The Psychology of Black Women Newsletter Summer 2010
JOIN US IN SUNNY SAN DEIGO See our program schedule, award winners and events for the APA 2010 Convention, August 9- 13 PLUS
Job seeking strategies for female scholars
Women face unique challenges when on the academic job market
Working out so you are not wigging out
Setting up a fitness routine to benefit your mind and body
Happiness at work through networking Building connections at work can benefit both your career & well- being
A PUBLICATION OF SECTION 1: THE PSYCHOLOGY OF BLACK WOMEN DIVISION 35: SOCIETY FOR THE PSYCHOLOGY OF WOMEN, AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION
THE PSYCHOLOGY OF BLACK WOMEN NEWSLETTER A publication of SECTION 1: The Psychology of Black Women, DIVISION 35: Society for the Psychology of Women, THE AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION Fall 2010 Vol. 1, No. 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1 News & Updates President„s Message Our 2010 Award Winners Our Events at APA‟s Conference in San Diego Celebrating our Sister Benefits of joining us Friend us on Facebook Membership Application
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Career Resources Calling all Student & Early Career Professionals 5 Five strategies job hunters 7 Developing relationships at work to increase job satisfaction 11
Balancing Acts Exercise as a stress buster 9 Quick Facts: Black Women’s Health outcomes 10
Upcoming Events & Opportunities
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Ge t of f t h e f enc e: Commit to joining us this year!
You have probably heard it a thousand times- get involved in one of your field’s professional organizations! You‟ve been told it is a great way to advance your career, and meet others in the same research/ clinical/ service areas. However, many of us fail to sign on, or we do sign on and fail to participate. This year will be different! Commit to joining Section 1: The Psychology of Black Women. Our section creates a supportive space for anyone interested in contributing to scientific understandings of Black women. We also welcome those seeking to increase the quality of education, available training opportunities and overall status of Black women in the field. For those who are just starting out, joining The Psychology of Black Women will ensure that you make the right connections and find an ever- important mentor. For more senior members of the field, your membership will help you maintain your network of colleagues and keep you up to date with the latest developments. There are few better ways to show your serious commitment to the field and Black women‟s issues than through membership in The Psychology of Black Women. A great way to find out more and become involved in The Psychology of Black Women is by attending our events at the 118thAnnual American Psychological Association Conference in San Diego this August. On pages 3 and 4 of this newsletter you‟ll find a listing of some of the seminars and symposiums we‟re involved with. In addition, your official conference guide will list the more intimate sessions specifically addressing Black women‟s experiences and concerns that we‟re hosting throughout the conference. So please be sure to drop by and get to know us. We would love to have you join and become an active member in our community! A membership application is located at the end of this newsletter. We‟re looking forward to having you onboard!
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Carolyn Payton Early Career & Graduate Student Awardees The Division 35 (Society for the Psychology of Women), Section 1 (Black Women) annual Carolyn Payton Early Career and Graduate Student awardees have been selected. Dr. Earlise Ward and Rashanta Bledman are the awardees and will be honored during the Division 35 Awards Ceremony during the 2010 American Psychological Associations‟ Convention in San Diego, CA in August (12-15). Dr. Earlise Ward will be awarded the Carolyn Payton Early Career Award for submission of her work African American Women’s Beliefs, Coping Behaviors, and Barriers to Seeking Mental Health Services, coauthored with LeOndra Clark and Susan Heidrich published in Qualitative Health Research. Dr. Ward is an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, School of Nursing. She is also affiliated with the University of Wisconsin-Madison‟s Institute for Clinical and Translational Research, the Institute for Equity in Health Care, and the Center for Patient-Centered Interventions. Her research agenda centers on health disparities research with a focus on culturally-adapted depression interventions designed to prevent and treat depression in African American women. Her current studies use community-based, clinical research methodologies, and a life-course perspective. Using findings from descriptive research she has developed a culturally-adapted intervention to treat depression in African American women (Oh Happy Day Depression Class [OHDDC]). Rashanta Bledman is a trainee in the APA-accredited Counseling Psychology Program at the University of Missouri (MU). She has researched, written and published on the prevalence and experience of eating disorders among African American women. She is particularly passionate about disseminating research findings that contradict the societal myth that African American women do not experience body image dissatisfaction and hopes to call attention to body image researchers‟ historical invalidation of Black women‟s experiences through comparing them to White women and other women of color, or assuming that they are buffered against any weight related disorders because of cultural protective factors. Division 35, Section 1 is honored to highlight the work of these two gifted scholars as they provide important and needed insight into the psychology of Black women and the role of gender in Black women‟s lives. Commemoration of these women and their work will consist of acknowledgement at the 2010 APA convention, a plaque and monetary award. To learn more about Section 1 of Division 35‟s various awards and honors, please visit our website at: http://www.apa.org/divisions/div35/Sections/1/section1.html Or join us on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Black-Women -in-Psychology/143081281345?ref=ts.
