German Gutiérrez, PhD, was awarded a 2022 Presidential Citation for his many contributions to and pioneering leadership in Latin American and global psychology.
Gutiérrez is a prolific scholar, publishing over 100 articles, chapters, and papers on the evolution on of behavior and learning, the history of psychology, and psychology’s status and development in Latin America. He has served as chief editor of the Latin American Journal of Psychology, associate editor of Advances in Latin American Psychology, and on the editorial boards of multiple other psychology journals.
Importantly, Gutiérrez has successfully promoted collaboration among psychologists in Latin America and around the world. He is the founder and director of the Observatory of Psychology in Latin America, which provides information on psychology in Latin America, including organizations, professional training and quality, research resources, and global impact. Moreover, he is the first Latin American president of the International Union of Psychological Science.
Finally, Gutiérrez has been a trusted partner of the American Psychological Association and an exemplary member of the Global Psychology Alliance. He has also played a vital role in the Learning Leadership Institute, exemplifying his inclusive approach for all.
In recognition of his integral role advancing psychology both regionally and globally, I am pleased to present Gutiérrez with this Presidential Citation.