Janet E. Helms Racial Justice Award

The Janet E. Helms Racial Justice Award, one of the division’s most prestigious awards, is given to recognize a significant contribution, or a notable and impactful achievement or accomplishment that advances racial equity. The contribution may involve, but is not limited to, the application of racial identity theory in psychology, the implementation of program(s) or interventions that benefit People of Color, high-quality research inquiries that generate new insights or knowledge regarding racism, or exceptional leadership skills and qualities that have contributed to the advancement of racial equity. 

Significant contributions in any of the following domains would qualify: community building, outreach and advocacy, teaching and training, clinical practice, research and scholarship, and other areas of psychology. The scope and impact of the achievement should have the potential for inspiring and influencing future generations. This contribution may be made by a psychologist(s) at any stage of their career (early, mid-career, or senior).

The award is funded by the Society of Counseling Psychology, Division 17 of the APA. The distinction will be awarded annually at the APA Convention. 

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