INHS CONFERENCE 2024 – Abstract Submission Extension – 31 July

INHS CONFERENCE 2024 – Abstract Submission Extension – 31 July

Abstract Submission Extension!

The abstract submission deadline for the INHS Conference has been further extended to 31 July 2024!

Don’t miss this chance to share your research and insights at this prestigious event. Submit your abstracts now!

CBTASA Congress 2024

CBTASA Congress 2024

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Association of South Africa: Congress 2024

This inaugural event promises to be a remarkable gathering of leading experts, professionals, and educators in the field of cognitive behavioural therapy. Our esteemed line-up of speakers has made significant contributions to the field and have been carefully selected to provide insights that will greatly contribute to the understanding and use of cognitive behavioural therapy.

In addition to captivating keynote presentations and insightful panel discussions, we have also curated an impressive array of educational workshops and interactive sessions that allow participants to delve deeper into specific topics. These hands-on experiences will empower you with practical skills that can be immediately integrated into your professional practice and/or working environment. Attendees will have the privilege of immersing themselves in a stimulating environment where knowledge is shared, innovations are explored, and relationships are forged.

The congress seeks to emphasise:

–        fostering the transferability and accessibility of skills
–        addressing the unique psychotherapeutic requirements within the African context
–        a wide array of stimulating discussions
–        curated symposia and interactive sessions

Furthermore, as technology continues its rapid advancement towards transforming every aspect of our lives, it is essential for professionals in the field of cognitive behavioural therapy to stay ahead. The CBTASA Congress in 2024 serves as an unparalleled opportunity for individuals seeking growth within this dynamic landscape. Join us at this prestigious event as we explore new frontiers in cognitive behavioural therapy including cutting-edge technologies and artificial intelligence.

Awards Nominations 2024

Awards Nominations 2024

The PsySSA Awards Standing Committee is thrilled to announce the opening of nominations for this year’s Annual PsySSA Awards! These awards are an opportunity to celebrate and recognize our colleagues who have made significant contributions to the field of psychology.

This year’s awards include:

  1. The Awarding of a Fellowship: The award is a lifetime achievement award in recognition of a person that has dedicated his/her life to Psychology in South Africa.
  2. Award for the World of Work: This prize is awarded to an individual who has developed, refined, and implemented practices, procedures, policies and methods that have impacted on both people in work settings and the profession of psychology.
  3. Award for Mentoring and Development: This prize is awarded in recognition of mentoring and developing the careers/studies of students, psychologists or colleagues.
  4. Award for Science: This prize is awarded in recognition of a significant contribution to psychological science by a current or past scholar or team of scholars.
  5. Award for Community Service: This prize is awarded to psychologists working in any area of clinical specialisation, health services provision, or consulting, and services provided to any patient population or professional clientele in a community setting.
  6. Award for Public Service: This prize is awarded to an individual who has developed, refined, and implemented practices, procedures and methods that had or have an impact on both people in public service settings and the profession of psychology.
  7. Award for Undergraduate Teaching Excellence and/or Graduate Teaching Excellence: This prize is awarded to individuals who have sustained experience in a university requiring substantial teaching responsibilities in Psychology.
  8. Award for Practice: This prize is awarded to a practitioner who has made a significant impact in his/her practice, and or community through facilitating the healthy functioning of persons/communities.

Please submit the completed form with the other documentation required to the PsySSA Executive Director, Dr Fatima Seedat: fatima@psyssa.com to arrive no later than 30 August 2024.

The completed form and associated documentation may be sent as follows:
• An email with attachments (Word or PDF documents).

PsySSA Executive Committee Member Nominations 2024/2026

PsySSA Executive Committee Member Nominations 2024/2026

The PsySSA Nominations Committee wishes to advise that the President-Elect position and an Additional Member position on the PsySSA Executive Committee will become vacant at the forthcoming 29th AGM:
  1. President-Elect, who will serve for one year before assuming the role of President at the conclusion of the 30th AGM in 2025.
  2. Additional Member, who will serve for a period of two years.

All nominations with supporting documentation should be emailed to the Chair of the Nominations Committee, Prof Garth Stevens, at nominations@psyssa.com by 30 August 2024.

For more information, see below: