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LIMERICK PUB CRAWL Dear Colleagues, Join us for an unforgettable night out in Limerick, Ireland’s historic city known for its lively pub scene! On Wednesday, 2nd of August once the scientific programs are over for the day, we will head to the city centre for a real #LimerickPubCrawl experience. With a diverse range of pubs,… The post Limerick Newsletter #9 appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The deadline for submitting abstracts for the 2023 Limerick regional conference has been extended to 20 February, 2023. The post Abstract Submission Deadline Extended to 20 February appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The Childhood Cognition Lab (PI: Rebekah Richert; https://www.childcoglab.org/) at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) is inviting applications for a full-time post-doctoral researcher to join the Developing Belief Network (https://www.developingbelief.com/; Project Directors: Rebekah Richert and Kathleen Corriveau). A 5-year John Templeton Foundation grant funds an international network of scholars conducting a cross-cultural study of the… The post Post-Doctoral Position in Cross-Cultural Development of Supernatural Beliefs appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

We conduct interviews with scholars in the IACCP to hear their personal stories, how they became interested in cross-cultural psychology, and how they got involved in the IACCP. We start out with Purnima Singh, our Regional Representative for South Asia. Purnima Singh tells how her professional journey was not only determined by own goals and… The post New Interview Series of the IACCP appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

If you have any news relevant for IACCP members, you can send an official post to IACCP via the template: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdT2vy5u85dRz3WULvHj26ut7a8UFEPvij34ca5jI8XodQaqg/viewform?usp=sf_link. If your post is below 280 characters we will post the info on IACCP Twitter and IACCP Next Generation Facebook. If it is longer, it will only occur on Facebook. The post Official posts to IACCP members appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

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Deadline for submission: January 11, 2021. The Jacobs Foundation is pleased to announce the 2021 call for applications for its Research Fellowship Program.The Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program is a globally competitive fellowship program for early and mid-career researchers whose work is dedicated to improving the development, learning and living conditions of children and youth. The… The post 2021 Call for Applications: Jacobs Foundation Research Fellowship Program appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

THE EARLY CAREER AWARD COMMITTEE’S SUMMARY Dr. Fetvadjiev (who published early in his career as Dr. Valchev) has been a major contributor to the development of the South African Personality Inventory, in the course of which has engaged in both indigenous research with the Nguni, and in surveys of personality across 11 cultural groups in… The post Early Career Award winners appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Dear IACCP Members, Friends and Colleagues, Earlier this month the IACCP Executive Council voted to hold our 2021 Olomouc conference on-line. We know that this will be a disappointment to many as we all enjoy and value our face to face encounters, both personally and professionally. However, in these very uncertain times and in light… The post 2021 Olomouc conference update appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Klaus Boehnke, Professor of Social Science Methodology at Jacobs University, has been honored as an “Outstanding Psychologist outside the U.S.” for his services in the field of comparative cultural studies and political psychology. The former Vice Dean of the Bremen International Graduate School of Social Sciences (BIGSSS) was presented with the award by the International… The post Scientist of Jacobs University Bremen honored as “Outstanding Psychologist outside the U.S.” appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology (IACCP) condemns racism and discrimination in any form and at any level in a society and in an organization. We believe that a society or an institution that is based on preferential treatment, inequality, and privilege for some people at the expense of others is unjust and harmful. As… The post IACCP Statement against Racism appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

We are happy to announce the results of the 2020 IACCP elections! Elected officers are:William Gabrenya President-electMárta Fülöp Secretary GeneralAnat Bardi Deputy Secretary General Elected Regional Representatives are:Gail Ferguson North America (US)Nicholas Geeraert Europe IIEmma Buchtel East AsiaJulie Lee Insular PacificHarrun Garrashi Subsaharan AfricaRegional Representatives from other regions continue their office term for another two… The post Congratulations IACCP officers! appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

