PsySSA Congress 2023

The 27th Annual Psychology Congress – 2023 was a transformative event where psychologists, academics, and students came together to dive deep into cutting-edge research and explore innovative approaches in the field of psychology. The congress provided a unique platform for thought-provoking conversations on topics like healing justice, systemic oppression, and intergenerational trauma. Attendees had the opportunity to expand their knowledge, network with professionals, and contribute to the advancement of psychological practice in South Africa. PsySSA Congress 2023 was a valuable experience that left a lasting impact on all those who participated. Join us for future events to continue your journey of discovery and growth!

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Reflecting on the 27th Annual Psychology Congress: Volunteers Share Their Experiences

The students' reflections on the PsySSA Congress collectively convey a sense of profound personal and professional growth. They express their aspirations to engage with psychologists and academics, highlighting the conference as a means to actualize these dreams....

27th Annual Psychology Congress Student Division (SD)

Oct 24, 2023

Update on the 27th Annual Psychology Congress

As a valued delegate, your attendance has earned you Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points, which are instrumental for maintaining your registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA). We are pleased to announce that the CPD point verification process is currently underway.

27th Annual Psychology Congress

Oct 23, 2023

The Unsettling Knowledge Project on Gendered and Sexual Violence

At the 27th Annual Psychology Congress, the Unsettling Knowledge Project on Gendered and Sexual Violence shared its ongoing work, which includes a multifaceted exploration of gendered and sexual violence, emphasizing the perspectives of black women, activists,...

27th Annual Psychology Congress Crisis Intervention

Oct 6, 2023

Therapies for Healing Justice: Redressing Systemic Oppression and Intergenerational Trauma

In the panel discussion on "Therapies for Healing Justice: Redressing Systemic Oppression and Intergenerational Trauma," the panelists, including renowned experts in the field, delved into the critical importance of therapeutic approaches in addressing systemic oppression and intergenerational trauma.

27th Annual Psychology Congress

Oct 4, 2023

27th Annual Psychology Congress. Conversations graphically captured by Roy Blumenthal

Roy Blumenthal is a visual artist who specializes in the creation of live sketchnotes during talks, presentations, and events. His unique approach involves simultaneously displaying his visual summaries on screens of the same size as the speaker's presentation,...

27th Annual Psychology Congress

Oct 4, 2023

Global Indigenous Psychologies: movement toward healing historical harms: Reflections from the presenters

In the first Invited Panel, Global Indigenous Psychologies: Movement toward healing Historical Harms, Prof Peace Kiguwa, Prof Malose Langa, Dr Mmatshilo Motsei and Mr Anele Siswana explore the question of whose knowledge is considered existent or valid as central...

27th Annual Psychology Congress

Oct 4, 2023

Incompleteness as a Framework for Convivial Scholarship and Practice in Healing

In his lecture at the 27th Annual South African Psychology Congress, hosted by the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA), Francis B. Nyamnjoh emphasizes the urgent need for convivial scholarship in the field of healing. He argues that despite the...

27th Annual Psychology Congress

Oct 4, 2023

27th Annual South African Psychology Congress: Invited Panel: Therapies for Healing Justice: Redressing Systemic Oppression and Intergenerational Trauma

Invited Panel: Therapies for Healing Justice: Redressing Systemic Oppression and Intergenerational Trauma
4th October 2023
Emperors’ Palace, Assembly 1
Time: 14:30 - 16:30

27th Annual Psychology Congress

Sep 11, 2023

27th Annual South African Psychology Congress: Plenary Panel: Global Indigenous Psychologies: movement toward healing historical harms

27th Annual South African Psychology Congress: Plenary Panel: Global Indigenous Psychologies: movement toward healing historical harms
4th October 2023
Emperors’ Palace, Assembly 1
Time: 09:15 – 11:00

27th Annual Psychology Congress

Sep 11, 2023

27th Annual South African Psychology Congress: Annual PsySSA Presidents Lecture

27th Annual South African Psychology Congress: Annual PsySSA Presidents Lecture
Incompleteness as a Framework for Convivial Scholarship and Practice in Healing

27th Annual Psychology Congress COVID-19

Aug 22, 2023