Through the work of its members, Division 18 has the potential to touch the lives of most people living in the United States today.
LEARN MORE ABOUT APA DIV 18Division 18 is an incredibly diverse group of practitioners, researchers, educators, and other professionals allied by our shared desire to serve those who are underserved and often marginalized. Join us!
LEARN MORE ABOUT APA DIV 18Division 18 offers seven special interest sections in which members can participate. Members of the division are encouraged to join the special interest section that most reflects their interests.
Division Awards acknowledge exceptional contributions to the field, emphasizing areas such as policy development, community service, advocacy, and direct public service. Such awards not only honor the recipients' accomplishments but also inspire emerging professionals to make impactful contributions to society through psychology.
Section Awards acknowledge exceptional contributions to the field, emphasizing areas such as policy development, community service, advocacy, and direct public service. Such awards not only honor the recipients' accomplishments but also inspire emerging professionals to make impactful contributions to society through psychology.
The APF/Division 18 research grant supports efforts in research that advance public service. Division 18 is particularly interested in supporting doctoral-level graduate student and early career psychologists’ research.
Psychological Services is the official journal of APA Div. 18. Division members and their colleagues are strongly encouraged to submit articles for review and to invite their institutions to subscribe to the improved quarterly Psychological Services Journal.
This is the official newsletter of APA Div. 18 which is distributed three times each year. Each issue is filled with original articles by division leaders highlighting and promoting the goals and accomplishments of the division.
These include: VA Section Newsletter Keeps members abreast of new initiatives and resources that impact their work with veterans. The Gavel Produced by the Criminal Justice Section with a focus on psychology's role in crime prevention. Div. 18 Student Newsletter Allows the diverse voices of the division's student members to be heard.
Embark on a fulfilling journey in public service psychology. Explore career opportunities and pathways with Division 18’s comprehensive guide and resources.
Learn More Watch Video See Benefits BrochureAre you interested in becoming a reviewer for Psychological Services? If you would like to learn more about reviewing, consider…
The Community and State Hospitals Section of Division 18 is pleased to announce the awardees for our first annual Outstanding…
The 2024 APA Division 18 Presidential Address, delivered by the outgoing president Dr. Tallie Armstrong, reflects on the challenges and…