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During his term as president, Dr. Bray will support three major initiatives: The Future of Psychology Practice, The Future of Psychology Science Education, and Psychology’s Contributions to Ending Homelessness.
- The Task Force on the Future of Psychology Practice will address current issues in the practice of psychology and identify models and policies for the future. Psychological practice in the 21st century requires that we change our traditional ways of practice and create a vision to take advantage of the new possibilities in society. The task force will identify priorities, resources, key partnerships and roles for various groups to implement our agenda. We will focus on challenges practitioners in private and public settings must meet to serve the needs of our changing and diverse population. The scope of practice includes health services psychology and other forms of practice, such as business consulting and community services that address public health. The APA Practice Directorate is providing support for this initiative.
- To expand the work of this task force, we are having the Presidential Summit on the Future of Psychology Practice, May 14-17 in San Antonio, Texas. Through the summit, we will engage the broader practice community to recommend strategic initiatives that will guide the work of APA and the APA Practice Organization. The summit will assemble psychology leaders and other professionals who are critical stakeholders to the practice of psychology. Please see our Web site for further information and to provide input to the task force's work.
- The Task Force on the Future of Psychological Science Education will identify the changes needed in graduate and postgraduate psychological science training and education to keep our discipline productive and vibrant. Much of our research, especially federally funded research, requires us to work in multidisciplinary ways, yet we often train our future scientists in psychology silos. The Task Force will identify the best education and training models, determine the resources needed, and identify the barriers to implementing change and partnerships to further our agenda. The APA Science and Education Directorates are providing support for this initiative.
- The Task Force on Psychology's Contributions to Ending Homelessness will address psychological factors that contribute to homelessness and the influences and interventions that help both children and adults overcome these problems and resume productive and healthy lives. Homelessness is once again on the rise and it is time for psychologists to shine a light on some of our most vulnerable adults and children and see how we can contribute to improving their lives. In addition, the group will identify resources needed to address these factors and implement these interventions. The APA Public Interest Directorate is providing support for this initiative.
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