Board of Directors
The Board of Directors is the governing body for the Division and is elected by the membership. The Board meets three times a year to debate and discuss the activities of the Division.
Current Leadership
- President: Cynthia Gerhardt, PhD
- Past President: Melissa Santos, PhD
- President Elect: Jessica Valenzuela, PhD
- Secretary: Tammi Young-Saleme, PhD
- Treasurer: Gayle Chesley, PhD
Mission and Vision Statements
Mission statement: To actively promote the health and psychological well-being of all children, youth and families.
Vision statement: Healthier children, youth, and families.
Strategic Plan
The SPP Board has devised a strategic plan to guide the society's goals and priorities for the future.
Diversity Committee
The SPP Diversity Committee is comprised of 13 professional and student members from a variety of institutions and committed to promoting diversity in pediatric psychology research and clinical care.
Mentorship Program
The Mentorship Program provides professional development to students and colleagues at all stages of their careers.
Student Advisory Board
The Student Advisory Board works with the Student Representative to promote student interests in Division programming, structure, and training, and to encourage other students to get involved.
