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Advocacy

We are focused on community wellbeing and social justice, advocating to governments, stakeholders and the community about the role psychology can play to help improve lives.

To achieve this, we: 

  • Share information about the impact of psychology on public policy for the benefit of all sectors of the community 

  • Are responsive to community needs and advocate for community wellbeing

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Discussion papers and reviews

APS discussion papers and reviews outline and explore the psychological evidence around contemporary social issues, such as ageing, racism and gambling.

APS Submissions

We make submissions to government departments, formal inquiries, discussion papers, reviews and reports from various external agencies.

Policy pool EOI

Join the APS policy and project pool and share your expertise