We truly appreciate our volunteers who are generously lending us their time, talents and expertise to propel the mission of APOS forward. These leaders within APOS and the field of psychosocial oncology are making an incredible impact in the field. Our committees give members the opportunity to serve at a greater level and contribute to the growth and future success of APOS! Opportunities for involvement are as follows:
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PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION COMMITTEE
Committee Director: Sharla Wells-Di Gregorio, PhD Purpose: Develop psycho-social oncology professional development activities e.g., webinar series, APOS Pre-Conference Education Day, and core curriculum. Hear from Dr. Wells-Di Gregorio about the amazing things she and this committee are working on HERE
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MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE
Committee Director: Justin Yopp, PhD Purpose: Recruit and retain members and review membership applications and recommend members for Board approval. Hear from Dr. Yopp about the amazing things she and this committee are working on HERE
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DEVELOPMENT & STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS COMMITTEE
Committee Director: Beth Dixon, PsyD Purpose: Identify and develop key relationships, programs and fundraising initiatives to build the financial security of APOS both short and long term. Hear from Dr. Dixon about the amazing things she and this committee are working on HERE
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COMMUNICATIONS COMMITTEE
Committee Director: Marie Barnett, PhD Purpose: Raise the profile of APOS and psychosocial oncology in media, with public, with healthcare professionals. Oversee website, social media, member newsletter content. Hear from Dr. Barnett about the amazing things she and this committee are working on HERE
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RESEARCH COMMITTEE
Committee Director: Jennifer Knight, MD, MS, FACLP Purpose: Oversee design of any research projects that may affect APOS members. Hear from Dr. Knight about the amazing things she and this committee are working on HERE
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MENTORING COMMITTEE
Committee Director: Tamryn Gray, PhD Purpose: Increase participation of early career, ethnic minority and other under-represented/ marginalized groups in APOS meetings, mentoring, and other activities. Hear from Dr. Gray about the amazing things she and this committee are working on HERE
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PROGRAM COMMITTEE
2021 Committee Invited Director: Charles Kamen, PhD Purpose: Plan and implement annual conference. |
