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Task Force on the Psychosocial Effects of War on Children and Families Who are Refugees from Armed Conflicts Residing in the United States
The American Psychological Association is soliciting nominations for a Task Force on the Psychosocial Effects of War on Children and Families Who are Refugees from Armed Conflicts Residing in the United States. The Association is particularly interested in researchers, practitioners and educators who are particularly knowledgeable about the numerous factors that influence the mental health and wellbeing of this group, such as, the effects of armed conflict, the developmental level of the child, the culture of the family, and the characteristics of the community, as well as, interaction among these factors. Candidates for the task force should also be well-versed in the literature on the effects of war on children and families who are refugees in the U.S., including developmentally and culturally-appropriate practice; resilience and trauma among children at risk; culturally appropriate practices with immigrant communities; and international literature and knowledge from the areas of origin and other countries of resettlement.
Task Force members are required to attend one three-day meeting during 2008 to be held in Washington, DC, with meeting-related expenses reimbursed by APA. Members will also communicate via conference calls and email to accomplish the task force’s work.
Each candidate is asked to submit (1) a letter indicating their willingness to serve and detailing their particular expertise on the issue, and (2) a current CV, no later than Monday, April 28, 2008. Although it is not required, candidates may wish to have letters (no more than three) supporting their nomination submitted. Materials should be sent to Efua Andoh, Children, Youth, and Families Office, via Email or fax, (+1/202) 336-6040.
Committee on Socioeconomic Status Inaugural Leadership Awards
The APA Committee on Socioeconomic Status (CSES) invites nominations, including self-nominations, for the inaugural CSES Leadership Awards. The CSES Leadership Awards recognize the outstanding achievements of psychologists and friends of psychology who have made significant contributions to the understanding of socioeconomic status and the lives and wellbeing of the poor by:
- Promoting scientific understanding of the roles of poverty and SES in health, education, and human welfare;
- Developing approaches to the application of psychology that take into account the effects of SES on psychological development and well being; and/or
- Advocating for social policy that will alleviate or reduce the disparities between SES groups.
There are two categories of the CSES Leadership Award: “emerging” leaders and “distinguished” leaders. Emerging leaders are psychologists who have 15 or fewer years of post-doctoral achievements, have made a substantial contribution to SES in psychology, and demonstrate promising professional achievement. Distinguished leaders are psychologists who have more than 15 years of post-doctoral achievements, a longstanding influence on SES-related issues, and are recognized leaders in their area of expertise.
Procedures for Making Nominations
All nominations must include:
- A letter of nomination that indicates whether the candidate is being nominated as an emerging or a distinguished leader; and describes and supports the individual’s leadership activities, contributions, and scope of influence that advance knowledge for and about SES. The nomination letter should be no more than two pages long.
- A current curriculum vitae.
- Three letters of support from individuals familiar with the nominee’s service to the discipline.
Nominations and supporting materials will only be accepted as electronic submissions. Incomplete nominations and materials sent after the deadline will not be reviewed. Send nomination materials and direct questions to Helena Dagadu via Email.
Deadline: March 27, 2008
Award recipients will be selected by CSES at their Spring 2008 meeting. Awards will be presented at the 2008 APA Convention CSES Network Meeting.
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