Board and Committee Elections 2005 Division Leadership Conference Annual Reports for Divisions Report on Trauma Interest Group Call for Nominations to CLGBC Call for CODAPAR Nominations 2004 Board and Committee Election Results The 2004 Board and Committee ballot was sent to members of the 2004 Council on November 1. The election closed Wednesday, December 1. The ballots have been tallied and the Election Committee has certified the results that are shown below. Individual board and committee tally sheets are available upon request. The Election Office will be sending each candidate a letter informing them of the results of their individual slate. In the meantime, you may contact Garnett Coad, Director of Elections, via Email if you have any questions. 2004 Board and Committee Election Results Committee on Structure and Function of Council (CSFC) Slate I: Janet E. Helms, PhD Slate II: Linda M. Forrest, PhD Finance Committee Slate I: G. Rita Dudley-Grant, PhD Slate II: Daniel J. Abrahamson, PhD Ethics Committee Slate I: Norman Abeles, PhD Slate II: Robin M. Deutsch, PhD Slate III: Walter M. Robinson, MD Membership Committee Slate I: Harold Takooshian, PhD Slate II: Paul Lloyd, PhD Policy and Planning Board (P&P) Slate I: Susan Krauss Whitbourne, PhD Slate II: Derald Wing Sue, PhD Slate III: Janet R. Matthews, PhD Publications and Communications Board (P&C) Slate I: Denise C. Park, PhD Slate II: Robert G. Frank, PhD Committee on International Relations in Psychology (CIRP) Slate I: Danny Wedding, PhD Slate II: Juan Jose Sanchez-Sosa, PhD Slate III: Thema S. Bryant-Davis, PhD Board of Educational Affairs (BEA) Slate I: Charles L. Brewer, PhD Slate II: Linda F. Campbell, PhD Slate III: Martha D. Christiansen, PhD Slate IV: Cynthia A. Hudley, PhD Board of Professional Affairs (BPA) Slate I: Peter L. Sheras, PhD Slate II: Jennifer F. Kelly, PhD Slate III: Barbara T. Roberts, PhD Committee for the Advancement of Professional Practice (CAPP) Slate I: Glenn A. Ally, PhD Slate II: Nanci C. Klein, PhD Slate III: Rosalind S. Dorlen, PsyD Slate IV: Josephine D. Johnson, PhD Board of Scientific Affairs (BSA) Slate I: Liora Pedhazur Schmelkin, PhD Slate II: Norman E. Spear, PhD Slate III: Ronald T. Brown, PhD Board for the Advancement of Psychology in the Public Interest (BAPPI) Slate I: Ena Vazquez-Nuttall, EdD Slate II: Margaret B. Heldring, PhD Slate III: Mark Pope, EdD Commission for the Recognition of Specialties and Proficiencies in Professional Psychology (CRSPPP) Slate I: Raymond A. Folen, PhD Slate II: Roberta L. Nutt, PhD Slate III: Reiko H. True, PhD Board of Convention Affairs (BCA) Slate I: Christine C. Iijima Hall, PhD Slate II: Cheryl A. Boyce, PhD Slate III: Gayle Y. Iwamasa, PhD Committee on Rural Health (CRH) Slate I: E. Mario Marquez, PhD Slate II: Virginia Theo-Steelman, EdD Slate III: Anita B. Brown, PhD 2005 Division Leadership Conference The Committee on Division / APA Relations hosted its 2005 Division Leadership Conference January 7-9 at the Capital Hilton Hotel in Washington D.C. Forty-eight divisions representatives spent the weekend engaged in plenary and working group sessions focucing on memberships issues, understanging APA governance and sharing best practices for a successful year in office as a division president. CODAPAR would like to thank all those that attended, presented and participated in making this year's DLC a success. Please stay tuned for a full recap of the 2005 Division Leadership Conference. Divisional Annual Reports on the Horizon The 2004 Division Annual Reports are due February 2, 2005. You can find all the forms on the web at www.apa.org/about/division/divofficers.html. Please contact Troy Booker, Division Services Officer, via email if you have any questions. Report on the Trauma Interest Group Report on Trauma Interest Group From : Judie Alpert, On behalf of the Trauma Interest Group Date: November 8, 2004 Within the American Psychological Association, there is an ongoing effort to establish a division of Trauma Psychology. The purpose of the proposed division is to provide a forum for scientific research, professional and public education, and the exchange of collegial support for professional activities related to traumatic stress. The proposed division would enable scientists and practitioners to work together. While