Policy and Advocacy Committee

Div. 18 Committee on Policy and Advocacy is focused on advancing psychology and psychologists in public service, with a special emphasis on promoting policies that are social justice oriented. As part of Div. 18 (Psychologists in Public Service), this committee responds to the needs of the public in areas such as psychological practice, research, training, and policy formation. The committee is dedicated to providing education on how to integrate psychology and advocacy as well as resources on how psychologists can advocate at individual, community, and federal levels. This includes helping psychologists to:

• Apply psychological knowledge to address barriers to physical and mental health care.
• Promote social inclusion, self-agency, and empowerment in public service settings.
• Address and reduce mental health stigmatization.Reduce the experience of injustice and discrimination in public service settings.
• Enhance community partnerships and work with professional or governmental agencies.

Advocacy for Psychologists: Fact Sheet

This fact sheet provides guidance to psychologists on advocacy and clarifies permissible political activities under the Hatch Act.

Brief Interviews with Psychologists About Their Advocacy Initiatives

Community and State Hospital Section Interview

Criminal Justice Section Interview

Interview with Dr. Chris Ahn-Allen

SMI/SED Section Interview

Contact

Policy & Advocacy Committee Co-Chairs
Policy@publicservicepsych.org