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Rural

Mission

Our mission is to provide a supportive community that promotes meaningful connections, resource sharing, and mutual growth among students, scholars, and practitioners engaged in rural community psychology research and associated fields. We are committed to fostering an environment that empowers our members and advances the discipline.

Leadership

Role Name Email
ChairĀ  Nicole Summers-Gabr Email

Goal Statements

1. To facilitate a networking platform that encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing, and learning opportunities among our members.
2. To bridge the urban-rural divide in research by fostering connections, enhancing mutual understanding, and facilitating joint initiatives.
3. To stimulate interest in rural research and enhance the visibility and accessibility of resources.

Current Member Interests

Community-based participatory research for mental health programming, coalition building, tele-supervision/consultation in rural communities (for practitioners), rural-urban civic engagement.

Current Initiatives

  1. Research outlets for publication of a group article
  2. Collect a history of Rural Interest Group activities

Upcoming Meetings

8/10 @ 2pm EST