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61st PAP Convention and 8th ARUPS Congress

Psychological Association of the Philippines (PAP) – ASEAN Regional Union of Psychological Societies (ARUPS)

September 25 to 27, Cebu

PROGRAM

Day 1. Thursday, 25 September | International Convention Center Cebu City (IC3)

6:00 am – 8:00 am	Registration
8:00 am – 8:45 am	Opening Ceremony Welcome Greetings: Dr. Glenn G. Glarino, President, Psychological Association of the Philippines (PAP) Mr. Adrian Toh, President, *ASEAN Regional Union of Psychological Societies (ARUPS)* Opening Address: Prof. Brigitte Khoury, President-Elect, International Union Psychological Science (IUPSyS)
8:45 am – 9:45 am	Keynote Address 1: Mr. Adrian Toh, President, ASEAN Regional Union of Psychological Societies (ARUPS) Advancing Mental Health in ASEAN: Bridging Policy, Practice and Cultural Diversity
9:45 am – 10:00 am	Break
10:00 am - 11:00 am	Plenary Session 1: Dr. Arthur Evans, Chief Executive Officer, American Psychological Association (APA) Scaling Public Health Approaches for Mental Health Through Innovations in Policy, Community-Based Care, and Disaster Response
11:00 am - 12:00 nn	Plenary Session 2: Dr. Debra M. Kawahara, President, American Psychological Association (APA) Integrating Intersectionality and Feminist Principles to Empower Diverse Populations
12:00 nn - 1:30 pm	PAP General Membership Meeting Lunch
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm	Keynote Address 2: Dr. Patricia B Licuanan, President, Psychological Association of the Philippines (1973-1975 Topic Title: TBA
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm	Plenary Session 3: Atty. Floranie Polo - Jacob, President, Psychological Association of the Philippines (2000-2001), Of Counsel, VBSP Law Offices The Law Meets Psychology: A Cross-Disciplinary Path to Justice and Well-Being (The Philippine Experience)
3:30 pm - 3:45 pm	Break
3:45 pm - 4:45 pm	Plenary Session 4: Dr. Grace H. Aguiling-Dalisay, 2024 PRC Outstanding Professional of the Year in the Field of Psychology Topic Title: TBA
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm	Fellowship Night (Cocktails) Announcement of Official Results of Elections Awarding of Certified Specialists
Note:	ePoster Presentations from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

Day 2. Friday, 26 September | International Convention Center Cebu City (IC3)

8:30 am – 10:00 am	Parallel Session A: 5 Organized Paper Symposia and 7 Learning Sessions
10:00 am – 10:30 am	Break
10:30 am - 12:00 nn	Parallel Session B: 5 Organized Paper Symposia and 7 Learning Sessions
12:00 nn - 1:00 pm	Lunch (12 Geographic Chapter Meetings)
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm	Parallel Session C: 5 Organized Paper Symposia and 7 Learning Sessions
2:40 pm - 4:10 pm	Parallel Session D: 5 Organized Paper Symposia and 7 Learning Sessions
4:10 pm - 4:30 pm	Break
4;30 pm - 6:00 pm	Parallel Session E: 5 Organized Paper Symposia and 7 Learning Sessions
Note:	ePoster Presentations from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

Day 3. Saturday, 27 September | International Convention Center Cebu City (IC3)

