deeply rooted in human habits. •Alyse Lennox: Alyse employed behavioural principles to address engagement challenges among young men living with spinal cord injuries, collaborating with Austin Health, AQA Community and the Transport Accident Commission (TAC) to empower this cohort to lead fulfilling lives. Register now at the link below and be inspired by the creative thinking behavioural science can unlock. Whether you’re looking for fresh approaches to problem-solving or simply curious about how behavioural science works in practice, this webinar has something for you. Click here to register: monash.zoom.us/.../WN_Fdqbrw…... #MakeChangeHappen, contact us about partnering on your project or explore our courses. Our 25+ PhD-level researchers find behavioural solutions to pressing social, environmental and organisational problems. BehaviourWorks Australia, part of Monash University

Our latest episode of 'Meet the Researcher' features Bernice Plant, a one-time "radical behaviourist" who talks us through her journey from forensic to behavioural science. A unit in community psychology and societal issues planted the seeds for Bernice's career, which now sees her working to affect positive change through behavioural insights — for example, among young drivers (fact: for young people, social threats can be as concerning as physical threats). Bernice suggests behavioural science needs to work more collaboratively, so that change isn't imposed by researchers, but rather agreed to via a participatory approach. View the episode here: youtube.com/watch?v=YrwR9twl… #MakeChangeHappen, contact us about partnering on your project or explore our courses. behaviourworksaustralia.org Our 25+ PhD-level researchers find behavioural solutions to pressing social, environmental and organisational problems. BehaviourWorks Australia, part of Monash University.