Beth Hawkins

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About Beth Hawkins

Beth has dedicated her career to the realms of research, education and non-profit management and operations, spanning roles across nonprofit, academic, and federal sectors (University of Tennessee, Institute for a Secure and Sustainable Environment, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, ThreeCubed (a 501c3), and currently with ProSocial World-Has 15+ years of experience advancing social science, program evaluation, and systems-level change to strengthen communities and promote social equity -An expert in designing and leading complex, mixed-methods research projects across nonprofit, academic, and federal sectors, with a focus on prosocial behaviors, collaboration, trust, and compassion-Skilled with the integration of advanced analytics, including hierarchical modeling and natural language, with ethical usage of AI, into research and decision-making-Demonstrated track record in translating evidence into actionable insights, influencing policy, and catalyzing cultural evolution toward more cooperative, just, and thriving communities. Before taking on this pivotal role in her career with ProSocial World, she embarked on a life-changing sabbatical, dedicating herself to a journey of healing, well-being, and spiritual growth. It steered her towards a more compassionate, collaborative, and prosocial environment. Now, Beth is leveraging her extensive research expertise to propel ProSocial World's mission forward, inspired by her own journey to promote environments that nurture both individual and collective growth. Previously, Beth's research focused on climate justice, energy security, low-income energy efficiency programs, community resilience, innovation adoption, and information diffusion. As a mother, she shares a passion for backpacking with her son. With her husband, she enjoys music festivals, travel, and nature, currently residing at the base of the Smoky Mountains with a few cats. Beth practices meditation and finds much joy in laughter.