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See you in sunny San Diego for the 118th Annual American Psychological Association Conference This year‟s annual conference looks to be one of the most engaging and T HIS AUGUST AT APA! interactive yet. Section 1: The Psychology of Black women and related Divisions will be hosting numerous seminars, workshops and networking events. We‟ve listed some below; we hope that you‟ll be able to attend! Promoting Mental Health and Sec 1 Physical Health of Black Women Event Thursday August 12, 2:00-3:00PM San Diego Convention Center, Room 25C People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their emotions and behavior. They are able to handle life‟s inevitable challenges, build strong relationships, and lead fulfilling lives. When bad things happen, they bounce back and move on. This session will explore these issues while specifically focusing on the experiences and realities of Black women. Chair: Guerda Nicolas, PhD
Coping Strategies for Managing Sec 1 Stress for Black Women Event Date & Time TBA People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their emotions and behavior. They are able to handle life‟s inevitable challenges, build strong relationships, and lead fulfilling lives. This session will explore these issues while specifically focusing on the experiences and realities of Black women. Chair: Beatrice A. Tatem, PhD Presenter 1: Nancy Boyd-Franklin, Ph.D; Professor, Rutgers University, Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology, Title: Spirituality as a Coping Strategy for African American Women
Presenter 1: Beverly Green, PhD, Professor of Psychology, St. John's University, Title: Preciousness of their Psyches: Black Women's Mental Health in the Millennium
Presenter 2: Laura Kohn-Wood, Assc. Professor, University of Miami, Department of Educational and Psychological Studies, Coral Gables, FL Title: Race, Ethnicity, Culture and Promoting Strengths (RECAPS): African American Family Strengths and Resilience
Presenter 2: Dionne Stephens, PhD; Asst. Professor of Psychology, Florida International University- Miami, FL Title: Developing and Maintaining Healthy Relationships among Black Women Presenter 3: Monica Hobbs, PhD, University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL Title: Promoting treatment adherence among HIV+ Black Women
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Graduate School to the Workforce: Reflections from Black Women Who Have Walked Before Us Date & Time TBA The goal of this discussion hour is to provide programming that specifically focuses on the experience of Black women as they matriculate through their academic programs and transition into the field to work professionally. We have a collection of women across the career spectrum who will speak with students about the transition. 3
Dance for Justice with Joy Saturday August 14, 8:00PM-1:00AM with free Salsa lessons from 8-9 Marina Marriott
Graduate School to the Workforce: Reflections from Black Women\ Who Have Walked Before Us Date & Time TBA The goal of this discussion hour is to provide programming that specifically focuses on the experience of Black women as they matriculate through their academic programs and transition into the field to work professionally. We have a collection of women across the career spectrum who will speak with students about the transition.
Preventing Intimate Partner Violence at Community Level Date & Time TBA This discussion session seeks to answer the following questions: How can intimate partner violence interventions be implemented in the community to effectively prevent violence against women? Are there groups of women who are at particularly high risk for victimization? If yes, how are their needs and preferences different from other womenâ€&#x;s?
Blood, Sweat, and Tears: Obtaining External Funding Date & Time TBA Panelists will share strategies for choosing the most appropriate funding agency for your proposal and making research ideas and methodology appealing to grant reviewers. The intricacies of grant writing and the grant review process will be reviewed. Panelists will discuss approaches to conveying the importance of cultural research in grant applications. A question and answer session will allow participants to ask experienced grant writers questions regarding their own research.
Making the Material Come to Life: Strategies for Creating an Engaging Classroom Environment Date & Time TBA The goal of this program is to address strategies for teaching in an effective and engaging manner. Panelists will discuss approaches for leading stimulating classroom discussions, meeting the needs of students from diverse backgrounds, using technology to enhance teaching effectiveness, engaging good writing, and providing feedback on written assignments in an efficient manner.
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JOIN US! Become a member of Section 1: Psychology of Black Women today! Membership in Section 1: Psychology of Black Women provides you with the opportunity to connect with other Black women in the field. We encourage students, early career psychologists and senior psychologists to join us. Membership in APA or Division 35 is NOT required for membership in Section 1: Psychology of Black Women. If you’d like to become a member please fill out the membership form included in this newsletter and email it to our Director of Membership, Dr. Beatrice Tatem: BTatem@saffairs.msstate.edu
Or visit our website membership page: http://www.apa.org/divisions/div35 /Sections/1/section1.html
CALLING ALL STUDENT & EARLY CAREER PSYCHOLOGISTS
In an effort to meet the needs of early career psychologists, we (Div 35, Sec 1-Psychology of Black Women) are soliciting ideas that would be of use to you as you begin your professional career. The transition from "student" to "professional" can involve a number of challenges that are not necessarily covered in graduate training such as negotiating salary, establishing consultation fees, identifying other women of color to serve as mentors, etc. Our goal is to make every effort to assist in the development of early career Black women psychologists and we need your feedback to do so. If there are topics or specific challenges that would be of interest and use as you move into (or prepare to move into) a professional role, please forward them to Dr. Kelli Johnson at kfjohns@uic.edu.
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CELEBRATING OUR SISTER’S SUCCESS Maryam Jernigan, PhD, acting Secretary for Section 1, will complete a postdoctoral fellowship in the department of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Children‟s Hospital, Boston in August of this year. Dr. Jernigan will transition to the Yale University School of Medicine to begin a research fellowship sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health specializing in functional disability interventions in September. Dr. Jernigan‟s work focuses on developing and implementing culturally appropriate mental health interventions for adolescents of Color. At Yale, her work will focus on health disparities in obesity for Black and Latino youths. Send congratulations to Dr. Jernigan at maryam.jernigan@gmail.com
Join the Executive Board of Section 1: The Psychology of Black Women No matter what stage you are in your career, you want to remain up to date on the major trends in the field. Of course there are numerous ways that this could be accomplished - networking, trade and professional journals, etc. However, one great way to accomplish this is by joining a professional association. So whether you are looking to become part of a community within the field of psychology, or you are searching for professional development to enhance your career opportunities, joining the Psychology of Black Women is most certainly the way to go!
month via telephone conference call, and at the APA convention. Committee members are expected to provide an update and report about their work and to assist in publicizing the work of the section. We hope that you will join us in volunteering to serve this section by joining the Executive Board of the Psychology of Black Women. Please contact our President, Dr. Guerda Nicolas (nguerda@miami.edu), for more information about the positions currently available. To identify other ways you can become an active member of the Psychology of Black Women please contact the Director of Membership, Dr. Beatrice Tatem (BTatem@saffairs.msstate.edu).
As you know, Section 1: The Psychology of Black Women„s survival relies upon the dedication, commitment, and hard work of many of our members serving as volunteers to fulfill the mission of the section. In doing so, we not only provide a wonderful service to the section but also have the opportunity to develop our leadership skills as well develop a network of sisterhood through our collective work. The executive committee meets only one evening a
“Friend” us on Facebook Are you on Facebook? The Psychology of Black Women now is! And with 175 million active Facebook users throughout the world, our page serves as a central meeting place for Black women in the field and those interested in topics related to Black women in psychology. No longer the purview of teens and students, Facebook is now drawing in the over 30 crowd at the fastest rate of all age groups, making the social networking site the perfect place for you to connect with other members- and potential members- of our section. Just go to “Black Women in Psychology” on Facebook.com and request to be added to our page.
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Women academics: Five strategies for faculty job search success Planning & preparing before applying for faculty positions By Marlene Pomrenke Female PhD graduates who continue in business, government or non-profit sectors are often able to move into higher-level management positions, or gain more credibility within their field, as a result of their advanced degree. Yet women looking for jobs in academia face a unique set of gender-specific obstacles to achieving their career goals. The better understanding that women have of these issues ahead of time, the better equipped they will be to overcome them. So if you‟re a woman academic starting an advanced degree or are already well into your PhD, consider these five strategies to succeed in academia and find jobs as you pursue your career goals. Establish your geographic flexibility The secret to success in the academic job hunt is relocation, relocation, relocation Women, particularly those coming late to academe, are often limited by their geographic circumstances. Their lives and families are established, and moving for work is often not an option. Yet many women considering academic careers do not realize how much this puts them at a disadvantage. In academe, your willingness to relocate directly affects chances of finding employment, so take time to consider if you‟d move for a job. As one woman said, “I didn‟t realize how competitive it was to gain entry into the academic world. If I had, I may have reconsidered this career change.” The difficult truth is that a woman who is younger, not navigating childcare responsibilities, and whose partner is willing to relocate to accommodate her career needs is at an advantage over a woman who is older, with children for whom she has a significant caregiving role, and whose spouse is established in a non-mobile career. The more geographically flexible you are, the more opportunities you will have access to. This obstacle is the one that‟s the most likely to make you abandon the academic career path. 7
Be realistic about your prospects If you can’t move, be prepared to be flexible It is important to be realistic about your chances of finding employment in academe if you can only look for jobs in your city. The best strategy is to research the job market you are targeting before you pick your field of specialization. Try to position yourself in an area where there will be jobs waiting for you at the end of your degree. If you are trying for a job at the institution where you are studying, find out what your university‟s written and unwritten policies are regarding hiring its own graduates. As a general rule, universities rarely hire their own. Meanwhile, if you are thinking of applying for a job at another institution in your city, find out what positions in your field may be opening up in the time frame that you will be on the academic job market, since these are likely to be very limited. This can often be difficult information to acquire and may require some inside knowledge of the department you are hoping to join. Talk to people you know in the department and carefully assess whether your dream job will be waiting for you or not. If it won‟t be there, you may need to consider another career path or field of specialization. Continued on next page…
Female job hunters should seek out mentors Find an academic mentor Follow the lead of those who’ve been there Strong academic mentors are often key collaborators in the journey through doctoral studies and the job search. In order to find the right mentor, ask yourself what type of guidance and support you need most. For example, do you want assistance learning how to do research, and publish from that research? Do you need help navigating the structural processes needed to complete your doctorate? Seek out academics who seem well poised to help you in these areas. Some graduate studies departments match mentors with “mentees” and provide other help in setting up mentoring relationships. If this is not the case in your department, it is never too early to network with others who are already established in the academic community. The best mentorship relationships are struck naturally as a result of shared academic interests and goals, whether this relationship develops with your supervisor or with someone you meet at a conference. If you are not connecting with someone who can play this role for you, you may need to rely more heavily on your department peers. Your fellow students are an important source of support and knowledge as each of you is working hard to overcome the same obstacles. Learn from each others‟ experience and help each other succeed.
Adapt to your role as academic Manage competing responsibilities effectively When a woman is responsible for caregiving in her family – either for children or elderly parents, as is often the case – taking on new academic responsibilities can mean balancing roles as a caregiver and scholar. As one woman we spoke to put it, “Can one be a successful academic as well as a successful mother?” The answer can be yes, but you have to be realistic about what you can manage. If you have caregiving responsibilities, it may take longer to complete your doctoral studies. Juggling your studies along with your caregiving tasks will be an ongoing time management issue, so do not be discouraged; be organized! Meanwhile, discuss sharing caregiving and household tasks with your partner and children as well as other members of your support system. You may also want to incorporate other supports in the form of homemakers for elderly parents, or a cleaning person for your household, if your family can afford it. Establish a committed support network It takes a village to launch an academic career Building on the support of your immediate family, a strong support system, including friends and extended family, collegial support at your workplace, and financial support through bursaries, will increase the likelihood of completing your studies in a timely manner. Talk to your friends and family members prior to beginning your studies to tell them that your relationship needs may change or that you may rely on them more heavily as you begin your new academic career. They likely will be more than happy to help. If you are working, you may want to speak with your supervisor or HR department about restructuring your position or reducing your number of paid work hours. This will give you needed time and energy to focus on your studies. Finally, you should research what financial support, such as scholarships for doctoral students, is available to you through your institution as well as through other funding organizations.
