This policy statement supports APA's commitment to justice, human rights, fairness, and dignity for all, recognizing these values as central to psychology.
Recent policy changes and actions targeting institutions of higher education across the United States hinder psychologists’ abilities to provide care, deliver services, support educational advancement, and conduct research, particularly for underserved and vulnerable populations.
As psychologists, we have an ethical obligation to prevent harm, challenge systemic injustices, and advocate for policies that promote human welfare (APA, 2017; APA, 2021).
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