International Behavioural Public Policy Association outlines key events for 2025
The Behavioural Public Policy Blog has outlined an array of significant events and developments for the International Behavioural Public Policy Association (IBPPA) community, steering attention towards 2025 as a year of growth and opportunity within the field of behavioural public policy (BPP).
Scheduled for 10 to 12 September 2025, the International Behavioural Public Policy Conference will be convened in London, UK. This notable event is orchestrated by Sanchayan Banerjee and his team at King’s College London in collaboration with The Policy Institute. Interested participants are encouraged to submit proposals for individual papers, thematic sessions, or policy sessions, with a deadline set for 31 January. Membership with the IBPPA is a prerequisite for attending the conference. The event is poised to feature prominent keynote speakers, including Prof Gerd Gigerenzer, Prof Linda Steg, Prof Olivier Oullier, and Prof Peter John, highlighting the conference's emphasis on esteemed contributions to the field.
In addition to the conference, IBPPA members can participate in the IBPPA Seminar Series curated by Malte Dold. These seminars are designed to stimulate innovation in the field of BPP and delve into ideas and methodologies that may have previously been overlooked. The informal nature of the seminars allows presenters to showcase work in progress and gain constructive peer feedback. Upcoming speakers for the series include Chiara Varazzani on 12 February, Prof Shaun Hargreaves Heap on 12 March, Prof Nick Chater and Prof George Loewenstein on 14 May, and Dr Michael Muthukrishna on 9 July.
The blog also mentions enhancements to the IBPPA's digital presence, with a newly redesigned website aiming to serve as the central hub for announcements, event coordination, and the dissemination of information related to conferences and seminars. Credit is given to Paul Lohmann for his efforts in redesigning the website, which also houses the popular IBPPA blog, previously curated by Tony Hockley and now managed by incoming editors Manu Savani and Andriy Ivchenko.
Additionally, a new LinkedIn group dedicated to Behavioural Public Policy has been launched, already accumulating over 150 members. This platform welcomes all who have an interest in BPP, encouraging participation and contributions.
Membership options for the IBPPA have been updated, allowing for flexible timelines with choices valid for one or three years, independent of the calendar year. Membership entitles individuals to various benefits, including participation in the annual conference, access to supported seminars, discounted academic texts, and exclusive content from the Behavioural Public Policy journal.
As the IBPPA looks forward to a year filled with collaborative efforts and progressive discourse in behavioural public policy, it remains focused on engaging its community and fostering an environment of shared knowledge and innovation. Those interested in expanding their involvement are directed to the IBPPA membership website for further details and registration.