From strategies to success Changing your career direction is an exciting and challenging experience for both you and those close to you. Employing these strategies will help smooth the road ahead as you work toward your ultimate goal of a permanent tenured position within academe. With a little luck and an effective plan you will succeed. Dr. Marlene Pomrenke is a professor and counselor at the Student Counseling Centre at the University of Manitoba. Reprinted with permission from University Affairs.
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Exercise Can You Help Control Your Stress People who exercise regularly will tell you they feel better. Some will say it‟s because chemicals called neurotransmitters, which are produced in the brain, are stimulated during exercise. Since it‟s believed that neurotransmitters mediate people‟s moods and emotions, they can make you feel better and less stressed. While there‟s no scientific evidence to conclusively support the neurotransmitter theory, there is plenty to show exercise provides stress-relieving benefits. There are four ways exercise controls stress: Exercise can help you feel less anxious. Exercise is being prescribed in clinical settings to help treat nervous tension. Following a session of exercise, clinicians have measured a decrease in electrical activity of tensed muscles. People are often less jittery and hyperactive after an exercise session. Exercise can relax you. One exercise session generates 90 to 120 minutes of relaxation response. Some people call this post-exercise euphoria or endorphin response. Many neurotransmitters, not just endorphins, are involved. The important thing, though, is not what they‟re called, but what they do: They improve your mood and leave you relaxed.
Aerobic activity. All it takes is 20 minutes, six to seven days a week. Twenty minutes won‟t carve a big chunk out of your day, but it will significantly improve your ability to control stress.
Exercise can make you feel better about yourself. Think about those times when you‟ve been physically active. Haven‟t you felt better about yourself? That feeling of self-worth contributes to stress relief.
Yoga. In yoga or yoga-type activities, your mind relaxes progressively as your body increases its amount of muscular work. Studies have shown that when large muscle groups repeatedly contract and relax, the brain receives a signal to release specific neurotransmitters, which in turn make you feel relaxed and more alert.
Exercise can make you eat better. People who exercise regularly tend to eat more nutritious food. And it‟s no secret that good nutrition helps your body manage stress better.
Recreational sports. Play tennis, racquetball, volleyball or squash. These games require the kind of vigorous activity that rids your body of stress-causing adrenaline and other hormones.
It’s Time to Get Started Now that you know exercise can make a big difference in controlling stress, make some time for regular physical activity. We‟ll help you get started by listing three activities you can choose from:
Not Just Any Exercise Will Do Avoid exercising in your office. Outdoors or away from the office is the best place to find stress free environments. Even a corporate fitness center can trigger work related thoughts for some people. 9
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Stay away from overcrowded classes. If you work surrounded by people, a big exercise class may be counterproductive. Solo exercise may be more relaxing for you. If you work alone, however, you may enjoy the social benefit of exercising in a group. A lot depends on your personality and what causes stress for you. Don‟t skip a chance to exercise. Take a break every 90 minutes and you‟ll be doing yourself a favor. Ninety- minute intervals are a natural workbreak period. And four 10- minute exercise breaks will burn about as many calories as a solid 40- minute session. Work- break exercises can be as simple as walking or climbing stairs, stretching or doing calisthenics. Controlling stress comes down to making the time to exercise. You’re worth it!
Reprinted with permission from The American Council on Exercise (ACE).
