APA Minority Fellowship Program

Happy ! Learn about the MFP Fund and how you can support diversity in the field of behavioral science bit.ly/3RkkAuT. Donate by clicking the following link and scrolling to “Minority Fellowship Program” on the dropdown menu bit.ly/3N3IhpI.

APA Minority Fellowship Program alumna, Dr. Rebecca Crawford Foster, was concerned about what she would lose if she left her reservation to pursue higher education. In fact, her elders encouraged her to go and seek different wisdom, and bring it back to the reservation. She now stands in both worlds and is a bridge for healing. View more about her experience via the "Decolonizing Mental Health" documentary on WORLD Channel https://youtu.be/xc0bSSu8yvg?si=y5qoYRlzwOPdSVvL

Drs. Dan Foster & Rebecca Crawford Foster | Modern Warrior | Decolonizing Mental Health Dr. Rebecca Crawford Foster was concerned about leaving her reservation to pursue higher education. Encouraged by elders to seek different wisdom, she and Dr...

Sharing more incredible moments from the recent collaboration with the Leadership Development Institute at the American Psychological Association and the Japan-US Psychological Institute. Staff from The Institute at APA (Dr. Maysa Akbar, Dr. Janice Haskins, and Michelle Batchelor) visited Tokyo, Japan for an insightful & informative discussion about APA’s EDI work, the ACT Raising Safe Kids program, and innovations in infant and early childhood mental health.

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, we're continuing to recognize some of our exemplary American Indian and Alaska Native fellows. Today we're featuring Dr. Tina Woods. Click the following link if you're interested in being an MFP fellow as well! https://www.apa.org/pi/mfp/psychology

We recently partnered with the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. and Affiliates - NBCC to host our interdisciplinary (IMFP) fellows orientation during the convention. Our new fellows brought great energy and focus. Welcome to the ! Many thanks to NBCC's Program Director, Amber Khan, PhD, NCC, LCMHC, for ongoing collaboration to support the next generation of diverse behavioral health professionals.

is still going strong in recognition of . Click the photo to learn more about Brianna Perez and her amazing work. If you're a master's student and would like to join Brianna in making an impact, STAY is currently accepting applications https://ldi.apa.org/programs/minority-fellowship-program/stay

Happy ! We're celebrating by recognizing some of our amazing fellows and . Today we're highlighting Laura Saldana. Click the photo to learn more about her and her impactful work.

Have a ticket for the MFP 50th Anniversary fundraising gala on 10.10.24? If not, don't delay. They are going fast! Come join to celebrate the impact of supporting professionals of color & mental health outcomes in underserved communities. Sponsorship options are available for ads, as well as donor tickets for student & early career professionals - https://lnkd.in/efM_tE5S. Feel free to check out some great memories from fellows & alumni along the years as well https://youtu.be/-vlR1bC_IE0?si=qIACiRJGesk-g66F/youtu.be/-vlR1bC_IE0?si=qIACiRJGesk-g66F

The APA Minority Fellowship Program Celebrates 50 Years Learn more about the American Psychological Association's Minority Fellowship Program and 50 years of supporting diverse behavioral health professionals and ...

Dr. Janice Haskins, Head of the Leadership Development Institute, is currently having an engaging discussion at The Gathering Place during about navigating various aspects of leadership & mentorship.

From the Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) to the Leadership Institute for Women in Psychology (LIWP), some of the most impactful professionals in the field have participated in these incredible programs and will be presenting at the American Psychological Association convention this year. We encourage you to view/download the flyer to see the full list if you'd like to support or connect with others in the Leadership Development Institute at APA network: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-THs80M9g5AFI4HeBli4OaeYq04kSu9e/view

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The Leadership Development Institute flagship programs are in full swing at ! We're looking forward to connecting with and other members of The Institute network this week. Check out some of our programming if you'll be attending convention. Please note, the social hours will take place on Thursday this year, instead of Friday. Can't wait to connect with you!

So proud to welcome another amazing scholar to the

Congratulations to Dr. Richard Lopez of Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) on being selected to participate in the 2024 APA Minority Fellowship Program SEE-Diversity to Sucesss Workshop!✨ We're thrilled that this workshop will support Dr. Lopez's career.