To all who study the relationships between psychology and culture:  You are cordially invited to submit ideas for manuscripts that may qualify for appearance in the special issue described below. CALL FOR PAPERS This call has appeared in various issues of the JCCP, starting with the March 2020 issue The International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology… The post Call for papers appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

We are sad to communicate that Isabel Reyes Lagunes, has passed away in Mexico City, Mexico, March 4, 2020. Isa, as she was known to her friends, gave her life to train generations of psychologists in Mexico. Her academic work and legacy are an essential portion of the history of Mexican Psychology. Creative, committed, teacher,… The post IACCP remembers Isabel Reyes Lagunes appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

DescriptionWith increasing interconnectedness of the world, intensifying migration flows and the rise of the rightwing populism in many countries, the topic of intercultural relations has become more and more relevant. Cultural and linguistic diversity brings both opportunities and challenges by, on the one hand, enriching human communication and enhancing societies’ creative potential, and on the… The post Private: Stereotypes and Intercultural Relations: Interdisciplinary Integration, New Approaches, and New Contexts: Call for Papers for publication in Frontiers in Psychology 2020 appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The time has come again to call for your participation in the elections of IACCP.  Please review our candidates for various positions, and cast your vote by clicking the link Voting commences immediately and closes on March 31, 2020. You must be a member in good standing as of February 1, 2020 in order to… The post 2020 IACCP Elections appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Harry C. Triandis (1926-2019) died peacefully on June 1, 2019, at the age of 92 at the care center in his retirement community in Carlsbad, Calif. He is survived by his daughter, Louisa, son-in-law, James, grandchildren, Alex and Nico and numerous students around the world whose lives he greatly impacted. He was preceded in death… The post IACCP remembers Harry Triandis appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

IACCP Past-President passed away suddenly and unexpectedly in his newly adopted city of Brisbane, Australia on June 1. The Association is making plans to honor his memory. The post Fons van de Vijver Passes Away appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The 2019 regional conference of IACCP will take place at the University of Costa Rica (Universidad de Costa Rica) in San Jose, Costa Rica, 16-19 July. The conference website is now online: http://www.iaccp2019.com The post 2019 Regional Conference set for Costa Rica appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Citation read at the 2018 Guelph Congress by Patricia Greenfield, chair of the selection committee: On behalf of the Awards Committee – myself, Prof Paul Bain, and Prof. Ayse Uskul – I am delighted to announce that the 2018 honorary fellow is Professor Michele Gelfand of the University of Maryland. Prof. Gelfand was nominated by… The post Michele Gelfand New Honorary Fellow appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The election of officers and regional representatives is complete. Thanks to all members who voted in this election. Officer Results The new President-Elect is Colleen Ward of New Zealand. Saba Safdar, Canada, was re-elected to a second term as Deputy Secretary-General. (The Secretary-General, Marta Fulop, was not up for election this year. The Treasurer and… The post 2018 Election Results appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The 2016 IACCP Culture & Psychology School convened in the mountains north of Nagoya for three and a half days of intense instruction and discussion of theory and methods. The school was organized by Ron Fischer with the help of a committee appointed by IACCP and featured three prominent culturalists as instructors: Matt Easterbrook, University… The post Culture & Psychology School Convenes in Japanese Alps appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Former IACCP President, eminent social scientist, and friend, Kwok Leung (Ê¢Å˶∫) passed away on May 25 in Prince of Wales Hospital in Hong Kong after a two and half month long illness. A private funeral for family and close relatives will be held in Hong Kong. Kwok was 57 years old and leaves behind his wife, Yumi,… The post Kwok Leung Passes Away in Hong Kong appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Dr. James Leslie, husband of IACCP Secretary-General Dr. Josie Naidoo (1994-1996), passed away in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada on May 29, 2015. Jim was a physicist at the University of Waterloo. Harry Triandis escorted Josie to the altar in her 1964 wedding to Jim, as Josie’s parents were unable to travel from apartheid South Africa at… The post Husband of Former Secretary-General Josie Naidoo Passes Away appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The book of peer-reviewed chapters based on Nagoya Congress presentations has been published. Click  here. The post Nagoya Congress book published appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The IACCP now has two Facebook pages: “International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology (IACCP)” – for all IACCP members “IACCP Next Generation” – Sponsored by the IACCP Youth Group Click HERE to check out the new facebook group for IACCP! Join and help us add content, please! To join: Go to the group page, click on… The post New Facebook Group appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The 2020 Congress will take place in Olomouc, Czech Republic, 28-31 July. For more information click here. The post 2020 International Congress Set for Czech Republic appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

