Q5: How would your presidency work to move APA toward realizing and sustaining APA Vision Statement 6: “A principal leader and global partner promoting psychological knowledge and methods to facilitate the resolution of personal, societal and global challenges in diverse, multicultural and international contexts”?
My assertion that "Psychology Is Every Day in Almost Every Way" and encouraging psychologists to engage in "Leadership and Collaborations as Citizen Psychologists" are both consistent with the APA Vision Statement 6: "A principal leader and global partner promoting psychological knowledge and methods to facilitate the resolution of personal, societal and global challenges in diverse, multicultural and international contexts." The discipline of psychology must have a presence in the room, at the table and often at the head of the table at the local, state, national and international levels. The development of leadership and negotiation skills will facilitate this participation.
Q6: In light of the impending changes in the governance structure of APA, how do you envision your role as president?
Given the numerous impending changes in the governance structure of APA, it seems likely that the organization will be in transition for several years as decisions are implemented. APA governance involves APA members active in governance and the APA staff. As APA president, one role would involve facilitating smooth communication between these two groups as the timing and modes of change are negotiated. I would also encourage communicating with the general APA membership on a consistent basis. A transparent process will be important to maintain trust and good will at all levels and across the multiple constituencies.