Minority and Underrepresented (MUR) Groups Caucuses
APA members who identify with any of the APA’s recognized MUR groups are urged to join that group’s caucus. The MUR group caucuses provide a networking opportunity and foster communication among members who share a special interest. There are caucuses for the following groups:
- American Indian/Alaska Native/Native Hawaiian
- IMG (International Medical Graduates)
Participation in a caucus is a pathway to: exploring concerns about professional growth and advancement; identifying, supporting, and electing top-notch MURs for leadership posts; networking with members with shared backgrounds; advocating for minority patient populations; talking about key issue facing APA; initiating mentoring relationships; bringing concerns to APA leadership; and assuming leadership roles in APA.
Each MUR caucus elects two representatives to the APA Assembly—a representative and a deputy representative. They have the same privileges and voting rights as APA district branch representatives.
Membership in caucus is FREE and is reserved for APA members.
How to Join a Caucus
To join a caucus, go to www.psychiatry.org/join-participate, click on “Online Members Profile,” and then log in; proceed to Section 3, question 3Fa—APA Caucus Membership.
For more information, contact
Diversityatapa@psych.org , 703-907-8639