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The sudden loss of Professor Emeritus Demetrios (James) Georgas on April 20, 2018 in Athens, Greece, leaves us all in deep sorrow. A pioneering figure in Greek Psychology, but also in the international Psychology community is no longer among us. James Georgas received his PhD from Loyola University of Chicago, Illinois, USA. Among many other… The post Jim Georgas Passes Away in Athens appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The EC voted in Nagoya (2016) to fully professionalize its IT functions, turning development and maintenance of its website and membership systems over to a private company. A committee comprised of Fons van de Vijver, Marta Fulop, Sharon Glazer (replaced by the new Treasurer, Brigitte Armon) and Bill Gabrenya evaluated several vendors and technologies and… The post Association Transitions to New IT System and Website appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The deadline for abstract submission, set in the 2nd Announcement for December 31, 2016, will be moved to January 15 2017 January 31, 2017. Our intention is to provide an opportunity to all colleagues for whom the 2nd Announcement’s short notice made it difficult to complete their proposals by the end of this month.   … The post Warsaw 2017 Conference Submission Deadlines Extended to January 31 appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The 2017 regional conference of IACCP will be held in Warsaw, Poland from 16 to 19 July. Click here for additional information. The post 2017 Regional Conference Set for Warsaw, Poland appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The Executive Council has issued a call for applicants for the position of Chair and Coordinator of IACCP Culture and Psychology School. The Call can be downloaded from this page. Applications are due to the Secretary-General, Marta Fulop, by July 1, 2017. The post Call for Chair and Coordinator of IACCP Culture and Psychology School appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The Executive Committee recently approved a code of conduct and set of procedures involving its conferences. The draft statement can be downloaded here. The post Association Drafts Code of Conduct for Conferences and Events appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Gustav Jahoda died in Glasgow at age 96. He was among the earliest cross-cultural psychologists in modern times, participating in the seminal Ibadan, Nigeria conference in 1967. His final address to IACCP was in Spetses, Greece in 2006. Click on the image to the left for a larger image. From Harry Triandis’ autobiography: The [Ibadan]… The post Gustav Jahoda, Early Founder of Cross-Cultural Psychology, Dead at 96 appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Prof. Çiğdem Kağıtçıbaşı, an irreplaceable scientist, a true humanist and a woman of the Turkish Republic. Among her countless contributions to science, her most important legacy are the thousands of students and highly accomplished scientists she has educated and inspired. The services of Prof. Çiğdem Kağıtçıbaşı to… The post Prof. Çiğdem Kağıtçıbaşı Passes Away appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Paul Pedersen died in Minneapolis, Minnesota on January 11, at age 80.  For more than a decade he had been battling the withering effects of Parkinson’s Disease.   Paul was extraordinarily active in various culture-related activities.  While he was not directly active in IACCP, he was a staunch supporter of all of its activities.  He… The post Paul Pedersen Passes at 80 appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The Reims eBook, a peer-reviewed volume based on presentations at the Reims 2014 Congress, is now online at https://www.iaccp.org/ebooks.  Titled Unity, Diversity and Culture, it is the largest congress book published to date, with 80 chapters in addition to a Forward and Preamble by the conference organizers, Christine Roland-L√©vy and Patrick Denoux. The book includes 8… The post Reims Congress eBook Published Online appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The Nagoya Congress was a great success! You can see photos taken by the official photographer here: http://www.iaccp2016.com/iaccp2016-congress-photographs/ The conference PCO created a slide show video that was shown at the closing ceremony. The video is posted here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gi01AJCEpGc The post Nagoya Japan Congress Photos and Video appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The 23rd Congress of the International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology (IACCP) will be held on July 30th-August 3rd, 2016 in Nagoya, Japan. Abstract submission is now open. To submit your abstract, please visit http://www.iaccp2016.com/call-for-papers/. The deadline for abstract submission has been extended to February 21. We look forward to your submissions! PRESENTATION FORMATS: – Paper Presentation… The post Abstract Submissions Open for Nagoya 2016 Congress appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

