PAP Environmental Psychology Special Interest Group

07/09/2026

We are proud of you, Dr. Aruta!

06/09/2026

Join us in supporting Eighbusy Real in her new role as Environmental Psychology Chairperson!

Alexandria Blake C. Real-Pisalbo served as the head of Science & Innovation of the PAP Environmental Psychology SIG. Presently, she is a faculty member of the Psychology Program at the University of Northern Philippines and is currently working on her dissertation at Holy Angel University, where she is taking a PhD in Psychology specializing in Clinical and Counseling Psychology.
She also serves as the Clinic Director of the Real-MentalHealth & PsychServices Therapeutic Clinic, where her psychological practice in the Philippines is focused on providing nature-based solutions and handling clinical and court cases. She works with governments to provide accessible mental health services for youth and communities in geographically isolated areas where she has received various health initiative awards. She also co-authored a Springer Nature book chapter on Green Education in the Philippines.
She is a mom with good intentions for the next generation and cares for people's environment.

VISION:
With the plan to continue the legacy of the pioneer leaders, I will initiate the following:
1. Be at the forefront that tackles critical solutions to environmental issues and injustices in the Philippines
2. Place Environmental Psychology in the Philippines on the global map through research and collaboration
3. Expand opportunities for research and collaboration in environmental psychology through credible partners
4. Undergo advocates and next generation to capacity building
5. Collaborate with other disciplines and professions to expand and promote environmental psychology
6. Create a roadmap in the SIG that ensures environmental and planetary sustainability for the next generation

31/08/2026

Heroes are remembered for the futures they fought for.

This National Heroes Day, we honor the Filipinos who stood for freedom, dignity, and a better future—and those who continue that work today.

Some heroes fought with words. Others with courage. Some protect communities, defend forests, restore ecosystems, and care for places that may never know their names.

At Masungi, we believe that caring for our natural heritage is also an act of service. Because protecting the forests, watersheds, and wildlife we inherit is ultimately about protecting the generations that come after us.

May we remember our heroes not only by looking back, but by asking ourselves:

What kind of future are we willing to fight for?

10/08/2026

OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Selection of Division, Special Interest Group (SIG), and Geographical Chapter

Dear PAP Members,

We are pleased to announce that members may now select their respective Division, Special Interest Group (SIG), and Geographical Chapter** through their individual PAP Membership Account.

This new feature allows members to indicate their areas of professional interest and affiliation within the Psychological Association of the Philippines.

How to Select Your Division, SIG, and Regional Chapter

1. Log in to your individual PAP account through the PAP Member Portal: www.portal.pap.ph


2. Access your **Membership Dashboard**.

3. Look for the section where you can select your:

* **Division
* **Special Interest Group (SIG)
* **Geographical Chapter

4. Select the appropriate organization/s based on your professional interests and geographical affiliation.

5. Review your selections and make sure that the information indicated is accurate before saving your changes.

We encourage all members to log in to their respective accounts and update their membership affiliations accordingly.

Your participation will help us strengthen our professional communities, improve communication among members with shared interests, and facilitate more meaningful engagement with our Divisions, Special Interest Groups, and Geographical Chapter.

Should you encounter any difficulty accessing your account or updating your selections, please contact the PAP Secretariat for assistance.

Thank you for your continued membership and active participation in the **Psychological Association of the Philippines, Inc.**

Psychological Association of the Philippines, Inc.
Advancing Psychology. Empowering Professionals. Serving Communities.

04/08/2026

📢 WEBINAR IS POSTPONED!
Stay tuned for updates!

02/08/2026

🌏 Join us for another inspiring webinar!

How can communities respond to the climate crisis through solidarity, creativity, and care?

Join Bea Tulagan for "Solidarity Ecologies: Climate Organizing and Community Care," an engaging discussion on climate justice, collective action, and building hopeful futures together.

📅 August 5, 2026 (Wednesday)
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 NN
💻 Via Zoom

Scan the QR code to register. We look forward to seeing you there! 💚

30/07/2026

The Earth overshoots today.

In just seven months, we have depleted all the natural resources the planet can regenerate in a year. What should last 12 months is gone, leaving us in ecological debt.

From this day forward, we are operating in an ecological deficit, using more resources than the Earth can regenerate within the year. Forests shrink, oceans strain, and ecosystems are pushed beyond their limits. This is not just a date, it is a warning that our current path is unsustainable.

We cannot afford to keep living beyond the planet’s means. The time to act is now. Delay overshoot. Restore balance. Protect our only home.

Learn more about Earth Overshoot Day, read the op-ed by CCC Vice Chairperson and Executive Director Robert E.A. Borje: https://tribune.net.ph/2026/07/19/earth-overshoot-day-the-limits-that-sustain-us

11/07/2026

More than 8 billion people share our planet today. More than just a statistic, this number represents a powerful collective force.

Imagine the impact if each person takes just one simple, sustainable step:

● Reducing waste
● Conserving energy
● Supporting nature
● Making climate-conscious choices

Multiplied by billions, these everyday actions can drive real progress in addressing the climate crisis.

This World Population Day, themed “Realizing the hopes and aspirations of young people—today and for the future,” reminds us that humankind, especially the youth, has the power to shape a more sustainable, resilient world. The question is not how many we are, but what we choose to do together.

Commission on Population and Development

06/07/2026

30/06/2026

LGBT psychology underscores the importance of safe, affirming environments for mental health. We contend that establishing these spaces is a component of environmental justice and contributes to broader goals of planetary health.