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Tanzanian Psychological Association

TAPA is the leading professional organization representing psychology in the Tanzania, with a good number of researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants, and students as its members.

Mission

The Tanzanian Psychological Association is a non- profit organization which has the mission to promote and to support psychological training and services in Tanzania

Principle objective

To promote the common interests of the members of the Association, who are practitioners of or who are involved in the field of psychology.

Vision

A mentally healthy Tanzania, where everyone has access to quality psychological care, empowering them to thrive.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Dr. Magolanga Shaghembe

President

Mr. George Boniphace Chacha

Vice - President

Mr. Barnabas Nkinga Michael

General Secretary

Mr. Albano Sabino Michael

Deputy General Secretary

Ms. Monica Ngatuni

Treasurer

Mr. Saldeen H. Kimangale,

Head of Internationalization Department

Dr Upendo Paul Biswalo

Head of Strategic Partnerships Department

COMMITTEES

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ETHICS AND STANDARDS COMMITTEE

The Ethics and Standards Committee has an educational, advisory, regulatory, and consultative function. In relation to disciplinary issues, its role is mediatory rather than disciplinary

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PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE

This Committee engages in activities aimed at promoting the recognition of psychology as a science and the application of psychological services in Tanzania.

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PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE

The Committee promotes publication and provides the Council with guidance on the creation of a variety of journals and other works thought to advance the goals of the Association

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CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Address continuing education needs of the members, coordinate mentorship programs, professional supervision, and design training packages.

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THE TARIFFS AND PRACTICE ISSUES COMMITTEE

The Committee monitors and advocates for the needs of private practice psychologists, enhancing their professional reputation and representing them on issues such as tariffs.

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FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE

The primary aim of the association is to mobilize a diverse range of resources and strategically organize various fundraising activities. This concerted effort is directed towards the fulfillment of our core objective, ensuring the sustainable growth and impact of our initiatives.

BRANCHES

Southern Branch

Yisambi Mbuwi

Branch leader

Iringa, Njombe, Mbeya, Rukwa, Ruvuma

NORTHERN BRANCH

Isack Kimario

Branch Leader

Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Tanga, Manyara

Eastern Branch

Boniphace David

Branch leader

Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Pwani, Zanzibar

Western-Central

Shabani Mnkai

Branch leader

Singida, Dodoma, Kigoma, Tabora

Lake Branch

Dr. Joel Joshua

Branch Leader

Mwanza, Shinyanga, Mara, Kagera

Coastal Branch

Fr.Hugo Lungu

Branch leader

Lindi, Mtwara