To foster health and well-being by providing federal leadership, partnership and resources for the compassionate and effective delivery of human services
The Behavioral Interventions Scholars awards aim to support dissertation research by advanced graduate students utilizing behavioral science or behavioral economics to explore questions relevant to social services programs and policies. The primary goal is to enhance the research field's capability to apply behavioral perspectives to issues affecting families with low incomes in the United States. This includes encouraging faculty mentorship of doctoral students and requiring that research projects elucidate the connection between behavioral theories and the improvement of practices or policies aiding children, adults, and families with low incomes, particularly initiatives aimed at enhancing their well-being.