Terry Keane (Division 18, Psychologist in Public Service) and Judie Alpert (Division 39, Psychoanalysis) initiated the activity, almost every division has representation and has been involved in some way in the effort to establish a Division of Trauma Psychology. We hope you will support the establishment of the Division of Trauma Psychology. Do We Need a New division? We need a Division of Trauma Psychology. Psychology as well as the world are changing As needs arise, change must occur within APA. We need a division which will allow for cross-fertilization among psychologist researchers from diverse research perspectives, psychologist practitioners from diverse perspectives, and between psychologist researchers and psychologist practitioners. The proposed division should serve to further a scientifically informed approach to practice and a practice-informed approach to research and, ultimately, improve assistance to people in need. The range of issues that the proposed division could focus on are important and include: Training: Training for Graduate Students, Interns, and Fellowships in the area of traumatic stress exposure and PTSD. Health service Delivery: Work toward improving health service delivery in mental health and in physical health for people with trauma exposure. Integration: Integrate diverse areas of study such as: combat, rape, domestic violence, child physical and sexual abuse, refugees, torture survivors, prisoners of war, community violence, occupational traumatic stress. There will be an effort to understand the underlying principles leading to the development of psychopathology, disability, and distress as well as leading to resilience and mental and physical health. Also, there will an effort to integrate knowledge from clinicians into research and knowledge from research into practice. Research: Support academic researchers studying these diverse areas. Possibly develop an integrative journal for the field. The effort will be to further a more practice-informed approach to research and a more scientifically informed approach to practice. Funding: Work in conjunction with federally funded centers of excellence to support clinicians, researchers, and students in the area. There are now national Centers for Trauma funded for both adults and children. Work with APA to influence funding agencies both private and public to understand the public health consequences of trauma exposure and PTSD. Prevention: Support prevention research and practice. Public Education: Work toward increasing public education. The areas of publication that might be of foci include: Psychological treatments and effects Pharmacological treatments and effects Promotion of education about effects of and treatment for trauma Assessment and diagnosis Psychopathology Pathophysiology Health services (delivery of services to trauma populations) Epidemiological studies and risk factor studies Neuroimaging studies In order to provide some background related to the proposed division, we pose and answer a number of questions Who has Been Involved in Working Toward the Establishment of the Division? Almost every division within the APA has representatives on the Trauma Interest Group. Here is a listing of some of the people who have been most involved in working toward the establishment of the division: Ed Nightingale, Laura Brown, Laura Barbanel, Chris Courtois, Bob Geffner, Katherine Kendall-Tackett, Dean Kilpatrick, Laurie Pearlman, Marty Seligman, Kay Saakvitne, Peter Sheras, Harry Wexler, Shilpa Taufique, Etzel Cardena, Gerald Jacobs, Richard Tedeshi, Steven Gold, Nina Thomas, Gail Goodman, Elana Newman, Jon Perez, Maria Root, Sari Dworkin and Judie Alpert. Staff from the American Psychological Association who have been very helpful include: Gwen Keita and Sarah Jordan. How did the Trauma Interest Group Organize? The Trauma Interest Group was formed as follows: Judie Alpert ( the Division 39, Council Representative) attended the February, 1999 APA Council meeting. Hearing very little about trauma on the floor of Council, she tapped a few Council colleagues, Terry Keane (Division 18, Psychologists in Public Service) and Laura Brown (Division 35, Psychology of Women) and suggested that they tap a few more folk who they knew from the trauma world and invite them to