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
PresidentMr. George Boniphace Chacha
Vice - PresidentMr. Barnabas Nkinga Michael
General SecretaryMr. Albano Sabino Michael
Deputy General SecretaryMs. Monica Ngatuni
TreasurerMr. Saldeen H. Kimangale,
Head of Internationalization DepartmentDr Upendo Paul Biswalo
Head of Strategic Partnerships DepartmentCOMMITTEES
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
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.
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
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Address continuing education needs of the members, coordinate mentorship programs, professional supervision, and design training packages.
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.
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 leaderIringa, Njombe, Mbeya, Rukwa, Ruvuma
NORTHERN BRANCH
Isack Kimario
Branch LeaderArusha, Kilimanjaro, Tanga, Manyara
Eastern Branch
Boniphace David
Branch leaderDar es Salaam, Morogoro, Pwani, Zanzibar
Western-Central
Shabani Mnkai
Branch leaderSingida, Dodoma, Kigoma, Tabora
Lake Branch
Dr. Joel Joshua
Branch LeaderMwanza, Shinyanga, Mara, Kagera
Coastal Branch
Fr.Hugo Lungu
Branch leaderLindi, Mtwara