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What is PsySSA?
The Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) is a national professional association representing Psychology professionals. PsySSA advances South African psychology as a science and profession of global stature and promotes psychological praxis as relevant, proactive and responsive to societal needs and well-being.
INHS 2024 Cape Town, South Africa
The upcoming International Network for Hate Studies (INHS) conference, co-hosted by the University of South Africa (UNISA) and the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA), is scheduled to take place from 25 to 27 November 2024 in Cape Town, South Africa. This is the first time the conference will be held in the Southern Hemisphere. The theme for this year is “Dynamics of Hate: Examining Interdisciplinary Perspectives.” It will bring together scholars, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners to discuss hate-related issues such as hate crime, extremism, victim support, and counter-extremism measures.
The conference will feature paper presentations, panel discussions, and roundtables to foster interdisciplinary dialogue aimed at addressing hate and hostility in society. Registration for the event is open, and submissions for abstracts are encouraged from various fields related to hate studies.
This conference provides a valuable platform for participants to contribute to global efforts in understanding and combating hate while also networking with like-minded professionals from around the world
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All About PsySSA
Information on Divisions, Standing Committees, Interests Groups, Council, and the Executive.
Membership
Membership categories, membership benefits, fees, professional indemnity, and renewals.
Webinars
Explore engaging webinars for professional growth in psychology here.
Congress
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CPD Accreditation
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Divisional Pages
Explore divisions: specialised psychology sectors within the PsySSA network.
Job Listings
When available, job listings may be viewed here.
SAGE Journal
South African Journal of Psychology
The South African Journal of Psychology publishes peer-reviewed contributions in English from all fields of psychology. Whilst the emphasis is on empirical research, the journal also accepts theoretical and methodological papers, review articles, short communications, book reviews, and letters commenting on articles published in the journal.
Impact Factor
The SAJP’s most recent Impact Factor: 1.9
Editor in Chief
Norman Duncan, Professor Emeritus, University of Pretoria
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SAJP Aims & Scope
The South African Journal of Psychology (SAJP) is the official journal of the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA). The SAJP publishes peer-reviewed contributions in English from all fields of psychology. Whilst the emphasis is on empirical research, the journal also accepts theoretical and methodological papers, review articles, book reviews, and short commentaries, including commentaries on articles published in the journal. Priority is given to articles relevant to Africa and the psychological issues pertinent to this context.
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PsySSA Social Media Platforms
In today’s digital era, establishing an online presence is imperative for organisations like PsySSA. Social media platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, WhatsApp, and Instagram are invaluable tools not only for connecting with our members but also for reaching out to the broader community. Active engagement on these platforms cultivates collaboration, knowledge sharing, and alignment with industry regulations, ultimately enhancing the practice of psychology. For direct access to PsySSA’s social media platforms, please see the following links below: