by PsySSA-Web Support | Oct 11, 2024
Pakeezah Rajab is a HPCSA-registered Research Psychologist and Psychometrist, employed as the Senior Researcher at JVR Psychometrics. Her PhD topic (University of Pretoria) was non-intellectual factors that influence mathematics performance in South Africa. She has experience applying psychometric results to a variety of contexts, including schools, private practice, higher education, and corporate environments. Pakeezah has worked on numerous projects that developed, validated and/or standardised assessments for use by the South African population – including aptitude, personality, values, career guidance and emotional intelligence. Her research interests include cognitive functioning, student performance and assessment development.
by PsySSA-Web Support | Oct 11, 2024
Avivit Cherrington is an educational psychologist with expertise in community development and system-level programmes for mental health and well-being. She is currently an independent consultant and a Research Associate with Nelson Mandela University, supervising postgraduate students aligned to the Chair for Critical Studies in Higher Education Transformation (CriSHET). She was senior lecturer and BEdHonours Programme Co-ordinator at School of Education, STADIO Private Higher Education and has consulted to various private education institutions on curriculum reviews and research capacity development. Her research has focused on understanding and fostering well-being and hope from an Afrocentric lens, as well as promoting critical thinking and engaged humanising pedagogy in teacher education programmes to foster future teachers who are agents of transformative social change. She served two consecutive terms as Chair of the Community and Social Psychology (CaSP) Division and is currently the Deputy-Chair.
by PsySSA-Web Support | Oct 11, 2024
Nick Malherbe is a researcher at the Institute for Social and Health Sciences, University of South Africa & South African Medical Research Council-University of South Africa Masculinity and Health Research Unit. His research interests include community psychology, violence, visual methods, and culture.
by PsySSA-Web Support | Oct 8, 2024
Angelina Maphula is a Clinical Psychologist and an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Health Science at the University of Venda. As an academic, her role involves teaching, research and supervision of post graduate students in the field of psychology. She has published more than 20 journal articles both nationally and internationally and is known for her impactful community engagement. Angelina has worked in various research projects and is part of various international research collaborations. Her research interest areas include Trauma, HIV/AIDS and mental health. A founder of Prof Angie Foundation – focusing on young people to bring practical solutions. She is currently doing her post-doctoral studies with UCLA in Los Angeles where her focus is on Trauma. She has served previously as vice chair in the DRM division.
by PsySSA-Web Support | Nov 15, 2023
Dr Kemoneilwe Momi Metsing is a registered Educational Psychologist, currently practicing and enriching the field with her profound insights and expertise. She holds a distinctive reputation as a registered practitioner and a registered expert witness with the South African Medico Legal Association (SAMLA), coupled with a resounding passion for Neurodiversity and Inclusive Education. Her fervour primarily lies with learners with Special Educational Needs (LSEN). Advancing Educational inclusivity, Community development, Intercultural and Diversity management is at the heart of Dr. Kemoneilwe Metsing’s philosophy.
