President’s Message

Raising the Bar on Commitment and Responsibility

Mary Elizabeth Hargrow, Ph.D.

National President of The ABPsi

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Greetings to The ABPsi Membership:

Many sincere apologies for the long delay in receiving your Psych Discourse, one of the valued offerings that membership in The ABPsi brings, and a publication that serves as a bridge that connects us to each other. Thank you for your patience.

This has been a year of a tremendous financial short fall leading to cutbacks and downsizing that has affected our ability to deliver the quantity and quality of services that the Board of Directors (BOD) would like to provide to you, and that you deserve to receive. However, through careful planning and financial sacrifice from each of the BOD members and some committee chairs and co-chairs, The Association is emerging operationally, financially, and programmatically stronger. Retrofitting and strengthening the infrastructure while continuing office operations on a part time basis has, and continues to be, a challenge that requires our tenacity. Cut backs with Psych Discourse have been one of the services that has been affected. Again, please accept my apologies, and expect all services to improve within the next month.

After 34 years of functioning, it is not unusual for a structure, an institution, or an organization to have to undergo major infrastructure work in order to continue. And, I invite all of us to see it as our individual responsibility to make sure that this needed organization continues. The infrastructure work that is taking place within The ABPsi at this time will have long term effects on its viability and sustainability as we move into this rapidly expanding global society where the challenges for people of African ancestry are increasingly visible to the world. Our physical, mental, and spiritual survivals on this planet are increasingly threatened. Check out the statistics on any number of physical diseases and consequences of social injustice to African people locally, nationally, and globally. Far too many of us seem asleep, anesthetized, and/or immobilized by the magnitude of the challenges. But, Members of The ABPsi, we must rise and assist ourselves and our communities—locally and globally—in finding solutions for meeting these challenges. This is a time for perseverance.

The ongoing infrastructure retrofitting and strengthening that is taking place within The ABPsi include (but are not limited to): renegotiating and settling burdensome contracts, revising and strengthening policies and procedures, increasing the effort to have The ABPsi recognized as a Continuing Education provider in every state, having The ABPsi’s Ethical Standards included in the Global Ethical Standards for Psychology that are now being developed, exploring and evaluating alternative ways of operating office functions, supporting and encouraging the growth of the African Psychology Institute, restoring and restructuring The Association’s Culturally Consistent Referral Program, making updated information on The Association available on the Internet, and forming new and more extensive collaborative working relations with other African American associations and African based organizations.

The ABPsi has never had sufficient financial resources to fully support the travel and hotel accommodations of the individuals who volunteer to serve the organization on the national level as members of the Board of Directors, the ABPsi General Assembly, or their Committees. There have been times when these volunteers were given partial stipends for expenses. However, so far this year, 2001-2002, the short fall in revenue has placed this burden completely on each individual, and they have met their responsibility of attending BOD and GA meetings despite this situation. How can you help to change this scenario before the fiscal year ends?

The ABPsi’s 34^th International Convention in San Diego, at the Four Points Sheraton Hotel, August 6-10 (meetings August 4-11) is The Association’s Annual Fundraiser and Professional Conference. There are many ways to participate to make this a success in both areas: Register to attend the convention and stay at the convention hotel. If you are unable to attend, donate a monetary amount for two student registrations and accommodations, or for one recent graduate or other full paying attendee. For the Souvenir Program Book, you can and should solicit corporate and institutional sponsors; solicit ads from institutions, businesses or organizations; order a personal or professional ad; or make a sizable donation to support the convention or BOD members’ meeting expenses. There is a Chapter Challenge initiative in which the National Convention Committee (NCC) co-chairs, Mr. Archie Harris and Ms. Evelyn Young, have asked each chapter to raise $2,500.00 to $5,000.00 in support of this 2001-2002 National Fund Raiser. (Call Ms. E. Young, the National Office, or see the web site for forms at www.abpsi.org). Participation by the membership in these activities can make it possible for the 2001-2002 BOD members to receive stipends to cover some of their expenses for this year, and for The ABPsi to operate more fully during 2002-2003. Chapters in each region are to collectively provide financial support for their regional representative. Check with your chapter leadership and make sure that your chapter has fulfilled this responsibility—and paid their annual chapter charter fee—and is involved in the Convention Chapter Challenge fundraising effort. [see the Announcement pages.]

Increasing our responsibility at all levels is mandatory to successfully and sufficiently retrofit and strengthen the infrastructure of The ABPsi, from within, so that our home can and will withstand the storms that are before us and those that we may face in the future. We must be prepared, if necessary, to do this with a smaller group of committed and participating psychologists of African descent. I believe that there are enough of us who will not abdicate this responsibility that we are uniquely qualified and called to do.

The convention theme is, “The World Wide Web of African Psychology: From Antiquity to the Present.” The presentations of theory, research and practice are focused toward increasing ‘Cultural Competency’ in working with people of African ancestry and other underserved communities. The healing modalities will include contemporary, traditional, and a variety of combinations. Some of the presenters will be from the continent of Africa. PLEASE, DO NOT MISS THIS CONVENTION!

President Hargrow may be reached at MEHargrow16@aol.com or in care of the National Office.

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ETHICAL STANDARDS

OF BLACK PSYCHOLOGISTS

PREAMBLE

We hold to be true that only persons of African Descent and who are completely committed to no less than the absolute liberation of the Black mind shall be recognized as legitimate Black Psychologists. We also hold to be true that the commitment process simultaneously recognizes:

1. that the shackles of slavery and centuries of racial oppression still restrict the mental freedom of people of African descent.

