21st Century ArPA
Powering Advocacy, Ethics, & Media for a Brighter Tomorrow!
Bringing ArPA into the 21st Century
Join us for an afternoon of exploration and inspiration as we delve into the transformative power of advocacy, ethics, and media in shaping a brighter future. This thought-provoking event will feature engaging discussions, insightful presentations, and opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals.
Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your knowledge, network with fellow professionals, and contribute to a more equitable and just society.
Program
1:00 pM to 2:00 pM
Autism Assessments for Black Females: Culturally Responsive Considerations
Speaker: Trenesha Hill, Ph.D.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify disparities in autism identification.
- Review what is currently known about autism in Black females.
- Discuss appropriate cultural considerations when conducting autism assessments with Black females.
2:00 pM to 2:30 pM
Business Meeting
2:30 pM to 3:30 pM
Advocacy for and by Psychologists: The role of ArPA, ArPA members and Allied Groups in Improving Health in Arkansas
Moderator: Tisha Deen, Ph.D.
Speakers: Randy Thurman, Courtney Sheppard
Learning Objectives:
- Participants will be able to find their legislators, identify and read key legislation.
- Participants will be able to communicate to key stakeholders and impact government processes.
- Participants will be able to name key legislative issues in the field of psychology and report an increase in readiness to act in their own areas of interest.
- Participants will identify legislative issues that are in line with their values and create a plan for advocacy.
3:30 pM to 4:30 pM
From Therapy Room to Thought Leader: Harnessing Media and AI
Speakers: Margaret Rutherford, Ph.D, Selina Parker, M.A.
Learning Objectives:
- Articulate how online marketing can amplify the expertise of psychologists and clinicians, allowing their knowledge to shine on a broader scale.
- Identify five key personal and professional challenges associated with establishing a strong online presence and brand.
- Recognize how to counteract common misperceptions about mental health treatment by producing trauma-informed, unbiased content on social media.
- Discuss the potential impact of maintaining an online “practice” on your traditionalclinical practice.
- Explore ethical strategies to leverage AI-driven online trends for greater reach and influence.
- Define personal goals for building a unique and impactful social media presence.
5:00 pM (immediately following presentations)
Social Hour/Fundraiser
Modernization Fund: Bringing ArPA into the 21st Century
Choose Your Ticket
Select the ticket that best suits your needs and be a part of ArPA’s journey toward a brighter future. Whether you’re a member, non-member, or student, we have tailored options to ensure you have the best experience at our conference.
Members
$65
Non-Members
$100
Students
$15
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Arkansas Psychological Association (ArPA) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Arkansas Psychological Association (ArPA) maintains responsibility for this program and its content.