Cambridge-LSE Behavioural Science for Biodiversity Conservation Policy Workshop

21 May 2026: The Cambridge-LSE Behavioural Science for Biodiversity Conservation Policy Workshop

This is an open call for the upcoming Cambridge-LSE workshop on Behavioural Science for Biodiversity Conservation Policy to be held at the University of Cambridge, UK on 21 May 2026.

This will be an opportunity to get together - colleagues from the International Behavioural Public Policy Association, London School of Economics, and the Cambridge Conservation Initiative to share insights, discuss current research, and explore future directions at the intersection of behavioural science and conservation policy. The key themes, plan for the day, and guidelines for application are here.

Abstracts of 800 words are required to be submitted by 14 February 2026 via email to eei-info@jbs.cam.ac.uk

More information:

The Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) and the Dasgupta Review have emphasised the need for transformative change to halt biodiversity decline, reflected in the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) target to protect 30% of the planet by 2030. Such change requires a fundamental shift in human behaviour at individual and structural levels, as has been outlined in the recent needs assessment by the IUCN Behaviour Change Task Force.

This workshop aims to bring together researchers and practitioners to explore the conceptual field of behavioural science for biodiversity conservation policy, share empirical studies and insights.

Who will be there:

·        Members of the International Behavioural Public Policy Association

·        Members and representers from the Cambridge Conservation Initiative (CCI)

·        Scholars and practitioners from the IBPPA, LSE and University of Cambridge – Land Economy, Political Psychology

Topics:

·        Behavioural intervention studies for conservation 

·        Conceptual papers and models

·        Evidence reviews

Expected outcomes:

·        Understanding and mapping the field

·        Outline for research priorities

·        Ideas for papers, collaboration, follow up suggestions.

What will the day be like:

·        Light breakfast, network

·        Welcome notes - facilitators

·        3 Workshop Blocks

·        Keynote

·        Activities in Cambridge + Dinner

Practical information:

Date: 21st May 2026

Time: 9:30 – 16:30

Venue: David Attenborough Building, Cambridge Conservation Initiative CB2 3QZ

Evening Activities (optional): Punting, walking & Dinner

Contact: a.elad@jbs.cam.ac.uk