lunch. APA staff members Drs. Gwen Keita (Women’s Program Office) and Sarah Jordan (Divisions Services) provided support. During that lunch meeting, a questionnaire was developed. It was sent to all division presidents. The purpose of the questionnaire: to find out what is being done throughout APA on trauma, and to work toward doing more. The results of the questionnaire: there is an interest in having coordination of trauma activity within APA as well as an interest in having a mini-convention on trauma. While an Office of Trauma within APA was initially proposed, pragmatics hit, and the final decision was to work toward the establishment of a Division of Trauma Psychology. What has the Trauma Interest Group Been Doing? In addition to collecting signatures, which is necessary in order to establish a division, we have engaged in the following activities. ANNUAL MEETING AT APA CONVENTIONS Since 1999, we have held annual meetings at the APA convention. While Division 39 sponsored these meetings, various other divisions co-sponsored. At these meetings, we talk about our work and develop plans for joint activity, including the establishment of a division. DEVELOPING A MISSION STATEMENT (Laurie Pearlman and Kay Saakvitne, Chairs) We have developed a mission statement. Presently, it reads: Traumatic stress is a major factor in the health and well-being of people who have endured such miseries as childhood abuse and neglect, adult assault, natural and human-induced disasters, sudden loss of loved ones through homicide, transportation accidents, unintentional injuries, war, chronic poverty and injustice, and certain medical and surgical procedures. The purpose of the proposed APA Division of Trauma Psychology is to provide a forum for scholars and practitioners interested in research, prevention, treatment, and public education related to traumatic stress. We envision the new division as one that would allow for cross-fertilization among psychologist researchers from diverse research perspectives, psychologist practitioners from diverse perspectives, and between psychologist researchers and psychologist practitioners. The proposed division should serve to further a scientifically informed approach to practice and a practice-informed approach to research and, ultimately, improve assistance to people in need. IDENTIFYING A STEERING COMMITTEE A steering committee (Judie Alpert, Laura Brown, Chris Courtois, Bob Geffner, Terry Keane, Katherine Kendall-Tackett, Dean Kilpatrick, Laurie Pearlman, Kay Saakvitne, Peter Sheras, Shilpa Taufique, Harry Wexler) was established. DEVELOPMENT OF A TRAUMA LISTSERVE AND OTHER MEANS OF COMMUNICATION (Shilpa Taufique, Preetika Pandey Mukherjee, and Judie Alpert, Chairs) The Trauma Interest Group has a list-serve which was administered by Shilpa Taufique and is presently administered by Preetika Pandey Mukherjee. Thus far the list-serve has enabled members of the interest group to (1) communicate with each other in working toward the development of the division, (2) identify individuals across divisions to develop research projects as well as presentations at conventions, (3) share information (about training in trauma, assisting around 9-11, etc.) . If you would like to join the list-serve, e-mail Judie Alpert at Judie Alpert . Identify the item as: “Join Trauma List-serve”. We would be delighted to have you join. SPONSORING A HOSPITALITY SUITE Every year (since 1999), we have hosted a hospitality suite which Division 39 along with other divisions have co-sponsored. ORGANIZING TRAUMA-RELATED PRESENTATIONS AT THE ANNUAL CONVENTIONS While we have not organized a mini-convention, we have listed all the trauma-related presentations at several of the annual conventions. For example, Steve Gold and Meredith Griffin put together a list of all trauma-related presentations at the 2001 convention. DEVELOPING BY-LAWS (Laura Brown, Chair) By-Laws have been developed and are available upon request. TRAUMA NEWSLETTER (Jon Perez, Chair) Jon Perez volunteered to be the division’s first newsletter editor. He plans to put the first few issues on-line. TRAUMA INTEREST GROUP WEBSITE (Laura Brown, Chair) Laura Brown put together a trauma interest group website. Laura asks that we send her information on books we’ve recently written and/or links to our own