Seeking Diversity within SCP
The Society of Clinical Psychology and its leadership believe that the perspectives of a diverse membership are essential for a high quality professional organization. This reflects our values of addressing the needs of our membership and those we serve from diverse cultural backgrounds and personal identities. The Society of Clinical Psychology has a renewed commitment to improving the diversity of our membership and leadership to ensure that contributions and perspectives come from a diverse representation of professionals.
Our vision includes educating, training, and providing information to clinical psychologists within and outside of the division. Through newsletters, scientific publications, meetings, and conventions we carry these central values with the goal of providing information on diversity, equity, and inclusion in clinical practice. We will also work to better understand the factors contributing to under-representation of diversity in our membership and to identify feasible and effective solutions. We intend to set an example as a society that exemplifies the values of equity, inclusion, and social justice infused in all areas of evidence based practice. We are committed to cultivating a diverse, supportive, and productive society for broad membership with an environment that fosters growth, inclusion, and social justice. If you would like to learn more about these and other efforts and how you can contribute, click here. Additionally, if you would like to learn more about leadership in the organization, please click here.
The Society of Clinical Psychology is currently undertaking specific efforts to address diversity in the organization and disparities within the field including:
- The Committee on Diversity actively recruits diverse members through the board and committee to participate in workings of the division.
- The Committee on Diversity writes frequent diversity spotlights each year highlighting the work of individuals who are committed to improving DEI
- The Committee on Diversity posts blogs that cover current topics and relevant research articles on DEI topical issues that promote DEI
- The Committee on Diversity awards students who is propel DEI issues in research and/or service (student award provided each year)
Check out the SCP Diversity Web Page for more information and resources.