“Given the increased interest in applied behavioural science, the formation of a society representing the skills, conduct and practices of professional members is a sensible move at the current time.”
What is GAABS?
The Global Association of Applied Behavioural Scientists (GAABS) is the world’s first independent organisation representing the interests of applied behavioural scientists, primarily working in the private sector.
GAABS has a clear scientific, social and non-commercial purpose.
Membership is open to individuals, organisations and teams working in applied behavioural science, and to Masters/PhD students of behavioural science.
Purpose and goals
GAABS’ purpose is a core part of its constitution, with all initiatives stemming back to one or more of the goals:
Create a quality stamp for approved behavioural scientists through the membership of the Association, helping individuals or organisations interested in acquiring Behavioural Science expertise to navigate and identify approved practitioners.
Promote high-quality ethical behavioural science applications in private, public and non-governmental organisations through a set of agreed principles.
Bridge academia and practice, connect a network of associated individuals / organisations and increase awareness of the field’s most important insights.
Encourage and support a responsible concern for human rights, ethical and environmental issues, consistent with the UN sustainable development goals.
Safeguard the authenticity and integrity of applied behavioural science, taking measures to eliminate conduct which might place this at risk.
Why is it needed?
Applied behavioural science is a rapidly growing and currently unregulated field. Although other associations exist, none function as a professional body that directly serves the interests of bona fide practitioners.
Consequently, the needs of professional practitioners and those that commission services are currently under-represented. A need exists to:
safeguard and maintain the quality and standards of applied behavioural scientists;
represent the legitimate interests of current and future members;
promote the discipline’s most important insights and applications.
Why Join Us?
GAABS' Founding Members, Advisory Board and Board of Directors include some of the world’s foremost academics and leading practitioners in the field of Applied Behavioural Science. As a Member of GAABS you will,
be part of a global community of academics and practitioners;
build alliances with peers and organisations who share similar interests and values;
demonstrate your commitment to maintaining the highest standards of skills, knowledge, conduct and practice;
get access to events, conferences and programmes (in person or virtual) hosted by GAABS and its partners;
have the opportunity to participate in the development of new resources, access tools and insights, and gain recognition for your work; and
enhance your professional profile with a quality label from GAABS.
