Association of Black Psychologists

09/26/2025

As we honor the dedicated service of our current leaders, we welcome the new voices who will carry ABPsi’s mission forward. Hear from our current Student Circle Chair, Artesia Dunbar, as we celebrate legacy, transition, and the future of ABPsi.

✊🏾Leadership Transitions:
▶︎President: Current: Sharon L. Bethea, Ph.D. → Incoming: Monique Swift, Ph.D.
▶︎President-Elect: Current: Monique Swift, Ph.D. → Incoming: Rachel Mingo, Ph.D.
▶︎Student Circle Chair: Current: Artesia Dunbar → Incoming: Iniobong (Ini) Etuk
▶︎Secretary: Current: Shawn Jones, Ph.D. → Incoming: Michele Lewis, Ph.D.
▶︎Treasurer: Current: Rachel Mingo → Incoming: Steven Kniffley, Ph.D.
▶︎Eastern Regional Representative: Current: Eryka Boyd, Ph.D. → Incoming: Marcus Daugherty, M.A., L.M.H.C.
▶︎Mid-Western Regional Representative: Incoming: Corey Sims, Ph.D.
▶︎Western Regional Representative: Current: Zeeyon Walker, Ph.D. → Incoming: Brandon Gamble, Ph.D.

Our mission continues through you, rooted in Ubuntu, guided by Jegnaship, and committed to the liberation of our people.

As we welcome new leaders and honor those completing their service, we invite you to stand with us in building the future of African/Black psychology and advancing the well-being of African black people throughout the world.

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09/24/2025

The Trump regime’s assault on Black people continues. The recent escalation of threats, military involvement and the unsafe focus on black folks has caused Sawubona Healing Circles to activate crisis circles to create culturally affirming spaces for our people to be able to come together and experience healing in a community setting. We are our best medicine and join us as we offer support and love for our family in Memphis.

📣REGISTER here: https://bit.ly/sawubona2025 - Please share!

Today, Wednesday, Sep 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM EST (4:00 PM, PST / 5:00 PM, MST / 6:00 PM, CST)

These circles provide a supportive environment for sharing, connection, and cultural affirmation.

▶︎Important: This is a protected space for individuals with lived Black experiences.

We ask all others to honor this boundary so that participants can feel safe, supported, and fully present in the circle. We look forward to sharing in this collective space of reflection, joy, and healing.

Asanteni na karibu 🖤

09/18/2025

ABPsi's Psychdiscourse Invites Your Submissions on Su***de Prevention & Awareness.🎗️ September is su***de awareness month, and the online news site of the Association of Black Psychologists, Psychdiscourse, wants to hear from you.

We seek commentaries and op-ed submissions addressing the challenges and solutions to su***de in the Black/African diasporic community. Articles should be written for everyday readers, use Arial 12-inch type font, and range between 500 and 1500 words.

▶︎Who can respond to this call for article submissions?

We want to hear from psychologists, counselors, educators, students, non-profit leaders, and holistic health professionals.

Learn more about Psychdiscourse and read additional submission instructions here:

🔗Submit Here: https://bit.ly/abpsiuplift

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09/16/2025

Our community continues to face threats to the safety and spirit of our HBCUs. These are not isolated acts, they are attacks on our sacred spaces of learning and the scholars we are called to protect. ABPsi is creating circles of care and strength for those impacted. Join us on September 16 and September 23 as we come together to heal, affirm, and protect the legacy of our HBCUs and the scholars who carry it forward.

🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/sawubona2025

In addition to these dates, our Sawubona Healing Circle meets weekly. We invite you to register and choose the date that best supports your journey.

09/15/2025

ABPsi Bylaw Amendment Vote 📣 Vote Now for Reinstating Affiliate Membership Category!

This correspondence serves as a call for an electronic vote for a Bylaw amendment concerning the membership category. Those without degrees in psychology or related fields. Reinstating this category allows ABPsi to remain inclusive of committed individuals whose contributions strengthen our mission. We encourage you to vote in favor of restoring the Affiliate Member category.

👉🏾Voting Closes October 9, 2025

Vote Here: 🔗 https://bit.ly/abpsivotefor4




https://abpsi.org/

09/09/2025

ABPsi Member Support is here for you!

Having trouble with membership dues, login issues, or account access? Our team is ready to assist. Connect with us today so you can stay fully engaged with the ABPsi community.

⏵ National Office: (301) 449-3082
⏵ Questions: abpsi@abpsi.org
⏵ Submit Active Member/Chapter Tickets: servicedesk@abpsi.org

We’re committed to making your membership experience smooth and supportive. Thank you for being a valued member of ABPsi!

09/08/2025

🚨 ABPsi Special Election: Treasurer: Voting Open Now!

The Association has a proud and rich history of scholarship and service to the mental health profession and to social advocacy. Each year, the membership can identify those individuals we believe can lead the Association and, with their permission, elect them for office.