2. the continued retentions and residuals of our African Cultural Heritage inform and direct the creative mental powers of people of African descent.

Black Psychologists, as scientists of the mind, are committed to research, theory and practice which is designed to build from the core of our African spiritual and physical being. Black Psychologists are also committed to research, theory and practice geared towards the unmasking of the nefarious influences of racism and the internalized destructiveness of the racist.

The objective of a Black Psychologist is to restore the Black mind to its original form, prior to the intrusion of slavery, by cultivating the integrity, the dignity, the collective awareness and the unified movement of Black people towards their social, political, economic, psychological and spiritual liberation. The parameter of values of Black Psychologists are defined by this objective. With the freedom for inquiry and formulation, the Black Psychologist accepts the responsibility for the welfare of all Black people and respect for all human beings who are in the conduct of respectable human affairs, and not in conflict with the survival and progress of African people.

THE FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLE OF CONSUBSTANTIATION

The essential guiding principle for the ethical conduct of Black Psychologists is informed by the ontological principle of "consubstantiation," i.e., "we are one people, we are of the same essence." This principle requires an adherence to the structural recognition that "I am because we are and because we are, therefore I am," as well as to the functional acceptance of the African principle of identity which recognizes that "who you are is who you are connected to" (and value base of collective responsibility). The fundamental principles derived of consubstantiation result in the set of guiding principles derived by Collective Responsibility.

THE ETHICAL STANDARDS

I. Responsibility

II. Restraint

III. Respect

IV. Reciprocity

V. Commitment

VI. Cooperativeness

VII. Courage

VIII. Accountability

Standard I. RESPONSIBILITY

The ethical standard of responsibility recognizes that Black Psychologists, while committed to the understanding of the human mind in general in the service of all humanity, hold a value and commitment to addressing the unique problems and propensities of the African mind (throughout the diaspora). Black Psychologists are first and foremost responsible for the understanding of the African mind and for the application of the knowledge to the alleviation of problems which have been fostered by the historical oppression of Black people.

Principle I-1: Black Psychologists believe that their skills should most appropriately be dedicated to the improvement of the lives of Black people. Though there are obviously related activities which may be of high priority to non-Black people, the choice of priority involvements by Black Psychologists must first be toward those which will expedite the improvement of the life situation of Black people.

Principle I-2: Black Psychologists engage in research which will improve the quality of life of Black people. This research should be reflective of the psychological strengths of Black people and/or should be focused on the cultivation of strengths which will foster such improvement. Black Psychologists object to and refuse to support theoretical or empirical positions which accept the innate or irremediable deficiency of Black people.

Principle I-3: For Black Psychologists to engage in any research, theory, or practice which in any way endangers the development of Black people, shall be recognized as highly unethical. Any Black Psychologists so involved, directly or indirectly, shall be publicly exposed as being in violation of, and irresponsible to, the well being of Black people, and shall be formally disassociated from this body. The judgment of such misconduct shall be determined by the Standing Committee on Ethical Standards.

Principle I-4: As teachers, Black Psychologists recognize their responsibility to foster self-knowledge. If that teaching involves non-Black people, then the Black Psychologists' responsibility is to offer knowledge of the non-Black self as it impacts on the life and circumstance of Black people.

Principle I-5: As providers of services to suffering people, Black Psychologists recognize that their initial responsibility is to the suffering of Black people. In whatever setting Black Psychologists find themselves awkward, they always extend their efforts to offering the best and highest quality of service to Black people. When a choice is available, Black Psychologists see their responsibility as primarily a resource to improve the life situation of Black people.

Standard II: RESTRAINT

The ethical standard of restraint recognizes that Black Psychologists understand that the "rights" of any single individual are always balanced against the responsibility to, and requirements of, the group. Black Psychologists are governed by principled conduct and restraints which are designed to judge actions in relation to the welfare of the group and the larger good.

Principle II-1: Black Psychologists avoid the use of their professional identity as a vehicle to exploit or take personal advantage of the Black community.

Principle II-2: Black Psychologists avoid making public statements which may be construed as reflective of the collective sentiment of the Black community unless they are duly appointed by a representative group of the community as their spokesperson.

Principle II-3: Black Psychologists are cautious in communicating their research findings as representing observations in a limited sphere, thus avoiding making global pronouncements about the state of the race.

Principle II-4: Black Psychologists represent themselves as servants to the community and lead only as they have been appointed.

Standard III: RESPECT

The ethical standard of respect recognizes that Black Psychologists shall at all times give deference to the will and intent of Black people. As reflected in behavior, attitudes, etc., Black Psychologists submit to excellence, and righteousness in themselves and in each other.

Principle III-1: Black Psychologists shall avoid misrepresenting their professional qualifications, affiliations, commitments and/or contributions to the field. Black Psychologists do not claim, directly or indirectly, to possess professional qualifications or skills which they do not have. Neither do they permit people to assume and/or represent them as having qualifications or skills which they do not have.

Principle III-2: Because of the explicit commitments of Black Psychologists to address the specific and unique concerns of Black people, anyone who does not share in this commitment should not affiliate themselves or represent themselves with this organization.

Principle III-3: Black Psychologists do not identify themselves either explicitly or by implication as affiliated with The Association of Black Psychologists, for the purpose of obtaining benefits, without being an official member of the organization.