In preparation for the 2016 election of officers and regional representatives, we are making an open call for nominations.   The following officer positions are up for election this year: Please submit nominations for these positions.   President-Elect (2-year term; the person in this position automatically becomes President then Past-President) Secretary-General (4 year term; may… The post Call for Nominations for 2016 Election appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Colleen Ward, Victoria University Wellington, became an Honorary Fellow of the IACCP at the 2014 Reims, France Congress. Her citation was written by John Berry:  Colleen Ward has had a long and distinguished career in the study of how culture influences the development of human behavior, and how those of differing cultural backgrounds relate to… The post Colleen Ward Becomes Honorary Fellow appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Association for Psychology Science, International Convention of Psychological Science, Amsterdam, Netherlands (12-14 March, 2015) Integrative Science in the Study of Individuals in Their Cultural Context Chair: Fons J. R. van de Vijver, Tilburg University, The Netherlands; North-West University, South Africa; and University of Queensland, Australia The symposium will provide a cutting-edge overview of integrative science… The post IACCP Sponsored symposium at the APS 2015 conference, Amsterdam appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

The Association is now collecting dues for 2015. Please pay your dues by January 9, 2015 so that you can continue receiving the Journal of Cross-Cultural Psychology (JCCP) without interruption. All current members will receive the first and second 2015 issues of JCCP, but only those who have paid their dues through 2015 by January… The post 2015 Dues Collection Underway appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Ernest Eduard Boesch, a giant in the development of cultural psychology (the Saarbruecken School of Cultural Psychology), died on Saturday, 12 July.  Born 26 December 2016, he was mentor to many, including Paul Baltes and Lutz Eckensberger.  In 1958 he organized a small international conference in Bangkok.  It was probably the first conference dealing with… The post Ernest Eduard Boesch Dies at 98 appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

IACCP announced at its General Assembly on July 19 in Reims, France that it will hold its 2015 regional conference in San Crist√≥bol de la Casas, Chiapas, Mexico. The conference will take place July 28-31 with workshops and opening reception on July 28. The conference will be organized by Ashley Maynard. Ashley presented a Powerpoint… The post 2015 Regional Conference Set for Mexico 28-31 July appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Following the conclusion of the 2014 election, we are pleased to welcome these new and returning members of the IACCP Executive Council: Officers: President-Elect: Fons van de Vijver, Netherlands Deputy Secretary-General (reelected): David Sam, Norway Regional Representatives: Europe Regional (seat 2) Representative: Aikaterini Gari, Greece Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean Regional Representative (reelected):Alejandra del… The post Results of the 2014 Election of Officers and Regional Representatives appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

Individuals or organizations are invited to submit bids for the 2017 regional conference of the IACCP and the 2018 international Congress. Proposals for the 2017 regional conference can be made for any region, although proposals for regions that we have not met in recently are more desirable. Please see the historical list of conferences on… The post Call for Proposals – 2017 Regional Conference and 2018 International Congress appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.

We are pleased to announce that the Stellenbosch Congress book, Toward Sustainable Development through Nurturing Diversity, edited by Leon Jackson, Deon Meiring, Fons van de Vijver, Erhabor Idemudia and William Gabrenya, is now available. The book includes 21 peer-reviewed chapters in five sections. It is published online in five formats for printing, reading on computer displays, and… The post Stellenbosch Congress Book Published appeared first on International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology.