Dear NLPA familia,
I hope you are doing well and that the past few summer months have yielded opportunities for connection, restoration, and tranquility. With fall just around the corner, we are coming up on a busy time of year for our association!
We are eagerly anticipating our conferencia in Puerto Rico October 17-19. This event promises to be memorable, a joyous time where we come together to celebrate our achievements, share knowledge, and strengthen our collective commitment to serving diverse Latinx populations in psychological practice and research alongside our community partners. We have been planning for an exciting three days of talks, discussions, entertainment, eating, and dancing. Stay tuned as we begin to advertise our keynote speakers, special presidential programming, and an outstanding pre-conference provided by our partners, the SAMHSA Hispanic/Latino Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (https://www.samhsa.gov/hispanic-latino-behavioral-health-coe).
And I am thrilled to report that your leadership council and fellow members have been working hard to support the conference financially. With these combined efforts, we are thrilled to announce we will be making thirty student travel awards of $300 available to attendees. Additional opportunities to offset the cost of the convention will be available to students who are selected as conference volunteers. Be on the lookout for these calls which will come directly to student presenters and to the listserv.
In addition to our convention news, I am thrilled to announce several exciting developments within our association. We have launched exclusive member programs tailored to support students, early career professionals, researchers, and clinicians. These programs provide mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources essential for career advancement and professional growth. We are committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders in Latinx psychology and ensuring that our members have the tools they need to thrive. To ensure you stay up to date on all of our special webinars and events, follow us on social media (@1nlpa and @studentsofnlpa on Instagram, @1NLPA on Twitter/X, and National Latinx Psychological Association on LinkedIn and Facebook).
I want to take this opportunity to emphasize the significance of your work, whether in clinical practice, research, advocacy, education, or another field. Each of you plays a vital role in advancing psychological well-being and promoting cultural competence within our communities. Your dedication and expertise make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families across Latinx populations. Your efforts are valued, recognized, and deeply appreciated. Together, we will continue to elevate the standards of psychological care, advocate for equitable access to mental health services, and empower Latinx communities to thrive.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to our mission. I look forward to seeing you in Puerto Rico and continuing our journey together.
Abrazos,
Ana Bridges
