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“Minnesota Women in Psychology promotes the professional development of women psychologists, informs members about ideas and issues which affect women, develops network and support group systems, and takes action in the best interest of Minnesota women.”

Our Purpose...

• Develop network and support group systems.
• Share knowledge, research, skill, and employment information.
• Provide informational and skill-building programs.
• Encourage women in psychological professions to participate in professional organizations, committees, presentations, leadership positions.
• Be informed on issues of concern to and concerning women, including legislative issues.
• Share professional expertise with women in other professions.
• Encourage and promote mentor services among women in psychological professions, including graduate and undergraduate students. 
• Share with other psychological professions our awareness of special principles and competencies in counseling women.
• Promote informed use of psychological services among women consumers.

2007–2008 Executive Committee

Jill Strunk, Co-Chair
Sharon Stein McNamara, Co-Chair
Sarah J. Paper, Treasurer
Susan Broadwell
Jane Bennett
Jacqueline Greenwood, Newsletter Editor
Jan Jirak
Jennifer Nash-Wright
Laura Nielsen

The committee structure within MWP is set up to reflect priorities established through a membership survey conducted in 1997 and strategic plan developed in 1998. The three primary committees within the Steering Committee reflect the three primary goals identified in MWP’s strategic plan.

Goal 1 — “Our Commitment to Ourselves”: The Personal Development Committee

This committee plans and implements the following MWP events: New member gathering, fall retreat, winter colloquium, and the spring annual meeting. This committee also coordinates leadership for social gatherings for MWP members and special interest groups, such as the private practice support group, support group for those working with children, etc.

Goal 2 — “Our Commitment to Our Profession”: The Professional Issues Committee

This committee plans and implements non-event activities related to professional issues that have been identified as of concern to MWP members. A professional insurance survey is being done, and a buddy system for members under Board of Psychology investigation is being developed.

Goal 3 — “Our Commitment to Women”: The Social Action Committee

This committee plans and implements non-event activities related to broader social issues and social action on behalf of women and girls. The Social Action Committee is actively involved in program co-sponsorships with other service organizations.