Marxism & Psychology Research Group (MPRG)

 

We invite psychologists, other mental health professionals, researchers, teachers, students, and other activists to join Psychologists for Social Responsibility for our conference “Toward a More Socially Responsible Psychology", July 15-17 at the Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis in Brookline, MA (next to Boston).

 

In a relaxed and interactive environment, conference participants will explore the mixed influences of psychology in both advancing and hindering the causes of peace, social justice, human rights, and sustainability. 

The conference will begin with an evening reception on Thursday, July 15th and will conclude with a community dinner on Saturday, July 17th. In between, there will be a range of plenary sessions, symposia, and discussion opportunities. The final program schedule awaits the review of proposals that are still coming in, but potential topics include psychology and nonviolent action; building an effective anti-war movement; organizing in the 21st century; overcoming racial, ethnic, and class divides; working with vulnerable communities; activism on college campuses; peacebuilding principles; successes and failures in the anti-torture movement; ethical challenges in advertising and marketing; and psychology’s role in addressing climate change.

We’re anticipating a very special conference, one that will provide an unusual opportunity to learn together while building a stronger and broader community committed to shared social change work.

 

I hope you will join us! And please forward this announcement to others you think will be interested. Thank you.

 

My Best Regards,

 

   Roy