Introduction to the ICFW

The primary mission of the International Committee for Women (ICfW) is to identify substantive issues that affect the welfare of women globally and to recommend action to the Division. The committee promotes research, education, symposia, and projects that advance equality for women internationally and encourages the awareness and infusion of gender equity issues throughout the activities of the division.
Goals
1. Communication
2. Division Activity
3. Collaborative Research
4. Advocacy
Anyone interested in the issues that affect women and girls around the world can become a member. Students and Early Career Psychologists are encouraged to join.  Contact the Chair to join and join the ICFW listserv.
The International Committee for Women (ICFW) is a committee of Division 52 of the American Psychological Association.

ICFW Celebrates!!

ICFW created a powerpoint presentation featuring contributions of ICFW members – to be shown at the APA Convention  2024 – Click here to view the slide show!

View Slides with Notes

Read a Short History of ICFW

Joy Rice wrote “What is the ICFW” with a history from 2000-2018. Click here

 

Meet the Chair

Chair: Anna Rae

Anna Rae is an International Psychologist, a Licensed Professional Counselor, and a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor.  She is an international speaker, and has presented at conferences and universities on ethics, asylum seekers’ and refugees’ needs, and reproductive mental health.  She consults with international health organizations to integrate mental health and physical health services. In her work helping people across the world for two decades, Dr. Rae has worked in drug court, community mental health, and in the health system in the military in the field and at headquarters behavioral health levels.  She is a psychologist for the Department of Defense, currently co-owns a private practice, Bridge to Wellness Centers, and works with the American Psychological Association’s International Committee for Women.  Her clinical focus is on reproductive mental health and the intersection of physical, psychological, social, and spiritual wellness.  She tailors her approach to meet each of her client’s unique needs and help them build upon their strengths so they can heal from some of their challenges. She is a registered clinical supervisor and enjoys mentoring students and new professionals in the field of counseling and psychology.