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Janet Hurwich, Ph.D.
CPA President 2010
(drhurwich@mac.com)
President’s Goals 2010 (.ppt file)
My first goal is to set measurable, achievable objectives for myself and to work with CPA Leadership to do the same. I am committed to working with the Executive Committee, Chapter leadership, and Division and Committee leaders to help them set and achieve goals that will help move CPA forward.
These objectives are intended to allow members to access information about what CPA is doing, to allow us to measure success, to support each other’s work and lay the foundation for future work.
1. Increasing Information Sharing and Collaboration within CPA
I cannot overestimate the importance of finding ways to more efficiently share information between Chapters, Divisions and Committees. I believe that by sharing knowledge we create the opportunity to easily develop joint projects.
The concept of “members helping members,” has the potential to create new energy, creativity, interest and involvement in CPA activities.
Here are some examples of projects already underway:
- CPAid – A committee formed to provide services to psychologists who are living and working in a disaster area. The committee began with six committee co-chairs of Public Education, CLASP and DRN. Recently we were joined by a CPAGS representative and have extended an invitation to Division Vll for one of their members to join CPAid as a liaison.
- Chapter Presidents’ Chat. This monthly call began in January and came about as a result of an expressed need. Dr. Jo Linder-Crow and I host the call, which will cover a wide range of topics. With permission, these calls will be recorded and be made available to all Chapter Presidents.
- The Government Affairs Committee Steering Committee (GACS) is distributing meeting minutes to GAC representatives and Division chairs one week after each meeting. This should keep people informed about GACS activities in a timely manner.
Work in Progress:
- At the Feb 6thBoard meeting I asked that Board members share the projects they are currently working on. This impressive list should be available in the meeting minutes.
2. Living Diversity
CPA’s statement on diversity is quoted below:
“In principal and in practice, CPA values and seeks a diverse membership. CPA treats all people with respect and without discrimination and promotes full participation irrespective of gender, gender identity, race, religion, ethnicity, culture, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, language, or socioeconomic status. CPA implements and adheres to policies and procedures that discourage harassment and other behaviors that infringe upon the freedom and respect that every individual deserves.”
My goal is for CPA, its Chapters, Divisions and Committees to strive to develop membership, programs and activities that consistently reflect our statement on diversity. Membership development and retention is dependent on CPA providing relevant programs and services to all of our members. Listed below are some of the items that are relevant to the idea of “living Diversity.”
Already Underway:
- At the 2010 convention, there will be a number of LGBT education sessions and a master lecturer, Dr. Ritch Savin-Williams. In addition, we are offering the LGBT community a place and a time to meet with each other at Convention.
- Perhaps for the first time, we will have a Master Lecturer, Dr. Rhoda Olkin, who will be speaking about disability issues. There will be another workshop on hearing loss.
- Division VII of CPA will be presenting a Diversity Institute at the convention on Thursday, April 15th. Later the same day, Division Vll will host the CPA Diversity Townhall Meeting.
3. Leadership and Succession Planning
While each president must focus on what can be achieved in one short year, it is incumbent on all of us to prepare for the future.
Already Underway:
- While he was President of CPA, Dr. Miguel Gallardo secured a CAPP grant for leadership development. Currently, we are in discussion about a Fall workshop.
- We have our annual Leadership and Advocacy Workshop, planned for March 21-23. The GAC Steering committee is working on the program, and we are grateful to our generous sponsors, Division 1. Without this sponsorship, we would not be able to fund the two-day workshop and the overnight stays for attendees. More information can be found elsewhere on this website.
- A number of CPA members give up their time to speak to graduate students about the importance of joining CPA. This year we will be keeping a log of those presentations. If you speak to graduate students, please let Dr. Jo Linder-Crow know the basic details (jlindercrow@cpapsych.org).
4. Increasing Public knowledge about Psychology
Underway, and “Changing up”
- Introduction of the Mandatory Helmet Law for Skiing/Snowboarding.
- Public Education– This year has seen an increase in committee members and lots of activity. The co-chairs are Dr Jana Martin and Dr. Michael Ritz. For more information contact Dr. Michael Ritz m.ritzphd@gmail.com
- PHWA—Dr. Lisa Osborne has stepped into the role of Chair of this Committee and is investigating the possibility of identifying minority owned businesses for the PHWA award for 2011.
- Speakers’ Bureau--This was “fully stocked” some years ago, but not so active recently. It is currently being revitalized by Dr. Michael Ritz.
In the Future:
- I would like to have CPA offer a workshop to train psychologists about writing Op Ed’s for newspapers. I believe that writing for the news media is critical component to educating the public about psychology, and earning their support.
- The Foundation is a critical component to CPA. It is through the Foundation that we can raise money to fund projects to support good work in our communities and increase CPA’s visibility in California.
5. Developing Diverse Revenue Streams
Under consideration:
- As I said above, the Foundation is key to developing outside funding for CPA’s community projects. To be successful, we will need to focus on how best to match potential donors to our activities.
- I would like to put together an Ad Hoc Financial Advisory Committee which would include outside business people, financial consultants and people experienced with development for non-profit organizations.
6. Examining the Function of CPA
This issue is complex and has been under discussion for some time. Some of you may have heard about a Blue Ribbon Panel that is being formed. I believe this is such an important issue that perhaps we should “go slow to go fast.” For that reason, I will be talking to some of the primary stakeholders over the next few months to more clearly define the task, the method and the participants.
7. Increased Clout in Sacramento
- Two things speak loud in Sacramento; votes and money. To increase our clout means that we must increase the number of psychologists we represent.
- Increasing PAC money, I have requested 100% Board Member support of CPA’s PAC.
- We need to hone our lobbying and advocacy skills, We will continue to work on this at the Leadership and Advocacy Workshop (March 21-23, 2010 in Sacramento) and, as mentioned above, the GACS will communicate with GAC representatives on a regular basis.
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