Award for Distinguished Contributions to Psychology in the Public Interest
This APA award honors individuals for extraordinary or lifetime contributions that have advanced psychology to benefit the public interest.
Funder: American Psychological Association (APA) (https://www.apa.org)
Due Dates: August 1, 2026 (Nomination deadline)
Funding Amounts: Not specified; award may include recognition or honorarium.
Summary: Recognizes individuals for extraordinary or lifetime contributions that have advanced psychology to benefit the public interest.
Description
This award honors individuals who have significantly advanced psychology as a science or profession through work that serves the public interest. It is designed to recognize either a single extraordinary achievement or a lifetime of outstanding contributions that have benefited society and promoted the application of psychological knowledge to address public needs. The award highlights the impact of psychology in serving the greater good and encourages continued dedication to public interest work within the field.
