2006 Committee on Women and Psychology (CWP)

The American Psychological Association's Committee on Women in Psychology (CWP) is seeking nominations for two new members to begin terms in January 2006. The committee functions as a catalyst by interacting with and making recommendations to the various parts of the APA governing structure, the APA membership, and the Society for the Psychology of Women, as well as to other relevant groups. Additionally, the committee collects information and documentation concerning the status of women and develops the means by which the participation of women in roles and functions of the profession could be increased.

Committee members plan, develop, and coordinate various activities regarding the status of women. CWP current strategic goals include promoting the health and well-being of all women; identifying and eliminating discriminatory practices against all women; promoting the unique contributions of women to psychology; enhancing women’s leadership within and outside of APA; monitoring activities of groups within the APA to assess the impact on women; and collaborating with others as needed to achieve the empowerment of underrepresented groups. The committee is interested in persons with demonstrated interest and experience in women's issues to serve a 3-year term beginning in January 2006 and ending in December 2008. For this term, CWP seeks one member who is an active scientist studying women or gender and one member who is a full-time practitioner. To fulfill the committee’s commitment to full diversity in representation, at least one of the slates should be filled by a person of color. Letters of nomination should clearly describe the candidate's specific qualifications relative to these criteria. Nominees to CWP must be full members of APA.

CWP members are required to attend two committee meetings each year in Washington, DC with expenses reimbursed by the APA. Candidates should ensure they can attend all committee meetings. In 2006, the meetings will be April 6-9 and September 29 - October 1. Committee members also work on CWP priorities between meetings and will be expected to participate in regular committee conference calls. If possible, members attend a CWP meeting at their own expense held during the APA Convention.

Nomination materials should include a letter from the nominee indicating willingness to serve on CWP, a brief statement of the nominee's qualifications, and a current curriculum vita. Self-nominations are encouraged. APA nominations are open to members who are retired, employed less than full time, or work full time. Nominations and supporting materials should be sent by September 1, 2005, to Danielle R. Dickerson, APA Women's Programs Office, 750 First Street, N.E., Washington, DC, 20002-4242 or via e-mail at ddickerson@apa.org.