Standard IV: RECIPROCITY

The ethical standard of reciprocity recognizes that Black Psychologists understand the mutual dependence between the welfare of Black people and their personal well-being. In no instance shall Black Psychologists place their personal gain in opposition to the advancement of the Black community.

Principle IV-1: Black Psychologists are first of all concerned about providing the best and highest quality services. Financial consideration should never restrict their ability to serve the Black community.

Principle IV-2: Black Psychologists' fees for services to the Black community should be commensurate with the community's ability to pay.

Principle IV-3: Black Psychologists recognize the economic oppression and destitution of the Black community. Thus, they responsibly return a portion of their earnings to the Black community.

Standard V: COMMITMENT

Black Psychologists will often be enticed by power, prestige and position to compromise their agreement to serve the vested self-interest of the Black community. In light of this, the ethical standard of commitment recognizes the need for Black Psychologists to acknowledge their devotion to protect and affirm the integrity and welfare of the Black community.

Principle V-1: Black Psychologists accept and advocate in all of their professional affairs a oneness of being between themselves and the collective reality of the community of Black people. Their conduct recognizes that they cannot discredit the Black community without discrediting themselves nor discredit themselves without discrediting the Black community.

Principle V-2: Black Psychologists recognize that they are committed to protecting the minds of Black people from the overt and subliminal influences which rob the Black community of dignity, integrity and ultimate mental liberation.

Principle V-3: When there is a conflict among races or social groups, Black Psychologists are primarily committed to and concerned with the welfare of the Black collective and only secondarily with the interest of their professional group.

Principle V-4: Black Psychologists are committed to protect the confidentiality and secrecy of information obtained through professional inquiry or personal trust. Release of such information may occur only after permission is explicitly given and/or consultation is held with respected colleagues and legal representatives of the Black community.

Standard VI: COOPERATIVENESS

The ethical standard of cooperativeness recognizes that Black Psychologists will at all times respect the integrity, expertise and contributions of colleagues in Black Psychology, within the field of general psychology and other fields. As long as these professionals and/or their work/contributions are not in violation of the vested self-interest of Black people, Black Psychologists can and will find collaborative relationships acceptable.

Principle VI-1: Black Psychologists respect the ethnic, racial and cultural integrity of other groups insofar as the integrity of those groups is not predicated on the oppression, exploitation or destruction of the Black race or other groups of human beings.

Principle VI-2: Black Psychologists condemn any research or intervention, collaborative or otherwise, conducted in Black communities without an explicit service intent, or other direct benefit, to the Black community.

Principle VI-3: With the exception of a student, tutorial or trainee position, Black Psychologists entering into interracial research or service to Black people shall do so only when the direction and governance of the research and service (particularly its purpose, direction, interpretation and use) are under the control of Black people.

Principle VI-4: Black Psychologists view with caution the efforts to research, theorize or otherwise define the needs, goals or direction of Black communities by non-Black investigators without extensive and intensive consultation with relevant Black professionals. Research done under such conditions should be identified as such and should be carefully scrutinized before providing any forum for such ideas.

Principle VI-5: In order to secure the collective development of Black theory program/service development, Black Psychologists actively seek out consultation and colleague collaboration with other Black Psychologists and like-minded persons.

Principle VI-6: As an act of principled conduct and to the best of their ability, Black Psychologists contribute time, money, energy, resources and/or other elements of value to the preservation and advancement of The Association of Black Psychologists.

Standard VII: COURAGE

The ethical standard of courage recognizes that Black Psychologists be of sufficient spirit and purpose to openly address and honestly confront any issue, persons, or events which are in opposition to the well-being and vested self-interest of Black people.

Principle VII-1: Black Psychologists condemn by exposure any political operations geared towards the destruction of Black community life, family life and effective psychological functioning.

Principle VII-2: Black Psychologists offer no support to anti-Black positions -- political, scientific, or professional.

Principle VII-3: To the best of their ability, Black Psychologists offer honest reflection and/or clarification of the conditions (whether positive/strength or negative/weakness) of Black people.

Standard VIII: ACCOUNTABILITY

The ethical standard of accountability recognizes that Black psychologists, in accepting the ethical standards of The Association of Black Psychologists, as well as certain social conventions which foster effective living for people in general, will hold their own conduct and that of their colleagues accountable to the criteria of racial redemption and cultural reclamation.

Principle VIII-1: In recognition that self-destructive activities are currently in the vanguard of contemporary moral principles and ethical conduct, Black Psychologists strongly adhere to the idea that any activity directed toward the destruction or injury of Black people shall be viewed and judged as highly reprehensible and indefensible.

Principle VIII-2: Black Psychologists hold themselves accountable to their Black colleagues and to the power of the Black community for the highest standards of performance.

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“The essential guiding principle for the ethical conduct of Black Psychologists is informed by the ontological principle of ‘consubstantiation,’ i.e., ‘we are one people, we are of the same essence.’”

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Principle VIII-3: We recognize that there are traditional advisors/healers in Black communities, i.e., spiritual advisors, Elders and religious counselors. Hence, we recognize the legitimacy of many such resources, to the degree that they are accountable of their services to a body of Black practitioners and lay members of the Black community. Professional competence is best adjudged by moral responsibility and social accountability. We submit this code as a criterion by which such competence may be evaluated.

Principle VIII-4: Black Psychologists realize that their allegiance to and ability to service Black people is compromised by certain personal and/or professional relationships with non-Black people. Any Black Psychologist so involved should recognize their limitations in being accountable to Black people and should decline to engage in activities which may directly affect the lives of Black people. In questionable situations, recommendations for appropriate behavior should be made by the Standing Committee of Ethical Standards.

