World Behavior Analysis Day Alliance, LLC. (WBADA) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization, established March 19, 2021. The World Behavior Analysis Day Alliance is the hub that promotes an international inclusive celebration of the science of behavior analysis and sparks growth in its awareness, acceptance, and use. During the weeklong celebration of behavior analysis, beginning March 14th and culminating on March 20th, behavior analysis is recognized worldwide.
The date, March 20th, was selected for World Behavior Analysis Day because it is the birthdate of B.F. Skinner, the founder of contemporary behavior analysis. Skinner's radical research on behaviorism laid the groundwork for applied behavior analysis. With the growth of the discipline, behavior analysis now has a strong field with theoretical, experimental, and applied branches and distinct research methods. This field has scientific journals, textbooks, scholarly and professional organizations, and university training programs.
In this interview, we learn about the inception, mission, and vision for the future of the World Behavior Analysis Day Alliance (WBADA) from its President, Elizabeth Drago. Elizabeth shares her ABA story, diverse background in the field, and exciting committees within WBADA, providing a platform for educating others about this burgeoning field. In addition, she offers ideas on how others can participate in the weeklong celebration, providing resources to get in touch with WBADA to join in efforts to disseminate science worldwide.
This World Behavior Analysis Day, let us recognize all the behavior analysts who commit themselves to improving the human condition one behavior at a time.
Show Notes/Links:
World Behavior Analysis Day Website:https://behavioranalysisday.com/
World Behavior Analysis Day Contact: https://behavioranalysisday.com/contact
World Behavior Analysis Day Ambassadors: https://behavioranalysisday.com/wbada-ambassadors
World Behavior Analysis Day YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@worldbehavioranalysisday5293
World Behavior Analysis Day Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/behaviorday/
World Behavior Analysis Day Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WorldBehaviorAnalysisDay
Donate to World Behavior Analysis Day: https://behavioranalysisday.com/donate-to-wbada