Become part of a dynamic division where your ideas and contributions are valued. You can:

• Join a Task Force or Committee: Work alongside others to promote feminist initiatives and advocate for the psychology of women.

• Engage in Meaningful Dialogue: Connect with members from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

• Step into Leadership: Take an active role in steering the direction of the division.

• Check out our Div. 35 Executive Committee Roster for contact details for officers, committee chairs, student representatives, and task force leaders.

At SPW, we believe in the transformative power of mentorship. Our Mentor Match Program connects members with experienced mentors who share a feminist perspective. While applications are currently closed, we encourage you to consider joining in the future. When the program reopens, all Div. 35 members can apply to become a mentor or request mentorship.

For inquiries, please contact:

• Monica Ellis-Blied, PhD

• Martha Bergen, PhD
  Co-Chairs, SPW Mentor Match Program Task Force

SPW is home to several active committees focused on diverse topics in the psychology of women. Check out our Div. 35 Executive Committee Roster to find the committee that aligns with your passions, or reach out to the current president to discuss creating a new committee.

SPW also has specialized task forces dedicated to advancing specific issues and initiatives affecting women. You can learn more about these task forces and find contact information for the task force chairs on our website.

SPW features several sections that focus on the unique experiences of different groups of women, including:

• Section I: The Psychology of Black Women

• Section III: Concerns of Hispanic Women/Latinas

• Section IV: Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Concerns

• Section V: Psychology of Asian Pacific American Women

• Section VI: Alaska Native/American Indian/Indigenous Women

Each section has a dedicated leadership committee and various ways to get involved.

Graduate students have a unique opportunity to engage with SPW and gain leadership experience. In addition to participating in committees, task forces, and sections, students can apply to be Campus Representatives, advocating for feminist psychology at their institutions. There is also the opportunity to apply for the position of Graduate Student Representative, where you’ll receive mentorship and support to shape your future leadership within the division.