Principle VIII-5: Black Psychologists shall discourage the practice of psychology by Black people who do not understand and are not committed to the principles contained in this code of behavior.

SUMMARY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Black men and women who ascribe to the above principles are recognized as the legitimate scientists for the liberation and advancement of the African mind. Sanction against those who seek to practice in Black communities or represent themselves as legitimate Black Psychologists without ascribing to these principles, shall be the public exposure of such persons as in violation of, and irresponsible to, the well-being of Black people.

The ultimate judgment for such sanctions shall be based upon a review by the Standing Committee on Ethical Standards and the committee's recommendation to The ABPsi Board of Directors. Ultimate action regarding the use of the organization's publications and other means for public sanction must be determined by the Board.

Prepared by Na'im Akbar, Ph.D. and Wade W. Nobles, Ph.D., June 11, 1983.

[The Board of Directors invites readers’ comments and suggested revisions or changes on these Ethical Standards. Submit comments to the Ethics Committee in care of The ABPsi, PO Box 55999, Washington, DC 20040-5999.]

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The ABPsi’s Annual Campaign 2001/2002


	CONTRIBUTORS	DONATION		CONTRIBUTORS	DONATION
1	Dr. Samella Abdullah	$1,000.00	18	Dr. Lawrence James	$250.00
2	Dr. Na’im Akbar	$1,000.00	19	Dr. Moriba Kelsey	$1,000.00
3	Dr. Robert Atwell	$1,000.00	20	Dr. Kenneth Monteiro	$250.00
4	Dr. Diane L. Bailey	$100.00	21	Dr. Carolyn Moore-Assen	$300.00
5	Dr. Deborah Beasly-Hardin	$100.00	22	Dr. F.G.G. Muntslag	$50.00
6	Dr. Gloria Carter	$100.00	23	Dr. Kendra Pugh	$50.00
7	Dr. William Cross	$250.00	24	Ms. Judy E. Ross	$250.00
8	Dr. Carrie Dixon	$100.00	25	Dr. Pamela Shipp	$100.00
9	Dr. Halford Fairchild	$3,000.00	26	Dr. Satira Streeter	$100.00
10	Dr. Paris Finner-Williams	$500.00	27	Dr. Henry Tomes	$1,000.00
11	Dr. Debra George	$100.00	28	Dr. Nkechi Townsend	$500.00
12	Dr. Carnita Groves	$1,000.00	29	Mr. Steward Washington	$350.00
13	Dr. V. Robert Hayles	$250.00	30	Dr. Joseph White	$200.00
14	Dr. Mary Hargrow	$2,000.00	31	Dr. Linda Whittington-Clark	$500.00
15	Dr. Asa Hilliard	$1,000.00	32	Dr. Daniel Williams	$1,000.00
16	Dr. Dorothy Holmes	$150.00	33	Dr. Michael Williams	$100.00
17	Dr. Anna Jackson	$2,000.00		Dr. Robert Williams	$1,000.00
	TOTAL	$15,650.00			$7,000.00	$20,650.00

Thank-you for your contributions to support the operational and administrative needs to promote the overall mission and goals of ABPsi during fiscal year 2001/2002. Please review the chart and verify your contributions are correctly listed on the report. Please contact the National Office to ensure your contribution is accurately reflected on this list. We continue to accept contributions to The Association of Black Psychologists at P.O. Box 55999, Washington, D.C. 20040-5999.

Annual Campaign 2001/2002

I wish to participate in fund raising efforts and advance the financial health of The Association of Black Psychologists for the fiscal year 2001/02. Please accept my donation to support the goals and needs of ABPsi. I would like to contribute:

Place an X ( ) $2000.00 ( ) $1000.00 ( ) $500.00 ( ) $250.00 ( ) $100.00 ( ) Other _____

Printed Name:_________________________________ Circle Payment (Check, Visa, MC, AMEX)

Credit Card Number _____________________________________ Exp. Date__________________

Signature: _______________________________________________________________________

Your continued generosity and commitment to the financial stability of the organization is greatly appreciated. On behalf of The Association of Black Psychologists, I would like to extend our warmest thanks for your contributions. We look forward to success in the coming year to strengthen the financial stability of the organization. Your assistance in this effort will greatly influence the achievement of our goals. With great appreciation.

Sincerely,

Judy E. Ross, National Treasurer

The Association of Black Psychologists

Liberating Your Mind: A Review of The Psychology of Blacks by Parham, White and Ajamu

Leanne Stein

Pitzer College, Claremont, California

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Many like to think of today’s world as almost free of racism, especially compared to the days of slavery. However, a different kind of slavery exists now in the world of the African American. It is not a physical enslavement like that of the past, but rather a mental enslavement. The first step in lifting this bind is education. Unfortunately, this kind of education is not typically found in schools, but it can be discovered in books. The Psychology of Blacks, An African Centered Perspective (Third Edition), written by Thomas A. Parham, Joseph L. White, and Adisa Ajamu, is an excellent start in anybody’s educational process to uncovering the truth.

The Psychology of Blacks is a nine-chapter book that covers many topics pertaining to psychology, while also giving its reader an understanding of African American history. This is essential because, as the book points out, African Psychology is based on ideas and concepts linked to ancient African history. The book walks through many of these concepts and defines important terms that are essential to the understanding of the Black Psychology approach.

The book begins by discussing “why an African-centered psychological perspective is necessary” and goes over some key definitions, such as unsophisticated falsification^[1] and deficit-deficiency^[2] (p. 2). Also, the African worldview is examined, and then contrasted with the White worldview. Furthermore, all of the above concepts are related to the modern era; specifically to ABPsi, The Association of Black Psychologists, and how these ideas mold the ABPsi’s approach to psychology.

One facet of much importance in the African American outlook is the idea of a family made up of people functioning together as a unit, rather than as separate individuals. The Psychology of Blacks takes a deep look at family, specifically the African American family, and discusses the African-centered perspective of the family system. This allows the reader to have a basic knowledge of how the African America family works, and thus promotes a better understanding of the African American experience.

Equipped with a basic knowledge of African American views and traditions, the book tackles identity. This is extremely important as the book looks at how an African-American can have a positive identity in a world that still exercises racism. First, identity is defined and many critical questions are examined. However the most important concept of the book appears in this context: the need for mental liberation of African American people. Many African Americans do not know their traditions and history, and many play into the idea of Blacks being a weaker race. The Psychology of Blacks argues that African Americans have become their own worst enemy and seeks to provide a means to liberate these self-destructive realities. Within this solution is the psychology of nigrescence^[3], and the steps in which this process is carried out. Nigrescence seeks to change attitudes and promote the right kind of African American identity.

Although it is crucial that all African American adults seek to mentally liberate their minds, it is even more important that today’s youth are educated correctly from the start. The Psychology of Blacks undertakes this challenge and even provides a plan called “Passports to the Future Program” which would allow an African American child the opportunity to learn about his/her traditions (p. 76-78). The book provides an analysis of different correlates of achievement: poverty, self-concept, value orientation, teacher expectations and family background. There are many challenges facing today’s educational system, however, education is the start of mental liberation, and therefore is the perfect place to begin to change.

The Psychology of Blacks also gives an overview of the history of developmental psychology and how African-American outlooks have affected the way developmental psychology is considered today. The book’s major concern in the realm of developmental psychology seems to be culture, and the lack of acknowledging the differences between different cultures when conducting experiments. The book is quick to illustrate, however, that African-American psychology does take into account culture and understands the importance of looking back at one’s own origins through concepts like Sankofa^[4].

Since this book is about the psychology of African Americans, the book devotes a good chunk to mental health. The book applies the concepts already mapped out to portray the necessity of defining mental health according to culture. The book examines some African-American psychological models, Ma’at^[5] being the most important. The book lists Ma’at’s seven cardinal virtues and the five definitions of the African character. The book also takes a look at the contradictory findings of mental illness in African-Americans. As a result of racism and a lack of acknowledgement of culture, it is unsurprising to learn that many historical trends point to a distorted view of the true nature of an African-American, and thus effects how they are diagnosed in the field of mental health.

The Psychology of Blacks delves deep into the fundamental issues of African-American psychology, and promotes the notion of praxis^[6]. The book also examines the ancient African term ori-ire^[7], which is extremely important in understanding the ideals African American psychology is striving to establish.

Finally the book ends by inspecting concepts that are pertinent to the current African-American community. The first of these categories is coping with racism and oppression. The second big issue tackled is confronting the social pathology of the American workplace. Lastly, the book confronts the issues impacting the African-American woman. The answer to all these problems lies in change, and this book begins to educate how these changes are possible.

The Psychology of Blacks is an extremely informative book that covers a variety of topics. Most importantly is the concept of mental liberation. This book is a great start to begin to recognize the mental constraints society puts on knowledge. It does not matter what color skin you have, everyone should read this book in order to begin the process of mental liberation.

The author is an undergraduate student and can be reached at Leanne_Stein@Pitzer.edu.

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The Association of Black Psychologists’

Thirty-fourth Annual Convention

At the Four-Point Sheraton, San Diego, California (858-277-8888)

August 4^th-11, 2002

(Presidential opening: Wednesday evening, August 7)

Conference Theme

“The World Wide Web of African/Black Psychology From Antiquity to the Present: Developing Cultural Competence in Working With People of African Ancestry”

About the Convention Theme

The road has been long. There have been struggles and there have been victories. We, the people of African ancestry, are a strong, proud people, who despite wanton, systematic obstacles, have marched forward and are now a force in the World Wide Web of psychology. This year’s theme is a celebration of the journey and the influences of African/Black Psychologists. It is a vehicle to bring together psychological models and practices that psychologists of African ancestry, in the United States and around the world, have developed to address the psychological pain, validate the strengths and struggles, and celebrate the indomitable spirit of people of African ancestry.

You are invited to learn and enjoy presentations of theories, empirical research, professional practices and interventions that address the psychology of people of African ancestry in the Americas, Africa or other parts of the world. We have many papers emphasizing the conference theme that are grounded in specialties within African/Black psychology and related disciplines. Presenters present models, research findings, and practices developed for people of African descent, including papers on contemporary issues related to oppression, injustice, and healing. In honoring our work we honor the diversity of our psychological practices.

You are invited to be a Supporter/Sponsor, Patron or to advertise in the Program Book; be an exhibitor; or just come, learn and have fun. Reunite with old friends; make new friends and share with professionals dedicated to enhancing the journey of people of African ancestry throughout the world.

