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Join the Society for Child and Family Policy and Practice in our commitment to the application of psychological knowledge to advocacy, social justice, service delivery and public policies affecting children, youth and families in a diverse and inclusive society.
Greetings! Thank you for visiting the website of the APA’s Society for Child and Family Policy and Practice (Division 37). Our APA Division combines the collective energies of psychologists and allied professionals who are dedicated to supporting children and families. Our members accomplish this vital work by serving children and families directly, by conducting cutting-edge research to inform best practices, and/or by advocating for policies that benefit children and families at the local, state, and federal level.
Publications
Section on Child Maltreatment Newsletter
Stay informed of the Section’s initiatives, public policy, research, practice and case law relating to child maltreatment.
Advances in Child and Family Policy and Practice
Div. 37 members receive access to this SpringerBrief publication on issues related to social policy and services for children, youth and families.
Resources
Resources for Early Career Psychologists
Explore resources related to the job market, professional development, work-life balance, and award opportunities.
Child and Family/Advocacy Resources
Discover resources such as handouts with childrearing tips, curriculum guides on child maltreatment, and resources for evidence-based practice.
Section on Child Maltreatment
The Section on Child Maltreatment (Section I of Div. 37 of the APA) was established in 1994 to support and promote scientific inquiry, training, professional practice, and advocacy in the area of child maltreatment.
DREAM Special Interest Group
Diverse Racial Ethnic and Multicultural SIG
Learn more and consider joining the DREAM SIG in its work to support children, youth, and families from historically underrepresented diverse populations and communities.
Div. 37 co-sponsors this website, which seeks to promote healthy child and family development by highlighting science-based information for those who care for, or work with, children.
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