December 13, 2025, update from the APA President and APA CEO
Dear APA Members,
Yesterday, Congressman Tim Walberg, chairman of the House Committee on Education and Workforce, notified APA (PDF, 260KB)opens in new window of an investigation into allegations of antisemitism at our organization. We are reviewing the request from his committee.
We want to share some context and reassure you about APA’s response.
First, let us be clear. APA unequivocally condemns antisemitism in all its forms.
Our resolution on Anti-Semitic and Anti-Jewish Prejudice explicitly condemns all antisemitic attitudes and actions, acknowledges the climate of fear such prejudice creates, and commits to promoting fairness, respect, and dignity for all people regardless of religion or ethnicity. We foster an environment where all members can participate freely, without experiencing discrimination.
Some of our Jewish members and community organizations have voiced concerns about antisemitism within the broader psychology field and within APA’s divisions. We have taken and continue to take those concerns seriously. APA has been actively addressing these concerns as part of our long-standing commitment to building a more equitable and just society. When allegations have been raised, we have addressed them (PDF, 241KB)opens in new window.
In the next few weeks, we will be working to get the committee up to speed on all the steps APA has taken, and continues to take, to uphold our values and support all members of our community.
APA’s mission — advancing psychology to benefit society and improve lives — remains steady. We are actively handling this process carefully, transparently, and with respect for all communities.
Thank you for your trust and professionalism as we continue this important work together.
Debra and Arthur
Debra M. Kawahara, PhD
2025 President
American Psychological Association
Arthur C. Evans Jr., PhD
Chief Executive Officer/Executive Vice President
American Psychological Association