NOTICE TO EXHIBITORS & ADVERTISERS

Advertising Space Available: The 2002 Annual Convention of the ABPsi will be attended by a wide variety of professionals and university students. Reserve space in the program booklet. For individuals, the Inside Front and Back Cover is $500; The Inside Front and Back Page is $400; a Full Page is $200; a Half Page is $125; a Quarter Page is $50 and a Business Card is $25. For institutions, organizations, and businesses the rates are: A Full Page is $750.00, a Half Page is $500.00, a Quarter Page is $250, and a business card is $100.00. (There are additional charges for photographs).

Vendor/Exhibitor Space: Displays and sales will occur from Wednesday through Saturday. The cost is $100.00 per day. Interested Vendors/Exhibitors should send a SASE to: Program Committee, The ABPsi, PO Box 55999, Washington, DC 20040-5999. Watch Psych Discourse for more information.

2002 Convention Highlights

Four-Points Sheraton-San Diego, CA

(858-277-8888 for reservations;

the hotel will sell out and Convention rates close July 15, 2002)

August 4-11, 2002

(Presidential Opening is Wednesday, August 7, 2002; Meetings and Professional Development Workshops are prior.)

Plans are well under way for the 34^th annual convention of the ABPsi. Presentation proposals have been received from all across the country and Africa, from students, practicing professionals and our honored elders. Every aspect of the 2002 theme, “The World Wide Web of African/Black Psychology: From Antiquity to the Present” is represented. Presentations offer theories and techniques for accomplishing the conference goal of “Developing Cultural Competencies in Working with People of African Ancestry.” Read on for a “sneak preview” of what awaits you and your family at the 2002 ABPsi Convention.

Pre-Convention Workshops include a day and half workshop by Dr. Asa Hillard entitled “Issues Related to the Instructional Validity of Testing and Assessment-and Other School Roles” (Tues. and Wed., August 6 & 7. Additional fee); The African Psychology Institute is planning a multifaceted full day workshop and participants earn credit towards an API degree (Sat. August 10. Additional fee). “For members only” the Leadership Workshop (no fee) will be on Wed. Aug. 7. Plans are also underway for interaction with the San Diego community.

Presentations include: a Think Tank entitled “Black School Psychologists Uniting to Safeguard Our Children” lead by Gina Gordon-Lopez, MA and Brandon E. Gamble, MS; a Mini Workshop, “Substance Abuse Relapse Prevention-Self Empowerment Training Program” lead by Paris N. Finner-Williams, Ph.D., L.P., Esq.; a Poster presentation by Shalonda Kelly, Ph.D. on the “Analysis & Validation of the African Self-Consciousness Scale: Implications for African American Mental Health”; Denise M. Williams Johnson, Ph.D. plans to present the Symposium “The Use of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing with Clients of Color”; Papers such as “An Exploratory Analysis of Dietary Behavior Among African Americans” by Shawn Thompson, Ph.D., Naa Kwate, Ph.D. and Reggie Ruckers, M.S.; and A Panel Discussion on “Reparations: Healing the Rupture, Easing the Pain” will be lead by Wade W. Nobles, Ph.D. (all papers and panels are included in the registration).

With over 50 abstracts submitted, the five days will be filled with informative, thought provoking and energizing presentations. So, come early, stay late, or “play hooky” one afternoon to enjoy San Diego, one of the most popular tourist spots in the country. The Four-Points is a beautiful hotel with a swimming pool, 9-hole golf course, etc., and shuttle service to the San Diego Zoo, Sea World and other attractions. Or, leave the country and take a day trip to Mexico.

Watch for more conference information in the next issue of Psych Discourse, and plan to bring the family and friends and have the “working vacation” you’ll remember for a long time.

- Evelyn Young

THE ASSOCIATION OF BLACK PSYCHOLOGISTS

Thirty-Fourth Annual Convention

August 4 - August 11, 2002

(Presidential opening: Wednesday evening, August 7)

At the luxurious Four-Point Sheraton, San Diego, California (858-277-8888)

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Professional Books From Cobb & Henry Publishers*

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Black Psychology 4^th Edition. Retaining classic and watershed chapters on the need for a Black psychology, historical perspectives on the psychology of African Americans, African philosophy, Black self concept, psychologically healthy Black adults, language behavior, psychotherapy and several theoretical perspectives, the Fourth Edition of Black Psychology (33 chapters) includes New Chapters on worldview, spirituality and religion, resilience, racial socialization, intelligence, racial identity development, rites of passage, enhancing cognitive performance, organizational development, mental health, psychology in the community; and a symposium on African psychology. Revised Chapters include new research and perspectives on nonverbal behavior, African American strengths, value of psychophysiological methods, IQ and personality testing, racism, counseling, and research. 600+ pages. Available Spring 2002. ISBN 0-943539-14-5. $55.00** regular or $39.95 prepaid.

Handbook of Tests and Measurements for Black Populations (two Volumes). More than 100 validated and developing tests, measures and approaches for assessing children, youth and adults are presented in detail in 86 chapters. Complete tests and measures (including scoring) are available in virtually all instances. Volume 1 includes measures for infants, children and youth and measures of parental attitudes and values and family dynamics. 553 pages. ISBN 0-943539-07-2. $65.00** regular or $34.95 prepaid. Volume 2 includes measures of worldview, spirituality, acculturation, life experiences and value, racial identity, stress, racism and coping and measures for mental health service delivery 652 pages. ISBN 0-943539-08-0. $75.00** regular or $44.95 prepaid. Two Volume Set 1,205 pages. ISBN 0-943539-06-4. $125.00** regular or $74.95 prepaid.