Voting Dates: September 4 – September 18, 2025
Voting is for MEMBERS ONLY

We Need You! Vote Today
👉🏾https://bit.ly/abpsitreasurer

09/05/2025

09/04/2025

From the Desk of ABPsi South Florida: Join them for their 1st Annual Awards Brunch on September 27, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Greetings Everyone,

South Florida’s ABPsi 1st Annual Awards Brunch Gala, “Rooted in Therapy, Growing in Influence." Tickets are available on Eventbrite!

The Gala will take place at the Born on Purpose Project on Saturday, September 27th, from 11 AM–3 PM. Tickets are $119.99 for general admission and $59.99 for current students (these prices include taxes and fees). Current students will be asked to present their student ID for entry. The link to the Eventbrite tickets is below!

Student Opportunity
Students will be able to attend the gala for free IF they volunteer to help with setup for the event. If any students would like to volunteer, please reach out to me or another board member!

🔗https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-abpsisfl-2025-awards-brunch-rooted-in-history-growing-in-influence-registration-1489182648389

Location: 4850 N. State Rd 7, G-111, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319

The Born on Purpose Project
Google Maps Link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sZMXn6daHc6YA6rN6
Date: September 27th, 2025

Time: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

About this event
Join us for Rooted in History, Growing in Influence, a celebratory brunch honoring South Florida’s most impactful Black psychologists and mental health pioneers. This gathering will uplift the legacy of those who paved the way while cultivating connection among today’s leaders and change makers.

🌿 What to Expect
Enjoy a meaningful afternoon filled with a delicious brunch, powerful conversation, live music, and heartfelt award presentations honoring South Florida’s most impactful Black mental health professionals. This is a time to celebrate legacy, connect with community, and leave inspired. Come ready for good food, mimosas, and line dancing.

🌿 Support the Legacy
If you are unable to attend or would like to further contribute, we welcome donations to support this celebration and its ongoing mission. Donations can be made here:

https://www.abpsisfl.org/donate

The proceeds from this event will be distributed towards the Dr. Herman Dorsett Scholarship, which ensures our students are financially set during internship and post-doctoral fellowships.

The Association of Black Psychologists sees its mission and destiny as the liberation of the African Mind, empowerment of the African Character, and enlivenment and illumination of the African Spirit.

Well Wishes,

Alyssa Johnson, PhD
Executive Secretary
The Association of Black Psychologists, South Florida Chapter Inc.

"Wisdom is like a garden: if it is not cultivated, it cannot be harvested." – African Proverb

09/03/2025

Salam ABPsi familia! 👋🏿

We reviewed the survey results and true to our word, we are pleased to extend an invitation to Kenyans 🇰🇪 in the US, between ages 18-35, to an upcoming Sawubona Healing Circle (SHC)—space created for Black and Afrikan-descended individuals to gather, reflect, and heal together.

These circles provide a supportive environment for sharing, connection, and cultural affirmation.

🗓️Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM EST (2:00 PM CT | 1 PM MT | 12 PM PST)

⚠️Important: This is a protected space for individuals with lived Black experiences.

We ask all others to honor this boundary so that participants can feel safe, supported, and fully present in the circle.

📣REGISTER here: http://tinyurl.com/kenyanSHC1 (link also in bio or request it in the comments & we’ll DM it your way) — Please share this post & link.

We look forward to sharing in this collective space of reflection, joy, and healing.

Asanteni na karibu 🖤

09/02/2025

FREE Virtual Course – Meeting Ma’at Training! The DC Association of Black Psychologists invites you to a FREE African-centered learning experience with Dr. Lawford L. Goddard (Elder, Bay Area Chapter, ABPsi).

ADD TO CART 🛒 : bit.ly/maatcourse

▶︎ ABOUT THE COURSE:

Name: African Consensus Decision-Making: Meeting Ma’at Training

What to expect: Viewers will learn the basics of African Consensus Decision-Making and its relationship to the African political process. Viewers will also learn how to apply this framework and effectively navigate conflict within their respective meetings.

▶︎Cost: FREE

▶︎Will CE's be offered? NO

▶︎Presenter names with designation?
Presenter – Dr. Lawford L. Goddard – Elder, Bay Area Chapter ABPsi
Host – DC ABPsi

▶︎ Course objectives in a list:
1. Provide participants with the foundational elements of African consensus decision-making.
2. Describe the application of consensus decision-making in the African political process.
3. Explore the applicability of consensus decision-making to ABPsi experiences.
4. Explain the processes for effective decision-making.
5. Discuss the way in which regular meetings are conducted.
6. Explain the roles of participants in the decision-making process.
7. Describe strategies for managing differences during discussions.

▶︎Who is the target audience for this course? (Students or professionals)
Students and professionals