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About Us

Our History

Established in 2014, the Zimbabwe Psychological Association (ZPA) emerged as a unified organisation dedicated to advancing the discipline of psychology and promoting the mental health and psychosocial well-being of all Zimbabweans. Founded during a period of significant social and economic transformation, the ZPA was conceived as a progressive entity capable of responding to the evolving needs of the nation whilst upholding the highest standards of psychological practice and scholarship.

Our Mission

  1. To encourage cooperation and understanding between different professions, interest groups, and stakeholders that professional psychologists work with.
  2. To promote research in psychology by the improvement of research methods and conditions and the application of research findings.
  3. To improve the qualifications and usefulness of psychologists by establishing high standards of ethics, conduct, education and achievement.
  4. To increase and disseminate psychological knowledge through meetings, professional contacts, reports, papers, discussions and publications.

Our Vision

The Zimbabwe Psychological Association aspires to excel as a valuable, effective and influential organization advancing psychology as a science in the society, including government, policy makers, user groups, and the general public.

Core Values

  1. Excellence 
  2. Knowledge
  3. Diversity
  4. Ethics

Our Commitment

Since its inception, the ZPA has remained steadfast in its commitment to addressing critical human development challenges within Zimbabwe. The Association has been instrumental in advocating for the integration of psychological services and perspectives into national discourse, ensuring that mental health considerations are central to the country’s development agenda and the well-being of its citizens.

Policy Advocacy and Representation

The ZPA engages in continuous dialogue with government ministries, legislative bodies, and stakeholders across the private and civil sectors, seeking to influence and inform policies that impact Zimbabwe's dynamic socio-economic landscape. As the principal representative body for psychology professionals in Zimbabwe, the Association actively advocates on behalf of its members, championing the recognition of psychology as both a rigorous scientific discipline and a practice of profound relevance to all dimensions of human experience.

Professional Development and Networking

Furthermore, the Association facilitates a robust networking platform for its members, fostering collaboration, professional development, and a sense of community within the field. Through regular conferences, workshops, and training initiatives, the ZPA ensures that Zimbabwean psychologists remain at the forefront of contemporary psychological science and practice.

Regional and International Partnerships

The ZPA maintains strong connections with local, regional, and international partners to support the professional growth of its members and to promote the exchange of knowledge that is foundational to the discipline. The Association is committed to positioning Zimbabwean psychology within the broader African and global psychological community, facilitating cross-cultural collaboration and the sharing of indigenous knowledge systems alongside evidence-based practices.

Annual Psychology Congress

The annual ZPA Zimbabwe Psychology Congress represents a pinnacle event for the psychological community, drawing scholars and practitioners from across the region and beyond to engage in scholarly discourse and share insights. This flagship event enriches the scientific landscape of psychology in Zimbabwe whilst providing a platform for the dissemination of research, the exploration of emerging trends, and the strengthening of professional networks within the discipline.

Why Collaborate with the ZPA

As the principal representative body for psychology professionals in Zimbabwe, the ZPA brings together the nation’s leading experts in psychological science and practice, offering unparalleled insights into the mental health landscape and psychosocial needs of Zimbabwean communities.

Our established relationships with government ministries, legislative bodies, and key stakeholders across sectors position the ZPA as an influential partner in shaping mental health policy and advancing evidence-based approaches to national development challenges.

Through our extensive connections with local, regional, and international partners, collaboration with the ZPA provides access to a broader community of psychological practitioners and researchers, facilitating knowledge exchange and cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of psychological practice and scholarship ensures that partnerships with the ZPA are grounded in scientific rigour, ethical integrity, and a dedication to professional excellence.

Collaborating with the ZPA means contributing to meaningful change in Zimbabwean communities, supporting initiatives that promote mental health awareness, reduce stigma, and ensure that psychological services reach those who need them most.

Through our professional development initiatives, training programmes, and annual congress, the ZPA provides platforms for capacity building and skills enhancement that benefit not only our members but also partner organisations and the broader psychological community.

Choosing to collaborate with the Zimbabwe Psychological Association offers numerous strategic advantages for organisations, institutions, and professionals committed to advancing mental health and human development in Zimbabwe and beyond.

Whether you are a government agency seeking expert consultation, an international organisation looking for local partners, an academic institution interested in research collaboration, or a civil society organisation committed to mental health advocacy, the Zimbabwe Psychological Association stands ready to engage in partnerships that advance our shared goals of promoting psychological well-being and contributing to Zimbabwe’s sustainable development.

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