About MPA
Founded in 1956, the Maryland Psychological Association (MPA) is the statewide Professional Membership Association for Maryland Psychologists. We are affiliated with the American Psychological Association. Our purpose is to support the psychologists in Maryland advancing the science and practice of psychology for the health and welfare of the public. MPA is governed by its members through the Board of Directors, which consists of officers and representatives elected by the members and committee chairs appointed by MPA Executive Committee. The Board of Directors meets monthly from September - June to set policy for the Association. Members of the Board of Directors can be reached through the Association office. Our Commitment to DiversityMPA values the many faces of diversity, including age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, disability, and religious/spiritual affiliation. We are committed to increasing our knowledge, professional competence, and appreciation of differences and similarities of diverse peoples in our roles as educators, practitioners, researchers, administrators, and policymakers. We actively encourage the participation of psychologists of diverse backgrounds in our organization's membership and leadership. Our value and knowledge of diversity guide our service to our membership, fellow professionals, and the community at large. MPA's Commitment to Justice and AdvocacyThe Maryland Psychological Association Board of Directors acknowledges the many colleagues who have been and/or have encountered clients, students, or colleagues who have been profoundly affected by the divisive events of the last several months in this country. The APA Code of Ethics states that we should work to, "minimize harm wherever it is unforeseeable and unavoidable". As psychologists, we not only advocate for the use of psychological science for the creation of policies that promote public good - particularly for those who, due to their identities, are disenfranchised and marginalized - but we do not stand idly by while science is misused or ignored to further marginalize disenfranchised groups. Questions?Tom Cote, Executive Director – [email protected] Veronica Rand, Membership and Continuing Education Coordinator – [email protected] Alima Khanu, Project Coordinator – [email protected] Jean Holmes, Administrative Assistant – [email protected] |