Tarika Rajcoomar

Tarika Rajcoomar

Tarika Rajcoomar joined the PsySSA Student Division in 2022, as the Chairperson of the Transformation Subcommittee. In the year 2023 she began working with the Multidisciplinary Subcommittee as an additional member. She is an aspiring clinical psychologist. She is currently studying a Bachelor of Social Sciences Majoring in Psychology and Counselling at the South African College of Psychology. She has a particular interest in the decolonisation of psychological research and practice as well understanding how systems of oppression impact mental health.

Shazia Ismail Mia

Shazia Ismail Mia

Shazia Mia, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree with majors in Psychology and International Relations from the University of Witwatersrand, as well as a Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Psychology, is a dedicated individual with a strong commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others. With a genuine passion for assisting others, Shazia has dedicated her time to working at a center for autistic children. Looking ahead, Shazia has ambitious plans to advance her education, setting her sights on a Master’s in Clinical Psychology.

Abigail De Lange

Abigail De Lange

Abigail De Lange has completed her degree in senior phase English Home Language, Life Orientation and Creative Arts education. She is passionate about helping learners overcome their learning challenges by providing a space that encourages creativity and critical thinking skills. She has completed a Bachelor’s Degree (University of the Western Cape), a Bachelor of Social Science Honours (South African College of Applied Psychology) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (University of Cape Town). She is working towards gaining her Masters in Educational Psychology. She joined the PsySSA Student Division in 2023 as the Western Cape Regional Representative, currently she has been appointed as an Additional Member within the PsySSA Student Division Executive Committee.

Selaelo Debang

Selaelo Debang

Selaelo Debang initially joined the PsySSA Student Division in 2022 as the Limpopo Regional Representative. Currently, he is a mentee within the 2023 PsySSA SD National Mentorship Programme and has been appointed as an Additional Member for the 2024 PsySSA Student Division Executive Committee. he is currently completing a Master of Arts degree in Psychology at the University of Limpopo. He has obtained both his Honours degree in psychology and Bachelor’s Degree in Criminology and Psychology at the University of Limpopo. He is an aspiring Clinical Psychologist, with an interest in Substance addiction, behavioural addiction, and traumatic stress.

Casey Fredericks

Casey Fredericks

Casey Fredericks initially joined the PsySSA Student Division (SD) as a mentee within the National Mentorship Programme, where she later went on to become a mentor and was also appointed secretary within the SD’s Research into Student Empowerment subcommittee. Casey is the appointed treasurer for the PsySSA SD’s upcoming tenure. Casey is a Psychology Honours graduate from the University of Cape Town (UCT), where she also completed her undergraduate degree with majors in Psychology and English. Casey is an aspiring Clinical Psychologist, and she is currently a clinical research intern at the UCT HIV Mental Health Research Unit and a tutor within the UCT Psychology Department.