QUICK FACTS: Why worry about self & sister healthcare? It‟s important to stay on top of your health and check in with your friends to make sure they are doing the same. Why? Although Black women only make up 13.1% of all women in the United States: Mortality rates for Black women are higher than any other racial/ ethnic group for nearly every major cause of death including heart disease, lung cancer, cerebrovascular disease, breast cancer, and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases The frequency of premenopausal breast cancer in Black women is twice the rate of Whites; studies show that in most instances in Black women, by age 40 the cancer has already spread Almost two thirds of Black, Hispanic, and Asian women who perceived a need to see a mental health professional did not see one in the past year compared to 35% of white women The AIDS rate for Black women is 20 times higher than for non-Hispanic white women, and more than 3 times higher than other minority groups
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Enjoying your colleagues, enjoying your job, Networking is not only about climbing the ladder; it can increase job satisfaction One of the most difficult things to learn is the balance between your professional and personal life. We often use relationships as a bar of separation, a means to keep work things in the office and family things at home. Explained one first year graduate student, “It‟s hard to connect with everyone in the department being so busy. But I figured I already have a lot of friends, so it‟s not like I‟m looking for a new buddy. Why worry about making new friends?” mmmmmm Although it‟s important to have a life outside of your job, building a strong social network will not only benefit you professionally, but also help your mental and emotional health both in the office/ school and at home. For example, Song and Olshfski (2008) found that the quality of one's friendships in the workplace is predictive of job satisfaction. Also, Rath (2006) found people with three close friends at work were 46% more likely to be extremely satisfied with their jobs and 88% more likely to be satisfied with their lives. m So how do you build these connections, even if it is just to increase your acquaintances network? Well, don‟t think of it as a schmoozefest; lose the images of being a smooth-talking snake oil salesperson, handing out business cards and shaking every hand in the room. Networking comes in many forms that may take some effort on your end- but it is well worth it! Here are some suggestions to help you get started.
Join Social Groups. Depending on the size of the organization where you work, there may be an opportunity to get involved in some informal groups. Look to see what people in your section do together outside of direct work activities; who walks together to monthly brown bags or belongs to a campus based book club? To make friends at work, you need to identify the various casual groups, decide which ones might best suit you, and then pursue membership.
"Do" Lunch. Some of the most important conversations happen on breaks. It‟s also a time when people talk about their personal lives, opening the doors for more meaningful conversations. Make a conscious effort to go to lunch with others. "Doing lunch" is the way it's done these days, and is a critical part of making friends at work or school.
Keep “office hours”. While you can‟t have your door open at all times it‟s important that you also make yourself available by setting aside time when your door is open. These kind of “office hours” lets people know you‟re there and available. It will also help you plan your availability as it allows you to be clear on when you can be disrupted or engage in socializing. Continued on next page… 11
Step outside of your department. Your specific department is not the center of your organization‟s universe. In fact, often it is people outside your department that have the greatest influence- or the most useful information. So expand your horizons; connect with those on the “other floors”.
Continue Receiving our Newsletter To receive this newsletter, simply join Section 1: Psychology of Black women. We are a part of Division 35: Society for the Psychological Study of Women of the American Psychological Association. Or download issues directly from our website:
Take a climb up & down the ladder. While you are going outside your department, think vertically. Connect with the administrative staff. Often people are only looking up in the organizational hierarchy, missing the real people who keep things running. The secretarial staff are usually the most knowledgeable about company history and office politics. While you‟re at it, ask your boss out for a casual coffee; don‟t make it about work but take it as an opportunity to get to know her/ him as a person.
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While building relationships at work can definitely help your career, you need to go about it in the right way. Always have the best intentions so others can see you for what you really are. Any way you look at it, if you take the right steps, both you and your colleagues will benefit from your efforts.
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or Attn. Dr. Dionne Stephens Department of Psychology Florida International University 11200 SW 8th Street, DM 256 Miami, Florida 33199 Phone: 305-919-5249 Fax: 305-348-3879 References: Rath, T. (2006). Vital Friends: The People You Can't Afford to Live Without. NY: Gallup Press. Song, S. & Olshfski, D. (2008).Friends at Work: Comparative Study of Work Attitudes. Administration Society, 40, 147-169.
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KEEPING YOU IN THE LOOP… Fellowship/ Committee Opportunities Committee on Children, Youth, and Families Vacancy The Committee on Children, Youth, and Families (CYF) is anticipating two vacancies in 2011. CYF welcomes nominations from individuals interested in linking research and policy for children and families within APA and the profession. Deadline: Monday, August 30, 2010 Information: http://www.apa.org/pi/families/committee/nominations.aspx
Upcoming Conferences & Events Advanced Application of Motivational Interviewing The APA Office of Continuing Education in Psychology's (CEP) Clinician's Corner is a series of miniworkshops that feature leading practitioners and scholars working in key areas of professional practice. All workshops include CE credits and will be held at the APA Building, 750 First Street, NE, Washington, DC. Refreshments will be provided. Date: Friday, September 24, 2010 Information: http://www.apa.org/news/events/2010/september-corner.aspx
18th ISPCAN International Congress on Child Abuse and Neglect ISPCAN and the Hawai„i Local Organizing Committee are very honored to announce the XVIIIth ISPCAN International Congress which will be held on September 26th to 29th, 2010 in beautiful Honolulu, Hawai„i, USA. The Local Organizing Committee consists of a consortium of over 20 Hawai„i organizations and government departments that have implemented innovative programs to protect children and strengthen families for almost 40 years. Date: September 26-29, 2010 Information: www.ispcan.org/congress2010
6th African Conference on Psychotherapy This research conference will be held at the Makerere University Kampala, Uganda. Abstracts on any of the sub-themes and other areas of Trauma and Psychotherapy of not more than 250 words should be sent to the Conference Assistant by June 30th, 2010. Date: December 14-16, 2010 Information: http://www.apa.org/news/events/2010/african-psychotherapy.aspx
2011 National Multicultural Conference and Summit The 2011 National Multicultural Conference and Summit (NMCS) will convene students, practitioners, and scholars in psychology and related fields to inform and inspire multicultural theory, research, and practice. Date: January 27-28, 2011 Information: http://www.multiculturalsummit.org/
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The Psychology of Black Women Section One of the Society for the Psychology of Women
Who we are: The Psychology of Black Women, Section One of Division 35, began as a committee on Black women's concerns. With vision and perseverance, the committee gained a more prominent voice within the Division and Section One, The Psychology of Black Women, was established in 1984. As a section, The Psychology of Black Women has its own bylaws and governance structure and has scheduled time for invited presentations at the American Psychological Association's annual convention.
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To create a forum where Black women can network, find mentors, and get support from each other To provide outreach, guidance, and mentoring to Black female students in Psychology To promote the development of methods of research and models of treatment and intervention that are ethnically, culturally, and gender appropriate for Black women To increase scientific understanding of those aspects of ethnicity, culture, and class among Black women which pertain to the psychology of women To maintain and increase the overall status of Black women in the profession of Psychology To increase the quality of education and training opportunities for Black women in Psychology To encourage the evolution and development of the specialty of the Psychology of Black Women as a science To advocate on behalf of Black women psychologists with respect to the formation of policies of Division 35 To promote the general objectives of APA and Division 35
For further information If you have any questions about the Section, please contact Keith Cooke, Division 35 Administrative Office, American Psychological Association, 750 First Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002-4242, Phone: 202-336-6197, Fax: 202-218-3599, Email: div35@apa.org.
Section on Psychology of Black Women A Section of Division 35, the Society for the Psychology of Women MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Membership dues are $10.00 per year ($5.00 for students; no fee if APA Dues exempt/Life Status membership). Membership period is January-December. After August 1, memberships are applied to the following calendar year. Name: Institution: Mailing address: City, state, and zip code: Telephone: Fax: Email address: Interests/Areas of Expertise: APA membership number (if applicable): APA Membership (circle): Member, Associate, Fellow, Dues Exempt (Life Status), Student Affiliate, International Affiliate, No APA Membership Type of membership desired (circle one): Member, Associate, Dues Exempt (Life Status), Student Affiliate, Professional Affiliate New member or renewal (circle one) Are you willing to be a mentor to students and/or early career psychologists?
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Please fax to 202-218-3599 or mail to Division Services Office- American Psychological Association750 First Street, NE Washington, DC 20002-4242 If sending a check, please make it payable to APA Division 35. Questions? Contact Keith Cooke at 202-336-6197 or div35@apa.org Find more information: www.apa.org/divisions/div35/