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Announcements

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2002 Chapter Challenge

The 2002 Chapter Challenge was initiated at the January Board meeting when the members generously purchased Ads to be placed in the San Diego Souvenir Program Book. Each chapter is asked to participate by purchasing a full or half page Chapter Ad and each member is likewise asked to purchase a personal Ad or become a patron/supporter. Then, invite family and friends to be patrons and solicit ads from business associates and local merchants. To date, Chicago, Jacksonville, North Florida and Detroit are among the chapters participating. The Chapter with the strongest representation will be recognized at the Annual Memorial Luncheon. Support the ABPsi and show your chapter pride by contributing to the 2002 Chapter Challenge. (Be sure to include your chapter on the application form.) For Applications, contact you chapter president or regional representative, or, log-on to www.ABPsi.org.

Wanted!

Teaching Materials for Courses on Black/African/African American Psychology

Reginald Jones is collecting course outlines for courses on Black/African/African American Psychology, as well as outlines for standard courses (i.e. intro, social, developmental, abnormal, educational, etc.) that have a Black/African/African American slant, focus or orientation. Copies or references to exercises, films, tests, audiotapes, simulations, games, role-plays and other media or materials used as course supplements would also be appreciated.

The results will be shared with all contributors and made available to others.

Please send materials to:

Reginald Jones

1 Sutton Place

Hampton, VA 23666

Telephone: (800) 909-9805 or (757) 873-1310

FAX: 757-827-1060

E-mail: Cobbhenry@aol.com

Psych Discourse Editor Search

Editor and Publisher: Psych Discourse: The Monthly NewsJournal of The Association of Black Psychologists. The Association of Black Psychologists seeks an Editor for its monthly newsjournal, Psych Discourse. Psych Discourse is published monthly although two months are sometimes combined into a single issue. Requirements: The successful candidate must have editing and desktop publishing skills and the ability to produce 24 to 64 pages of camera-ready text for each monthly (or bi-monthly) issue. Expertise in spreadsheet programs (e.g., Excel) and word processing are essential. The editor should have excellent keyboard (typing) skills. Photography skills and website design are a plus. Currently, Psych Discourse is published using MS Word. The editor will have access to electronic files of past issues, but is encouraged to develop his or her unique approach to publishing the newsjournal. The successful candidate will be expected to include regular outreach for advertisers. The position provides a substantial editor stipend plus expenses. Interested parties may contact Darlene DeFour at ddefour@hunter.cuny.edu or in care of the National Office of The ABPsi. Starting date: immediate or until the position is filled.

Grant Writers Wanted!

GRANT WRITERS! THE ASSOCIATION OF BLACK PSYCHOLOGISTS is in need of Grant writers to write grants for the Association. We invite you to commit to assist our Association in remaining fiscally stable. You would work closely with the Grants Committee of the ABPsi Board of Directors. Grants are available to organizations such as ours but we often receive notices with turn around times of only two months. Grant money is available but must be applied for promptly. ABPsi could benefit if we had a core of grant writers in place. The Black community needs the research and services of Black psychologists. We encourage you to help us move to our rightful place as leaders! If you are interested in becoming more involved with the heart and soul of ABPsi, please let us know. Please send letters of intent with a copy of your resume to: Ms. Judy Ross, National Treasurer, The ABPsi, P.O. Box 55999, Washington, D.C., 20040-5999.

Post Docs

FELLOWSHIP IN MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH: The Centers for Mental Healthcare Research at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System offers VA- and NIMH-sponsored fellowships in mental health services research. The training program is designed to prepare Ph.D. and M.D. fellows for independent investigation in the areas of access, utilization, quality of care, outcomes assessment and cost-effectiveness. Centers research is concentrated in five clinical areas: dementia, depression, schizophrenia, substance abuse and comorbidity. Annual stipends are $37,000. Supplemental funding is made available for research ($7,000) and travel expenses ($1,000). Applicants are requested to submit (1) a current curriculum vitae; (2) a brief overview of their areas of research interest, short-term (fellowship) objectives and long-term (career) goals; and (3) three letters of recommendation. To be eligible, an individual must be a United States citizen or admitted for permanent residence. For further information please contact: Geoffrey Curran, Ph.D., VA HSR&D CeMHOR (152/NLR), 2200 Fort Roots Drive, North Little Rock, AR 72114. telephone: (501) 257-1808; email: currangeoffreym@uarms.edu. EOE. For more information, visit the following site: http://www.uams.edu/cmhrpostdoc. [AR1]

Student Circle Contact Information

The current members of the Central Committee of the Student Circle are as follows:

Satira Streeter, Virginia Consortium

Chairperson

satira@juno.com

Erica Lewis, Teacher’s College, Columbia

Chairperson Elect

El117@columbia.edu

Eleanor Seaton, Temple University

Secretary

eseaton@astro.temple.edu

Tanika Brew, Loyola College, Maryland

Eastern Regional Representative

msbrew@hotmail.com

Tima Smith, The Wright Institute

Western Regional Representative

FUNMI5@hotmail.com

Tani Breckenridge, Fisk University

Midwestern Regional Representative

tlbrecken@hotmail.com

Neico S. Slater-Sa-Ra

Southern Regional Representative

Yeye_Neico@aol.com

Nneka Onyezia, Yale University

Eastern Undergraduate Regional Representative

Nneka.onyezia@yale.edu

Yaa Bandele, Spelman College

Southern Undergraduate Regional Representative

Mamayaya1@aol.com

Keteku Yaw

University of Ghana Representative

yawktk@hotmail.com

Mentoring Students

Are you interested in being a Jegna (mentor) to an ABPsi student? The Student Circle is currently developing a Jegnaship mentoring program and is looking for professional Association members willing to provide guidance and encouragement to student members. If you would like to be enrolled in the program as either a Jegna, a short-term Consultant, or both, please contact a Jegnaship Committee member today. Thanks!

