Ali Weinstein elected as Member-at-Large in Society for Health Psychology, reflects on longstanding commitment to promoting health

Ali Weinstein, a professor of Global and Community Health and Senior Scholar in the Center for Advancement and Well-Being, has been elected as a Member-at-Large in the Society for Health Psychology (SfHP), a division within the larger American Psychological Association (APA). Weinstein expressed her gratitude for being elected by her peers and emphasized the importance of service for the organization to thrive.

Weinstein has had a longstanding relationship with SfHP, considering it one of her primary professional organizations as a health psychologist. Over the past 15 years, she has held various committee and leadership roles within SfHP, including serving as chair of the Health Research Council for six years. Her dedication was recognized last year when she received the Barbara A. Keeton Volunteer of the Year Award for her exceptional service to SfHP.

As a Member-at-Large, Weinstein will serve a three-year term that will begin after the APA conference in early August 2024. This role presents an opportunity for her to continue contributing to the field of health psychology and support the goals and initiatives of SfHP.

Weinstein’s involvement with SfHP is not only limited to holding leadership roles but also includes presenting research at conferences and workshops. She believes that through her work with SfHP, she can help promote healthy behaviors and improve people’s overall well-being.

“I am thrilled about this new opportunity,” said Weinstein. “SfHP has been instrumental in my career as a health psychologist, providing me with valuable resources and opportunities to network with other professionals in the field.”

In conclusion, Ali Weinstein’s election as a Member-at-Large in SfHP is an affirmation of her commitment to advancing health psychology through research, education, and service. With this new role, she looks forward to continuing her work with SfHP to promote healthy living and improve people’s lives.

The American Psychological Association (APA) is one of the largest scientific organizations in psychology that provides training programs in psychology departments across universities worldwide. The society promotes research on psychological issues related to human behavior and mental processes.

Society for Health Psychology (SfHP) is one of eight divisions within APA that focuses on how psychological science can be applied to understand health issues related to physical illnesses such as cancer or heart disease. The division aims to promote healthy behaviors among individuals by identifying factors that affect them.

Ali Weinstein’s involvement with SfHP dates back over 15 years where she held various committee positions before becoming chairperson for six years. Her exceptional service was recognized last year when she received the Barbara A Keeton Volunteer of