websites. www.geocities.com/traumainterestgroup/ . How can I help? We hope you will support the establishment of a Division of Trauma Psychology. Call For Nominations Committee On Lesbian, Gay, & Bisexual Concerns 2005 Outstanding Achievement Awards The Committee on Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Concerns (CLGBC) of the American Psychological Association annually presents one or two Outstanding Achievement Awards to recognize psychologists for significant contributions to the mission of CLGBC. This mission is to study and evaluate on an ongoing basis how the issues and concerns of lesbian, gay male, and bisexual psychologists can best be dealt with; encourage objective and unbiased research in areas relevant to lesbian, gay male, and bisexual adults and youths, and the social impact of such research; examine the consequences of stereotypes about lesbian, gay male, and bisexual adults and youths in clinical practice; develop educational materials for distribution to psychologists and others; and make recommendations regarding the integration of these issues into the APA's activities to further the cause of the civil and legal rights of lesbian, gay, and bisexual psychologists within the profession. APA Association Rule Nominees may have made significant contributions to CLGBC's mission either through direct CLGBC service or through independent work. The contributions may be of a scientific, professional, educational, leadership, or political nature. All nominations should include (1) a letter of nomination including a brief description of the specific achievements and contributions of the nominee (500 word maximum), (2) a current curriculum vitae, and (3) the names of three people who have been asked by the nominator to write reference letters. No current members of CLGBC or staff of the Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Concerns Program at the time of the award are eligible for consideration. The deadline for receipt of nominations is May 1, 2005. Prior Recipients of the CLGBC Outstanding Achievement Award: 1986 Evelyn Hooker, PhD, Stephen Morin, PhD, Anne Peplau, PhD, & George Weinberg, PhD 1987 Kristin Hancock, PhD, & William Paul, PhD 1988 Gerald Davison, PhD, & Alan Malyon, PhD 1989 Laura Brown, PhD, & Douglas Kimmel, PhD 1990 Martin Rogers, PhD 1991 John Gonsiorek, PhD, & Barbara Sang, PhD 1992 Gregory Herek, PhD, & Adrienne Smith, PhD 1993 No Awards Given 1994 Linda D. Garnets, PhD, & Eduardo S. Morales, PhD 1995 Anthony R. D'Augelli, PhD, & Patricia Hawkins, PhD 1996 Beverly Greene, PhD, & Harold Kooden, PhD 1997 Charlotte J. Patterson, PhD 1998 Connie S. Chan, PhD 1999 Oliva Espin, PhD 2000 Catherine Acuff, PhD, & Christine M. Browning, PhD 2001 Robin A. Buhrke, PhD, & Terry S. Gock, PhD 2002 Douglas C. Haldeman, PhD, Howard S. Kurtzman, PhD & Esther D. Rothblum, PhD 2003 James M. Croteau, PhD 2004 Susan D. Cochran, PhD, MS Send nominations and supporting materials by mail to CLGBC Awards, Public Interest Directorate at the APA Address or via Email. Call For CODAPAR Nominations for 2006 The Committee on Division / APA Relations (CODAPAR) announces the Call for Nominations for our committee for the upcoming year. Each division is invited to submit one nomination for the two seats that will be available for the January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2008 term. Your nominee must be a current officer or a member of the executive board of your division. CODAPAR makes every effort to select slates that reflect the range of divisional interests and seeks nominations that will ensure appropriate attention to all divisions. CODAPAR pays considerable attention to nominations that will ensure diverse representation on the Committee; including ethnic, racial and cultural minority status, as well as sexual orientation and gender. When submitting a nomination, please include a vita for your division’s nominee and state his/her particular qualifications and interest in the position. After reviewing the nominations, CODAPAR will forward to the Board of Directors its recommendations for achieving balance among the committee membership with respect to the broad range of interests represented by divisions. The current members of CODAPAR are: Martha Banks, PhD [1/03-12/05 (Division 35)]; Wayne Camara, PhD [1/05-12/07 (Division 1)]; Lisa L. Harlow, PhD [1/03-12/05 (Division 5)]; Kate Hays, PhD, [1/05-12/07 (Division 47)]; Frank C. Worrell, PhD [1/04-12/06 (Division 16)]; Thomas R. Zentall, PhD [1/04-12/06 (Division 6)]. We ask that you acquaint your nominee with the time commitment associated with service on CODAPAR. CODAPAR meets four times per year. The first brief meeting takes place immediately before the Division Leadership Conference and then CODAPAR members participate in the entire conference as presenters and facilitators. The second meeting is held in conjunction with the Spring Consolidated Meetings. CODAPAR meets for the third time at the APA Annual Convention. This luncheon meeting has traditionally been held on the Friday of convention from 11:00-1:00 p.m. and is used to initiate plans for the next year's Division Leadership Conference. The fourth meeting is held in conjunction with the Fall Consolidated Meetings of APA committees. In addition, the committee will, on an ongoing basis, handle activities described in CODAPAR's mission statement: 90-7. COMMITTEE ON DIVISION/APA RELATIONS There shall be a Committee on Division/APA Relations (CODAPAR) which shall be generally concerned with the mutual involvement of divisions and APA in fostering psychology as a science, as a profession, and as a means of promoting human welfare and shall: (1) serve an advisory function to the Division Services Office and Chief Executive Officer on the mutual implication and impact of activities of APA and divisions: (2) provide leadership to facilitate coordination and communication among divisions and between divisions and APA; (3) make proposals to enhance structural, functional, and policy relations between APA and divisions; (4) plan and host the Division Leadership Conference; (5) provide leadership in developing training programs for division officers at the Division Leadership Conference, the APA annual meeting, or other such forums, to enhance the functioning and benefits offered by divisions and the diversity of the Association's members; and (6) act as a facilitator in resolution of disputes among divisions. CODAPAR shall consist of six members, each serving a three-year term, and shall report to Council through the Board of Directors. Two new members of CODAPAR will be appointed annually. Nominations will be solicited from divisions, with each division invited to submit a nominee for CODAPAR. Eligible nominees are APA members who are the division's president or another officer or board member for that division. Upon receipt of division nominations, CODAPAR will submit to the Board of Directors a listing of nominees along with its recommendation for achieving balance in representation of the broad interests of divisions as designated in defined slates. An additional goal shall be to achieve diversity among CODAPAR members by striving to obtain gender balance and at least one member from underrepresented groups. The Board of Directors will appoint two new members annually from the slates submitted by CODAPAR. Your division's nomination should be received in the Division Services Office no later than Tuesday, March 1, 2005. CODAPAR will submit the proposed slates to the Board of Directors at their June 2005 meeting. Please use the forms below when submitting your division’s nomination to CODAPAR. 2005 Nomination Letter 2005 Nomination Form If you have any questions, please contact Troy Booker, Division Services Officer and Staff Liaison to CODAPAR at (+1/202) 336-6121 or via email at Email. Thank you for your attention to this important matter and we look forward to receiving your nominations! 2004 CODAPAR Members Lisa Harlow, Gary Brooks, Martha Banks, Frank Worrell, Ilene Serlin (Chair), and Thomas Zentall Division Services Staff Troy Booker, Division Services Officer Keith Cooke, Division Services Manager Penny Harrison, Division Services Assistant Sarah Jordan, Director, Divisions Services Micheline Meyers, Division Services Coordinator 2005 Deadlines for Articles for the APA/Division Dialogue Please submit copy on diskette or via email to Troy Booker. March/April 2005 : February 21, 2005 May/June 2005 : April 18, 2005 July/August 2005 : June 20, 2005 September/October : August 22, 2005 November/December : October 24, 2005 Back to January/February homepage