The Jegnaship Committee

George Leary – Committee Chairperson

(410) 594-1733

gleary1@umbc.edu

Maya Haynes – Eastern Regional Coordinator

deltadiva92@hotmail.com

Tani Breckenridge – Southern Regional Coordinator

(850) 350-9930

tlbrecken@hotmail.com

Dana Cunningham – Midwestern Regional Coordinator

(618) 529-7183

ladyc5000@aol.com

Kamau Imarogbe – Western Regional Coordinator

(718) 573-6355 h, (718) 965-0796 w

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COMPUTATIONAL VISION / VISUAL COGNITION -- THE DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AND THE COGNITIVE SCIENCE PROGRAM AT MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY invite applications for a tenure-system position at the rank of assistant or Associate Professor. We are seeking candidates who study vision or visual cognition by combining computational modeling or hardware implementation with behavioral, psychophysical, and/or cognitive neuroscience techniques. The successful candidate will be appointed by Psychology, and will be affiliated with Cognitive Science and a newly funded NSF IGERT (Integrative Graduate Education and Research Training) grant in cognitive science (http://cogsic,msu.edu/). Individuals pursuing research in areas such as (but not limited to) visual attention, eye movement control, visually guided action, reading, spatial navigation, object recognition, and scene perception are encouraged to apply. Women and minority-group candidates are strongly urged to apply. The position begins August 16, 2002. Review of applications will begin March 1, 2002. Send a letter of application, vitae, (p)reprints and three letters of reference to: John M. Henderson, Chair, Computational Vision Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Michigan State University, 121 Psychology Research Building, East Lansing, MI 48824-1117. MSU is an AA/EO employer. (MI1a)

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY – DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AND THE JULIAN SAMORA RESEARCH INSTITUTE: PSYCHOLOGY/LATINO(A) STUDIES-DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHOLOGY AND THE JULIAN SAMORA RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY invite applications for a tenure-system position at the rank of Assistant Professor specializing in Chicano(A)/Latino(A) studies. The candidate will be jointly appointed by Psychology, the tenure home department, and the Julian Samora Research Institute, the Midwest’s premier policy research and outreach center to the Hispanic community. Applicants with a Ph.D. in any area of Psychology will be considered; women and minority-group candidates are strongly urged to apply. The individual must have a strong research program capable of attracting extramural support. In addition to teaching in the Department of Psychology, the candidate will work with graduate and undergraduate students in an advisory capacity, and participate in other faculty activities including student mentoring. The position involves 50% teaching release for the first three years to allow work to advance the Institute’s mission, to promote the generation of scholarship on Latino(a)s, and The position begins August 16, 2002 (pending final administrative approval). Salary and rank will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin March 1, 2002 and continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Send a letter of application, vitae, reprints and three letters of reference to: William S. Davidson II, Chair, Chicano(a)/Latino(a) Studies Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Michigan State University, 129 Psychology Research Building, East Lansing, MI 48824-1117. MSU is an AA/EO employer. (MI1b)

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR/LECTURER: The Department of Psychology at Wright State University invites applications for the position of assistant professor (tenure track) / lecturer (non-tenure track). Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in Psychology for the assistant professor position and must have a Masters degree in Psychology for the lecturer position. The successful candidate must have evidence of a strong commitment to teaching undergraduates. Area of specialty is open. Courses to be taught will be selected from a range of fundamental courses such as Introduction to Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, Counseling Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Personality, and Social Psychology as well as specialty courses such as Divorce, Human Sexuality, Psychology and the Environment, and Psychology and the Law (or other courses in the applicant’s area of interest). Additionally, the opportunity to interact with the newly created African and African-American Studies program is available. The successful candidate will also assume a leadership role in the recruitment and retention of ethnic minority students and must have evidence of a strong commitment to these activities. Wright State University has a cultural center to serve African-American students and another center to serve Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans. Because most of the ethnic minorities in the Dayton area are African-American, applicants who have experience with the recruitment and retention of African-American students are especially encouraged to apply. The Department of Psychology has a Ph.D. program in Human Factors and Industrial/Organizational Psychology. In addition, Wright State University has a School of Professional Psychology that offers a Doctor of Psychology degree. A curriculum vita and three letters of recommendation should be sent to: Kevin B. Bennett, Chair, Assistant Professor/Lecturer Search Committee, Department of Psychology, Wright State Univesrity, Dayton, OH 45435-0001. Formal review of applications will begin April 1, 2002, but applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Wright State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. [MI2]

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[1] Deliberate attempts to erase and/or otherwise disguise an idea’s origins or the historical contributions of African people (4).

[2] Blacks are deficient with respect to intelligence, cognitive style, and family structure (5).

[3] Derived from French, meaning “to become Black” (47).

[4] Sankofa means “to go back and fetch what has been lost or stolen” (91).

[5] Ma’at is “a code of conduct and a standard of aspiration” (97).

[6] Praxis is “maximum congruence between thought and practice” (119).

[7] Ore-Ire is “a Yoruba term that means to have one’s consciousness properly aligned with one’s destiny” (129).

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