7:30 am – 9:00 am	2 Learning Sessions (ARUPS/APA)
8:00 am - 9:00 am	10 SIG Meetings
8:30 am – 10:00 am	2 Learning Sessions (ARUPS/APA)
8:30 am-10:00 am	7 Division Meetings
10:00 am - 11:00 am	Update Report on Psych Law Revision: Dr. Maria Caridad H. Tarroja, *2010-2012 PAP President*
11:00 am - 12:00 nn	Professional Regulatory Board of Psychology Lecture Shaping the Future of Professional Psychology: The IPCP and Its Implications for Education, Career Pathways, Specialization and International Mobility Dr. Miriam P. Cue, Chairperson, Professional Regulatory Board of Psychology
	-End of PAP-ARUPS Program-
	Confirmed Learnings Sessions:
	1. Ethical Decision-Making Process Mr. Adrian Toh President, Singapore Psychological Society
	2. Healing in Nature: Forest Therapy for LGBTQ+ Mental Health and Well-Being Assoc. Prof. Nanchatsan Sakunpong Associate Professor of Psychology, Srinakharinwirot University, Thailand
	3. Strengthening Personal Resilience – Coping with Workplace Bullying Dr. Daniella Maryam Mohd Mokhtar Assistant Secretary, Malaysian Psychological Association
	4. Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP) and Student Assistance Programmes (SAP) in Higher Learning Institutions Prof. Dr. Shukran Abdul Rahman President, Malaysian Psychological Association
	5. Assessment of Personality Styles dan Disorders Dr. Henndy Ginting Licensed Psychologist, Indonesia
	6. Healthy Behaviours in Chronic Illness Dr. Henndy Ginting Licensed Psychologist, Indonesia
	7. Promoting Trauma Recovery in Residential Care: A Singaporean Perspective Jeremy Heng Senior Psychologist and Deputy Head A residential children’s home under the Singapore Children’s Society
	8. A Quick Look at Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) Hon. Dr. Imelda Virginia G. Villar Member, Professional Regulatory Board of Psychology
	9. Psychologists as Expert Witnesses Hon. Dr. Hector M. Perez Member, Professional Regulatory Board of Psychology
	10. Inclusivity in Higher Education Dr. Ron R. Resurreccion Director, Student Success Center, De La Salle University
	11. The Important Role Psychologists Play in Sports Dr. Karen Katrina V. Trinidad Chair, Department of Psychology, College of Science, University of Santo Tomas
	12. The Value of Qualitative Findings in the Practice of Psychology Dr. Clarissa F. Delariarte Licensed Psychologist and Guidance Counsellor
	13. The Future of Psych Assessment in the Era of Artificial Intelligence Dr. Arsenio Sze Alianan, Jr. Faculty Member, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Manila University
	14. Disaster Situations: Psychological Practice and Response Dr. Rhodora Gail T. Ilagan Faculty Member, Department of Psychology, Ateneo de Davao University
	15. Psychological Practice in Social Welfare Ms. Maria Adela Guerrero DSWD Central Office
	16. Resilient Psychology for Equitable Futures in Work, Technology, and Urban Technologies Dr. Serra Pitts Global Director of Wellbeing for Trust & Safety, Concentrix
	17. Psychological Practice in Family Court Civil Cases Hon. Judge Jose Nathaniel S. Andal Regional Trial Court Judge, Cebu City
Note:	20 more Learning Sessions being organized

Keynote Address: Every year, PAP invites a special guest of notable reputation to deliver an inspirational message that would generate enthusiasm as it sets the tone, outlines key themes, and often highlights the main objectives or ideas of the Convention.

Plenary Sessions: The Plenary Sessions gather all members and provide opportunities to
listen and interact with both international and local distinguished invited speakers on current issues and various topics concerning the practice of psychology.

General Assembly: The GA is where all members of the organization attending the conference
come together to discuss important issues. Reports, updates and accomplishments from the Executive Committee often represent the culmination of deliberations and debates on various topics. GAs are crucial for decision-making and setting the direction of the Association, ensuring that all voices are heard and decisions are made collectively.

Fellowship and Awards Night: The Fellowship and Awards Night is a fun event where participants gather and have the opportunity to network with each other and to celebrate outstanding achievements, contributions, or milestones through good food, drinks, and music. During the event, awards, honors, or fellowships are bestowed upon deserving recipients in acknowledgment of their excellence, innovation, leadership, and service. It serves as a platform to showcase and commend noteworthy accomplishments, inspire others, and foster a sense of community and camaraderie among participants.

Learning Sessions: Learning sessions are structured educational sessions designed to impart specific knowledge, skills, or insights to participants within a defined time frame. These session often involve interactive activities, discussions, and presentations tailored to the learning objectives and the needs of the audience. They provide opportunities for attendees to deepen their understanding of a topic, acquire new competencies, and engage in collaborative learning experiences.

Group Meetings: The Group Meetings of the Focus Units (Specialty Divisions and Special Interest Groups) and Geographic Chapters are smaller gatherings where individuals come together to learn about each other, get updates of groups’ accomplishments and financial standing, discuss specific issues, exchange information, set the direction and plans for the year, and collaborate on tasks.

Joint 61st PAP Annual Convention and 8th ARUPS Congress