The Heart of APF
Our donors are the heart of impact at APF. Their generosity and partnership enables psychology to tackle some of today’s most important challenges. Read on below for some in-depth views on why people invest their time, treasure, and talent in APF.
From Action to Impact: A Conversation with Dr. Kiara Álvarez
Psychological research has the power to transform lives, but only when it reaches the people and communities who need it most.
APF hosted a webinar featuring our inaugural Direct Action Visionary Grant recipient, Dr. Kiara Álvarez. Led by APF Program Officer Dr. Rebecca Pasillas, this conversation explores how evidence-based psychological interventions can be effectively and meaningfully translated into real-world impact.
Psychology & Philanthropy In Action with Dr. Amy Hyoeun Lee: Community-Partnered Implementation
We’re catching up with Dr. Amy Hyoeun Lee, who received a Direct Action Visionary Grant for the project: Task-Shifting for Equitable Trauma-Focused Care: Community-Partnered Implementation of STAIR with Caregivers. This work builds on an established community partnership with Dr. Lee’s Lab for Youth Trauma Recovery and S.T.R.O.N.G. Youth, a local organization in Long Island specializing in youth gun and gang violence prevention.
APF Direct Action: Making Community Impact through Corporate Philanthropy
Longtime APF supporter, psychologist, corporate leader, and Direct Action Cabinet Co-Chair Dr. Jana Martin explores the evolving role of corporate philanthropy, and why investing in psychology matters now more than ever.
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