Public InterestFAQs for the 2017-18 LIWP
Q. Who is eligible to apply for the APA LIWP?
A. The 2017-18 call for applications is open to mid-career* women psychologists who work full time in one or more settings, including academic, academic medicine, clinical, consulting, corporate, government, military, non-profit/non-governmental organizations or other settings.
*APA defines “mid-career” as 10-20 years post-doctoral degree. The APA LIWP Executive Committee is aware that in some instances, women have achievements consistent with being mid-career as early as seven years post-doctorate and occasionally, women are clearly mid-career even after 20 years in the field. In such cases, the applicant is asked to provide a justification for the exception.
Q. What are the dates and locations of the APA LIWP?
All meetings are in Washington, D.C. The dates of the two meetings for the class of 2017-2018 are July 31-Aug. 2, 2017 and April 17-18, 2018.
Q. Are international affiliates of APA eligible to apply?
A. Women who are international affiliate members, another membership option for international psychologists, are not eligible to apply for the program at this time. You must be a full member of APA to be considered. Full members must have a doctoral degree in psychology or a related field from a regionally-accredited graduate or professional school or a school that achieved such accreditation within five years of the doctoral degree (or a school of similar standing outside of the United States). This degree must be based, in part, upon a psychological dissertation or other evidence of proficiency in psychological scholarship. Degrees from international institutions must show U.S. equivalency.
Q. Why does the APA LIWP cost $800.00?
A. The fee for participation reflects only a portion of costs for the five (5) day APA LIWP program and covers program materials, food for each day, workshop rooms, leadership evaluation materials, among other expenses. All faculty provide their time on a volunteer basis. The registration fee, while not insignificant, is low compared to other national leadership programs.
Q. Are there any scholarships available?
We have no scholarships available for the 2017-2018 at this time, although we are looking in to several funding sources. We are seeking funding to provide support for women who fall into the following categories:
- Women of color.
- Women who openly identify as lesbian or bisexual.
- Women who openly identify as transgender.
- Women with disabilities.
Please check back regularly for funding updates if you qualify. You can also check APA's scholarships, grants and awards for women.
Q. Are there any Continuing Education (CE) credits available?
A. Yes, CE credits will be offered at the 2017-18 APA LIWP. The number of credits will be determined at the time the program is finalized.
Q. How will those selected for the 2017-18 APA LIWP be notified?
A. Applicants will receive an email and a hard copy letter of notification once selection decisions are made in April 2017. For those invited to attend APA LIWP, a letter announcing your selection will also be sent to your referee.
Q. Do I have to attend the Spring 2018 APA LIWP program in Washington, D.C.?
A. Yes, the Spring 2018 program is an integral part of the annual APA LIWP. To gain the most benefit from participation in the 2017-18 APA LIWP, you are expected to attend the March 2018 program.
