Behavioral Science Unconference
A Two-Day Virtual Event! June 23 & June 25 | 12:00 - 2:15 PM ET
Shape the Conversation
The Academy is thrilled to host the Behavioral Science Unconference—a virtual event where you help shape the agenda, share insights, and spark meaningful discussion around behavioral science-related conditions and care.
- ✓Submit topics that matter most to you.
- ✓Vote on submissions to help shape the final agenda.
- ✓Engage in discussions that encourage collaboration and innovation.
Choose How You’d Like to Participate
Whether you want to actively help shape the experience or join as an engaged learner, the Unconference offers a flexible format built around thoughtful participation, shared learning, and professional connection.
Active Collaborator Registration
Active Collaborators take a hands-on role in shaping the Unconference experience. This option is designed for participants who want to contribute ideas, help build the agenda, and engage directly in discussion.
- Submit proposed discussion topics
- Vote on submitted topics to shape the final agenda
- Actively engage in live discussions and presentations
By submitting a topic, Active Collaborators agree to be prepared to lead or contribute meaningfully to discussion on that topic if it is selected.
Learning Participant Registration
Learning Participants are welcome to attend and observe the Unconference sessions, but they will not participate in topic submission, voting, or presenting.
This option is ideal for those who want to listen, learn, and reflect without active facilitation responsibilities, while still benefiting from the energy and insight of a peer-driven event.
- Attend live Unconference sessions as an engaged participant
- Listen in on peer-led discussions and emerging perspectives
- Gain insight from shared experiences across the profession
Before the Event
Active contributors will receive access to an exclusive private community board where they can introduce themselves, share perspectives, exchange ideas, and begin building momentum ahead of the live event.
It’s an opportunity to start the conversation early and create a stronger, more connected Unconference experience from the start.
Categories
Please review the general categories below, then submit a presentation topic that is most relevant to behavioral science and one you are prepared to speak about for up to 30 minutes.
Active contributors may submit topics until Sunday, April 19, 2026. Voting on submitted topics will begin April 21, 2026.
- Professionalism in the Workplace
- Interdisciplinary Communication: How to Respectfully Educate Other Professionals
- Mentorship: Clinical and Career
- Feedback: Giving and Receiving Feedback Effectively
- Patient Communication: Education at an Appropriate Learning Level
- Difficult Conversations: Clinical and Workplace
- Other Topics of Interest: We’re open to your ideas—please share them.
Why Participate?
This is your opportunity to shape the conversation, expand your network, and help advance behavioral science in O&P.
Whether you’re an Orthotist or Prosthetist—or simply passionate about improving care—your voice belongs here. Let’s think boldly, innovate collaboratively, and elevate patient care.
What You’ll Gain
- ✓In-depth, peer-driven discussions on behavioral science topics relevant to daily practice
- ✓Collaborative insights from professionals across disciplines and career stages
- ✓An open forum that encourages thoughtful dialogue and shared learning
- ✓Meaningful professional connections that may extend beyond the event
- ✓A summary of discussion outcomes and key themes to support ongoing application in practice
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