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MISSION STATEMENT

The Middle East Psychological Association (MEPA) was formed to unify psychologists and other mental health professionals in promoting and supporting excellence in the practice of psychology.

MEPA has three essential goals:

  • Destigmatize the regional view of psychology
  • Provide the region with resources and education for practitioners and consumers
  • Adhere to an ethical code of practice

STATEMENT OF DISCLOSURE PROMOTING WELL-BEING

The Middle East Psychological Association (MEPA) is a professional organization dedicated to promoting mental health and well-being and firmly upholds the value of humanity. As an association that values the principles of human rights, we recognize the inherent preciousness of every life, and we acknowledge the immense psychological and emotional toll conflicts take upon individuals and communities. Prolonged exposure to crisis can lead to severe mental health difficulties.

MEPA considers mental well-being as our foremost priority, and we are wholeheartedly committed to delivering essential mental health assistance. Our mission is to foster resilience, support, recovery, and promote emotional healing for our entire community. As an association of dedicated psychologists, we can connect individuals that may need psychological assistance with qualified mental health professionals from our different country chapters and offer counseling to those enduring emotional distress.

For further details or to request our assistance, please contact us at info@mepa.me.

OUR MANDATE

Public Protection, Public Awareness, Professional Development, Peer Support, Peer Oversight

MEPA ELECTION NOMINATIONS FORM

Please list the name(s) of individuals you wish to nominate for the

2025-2027 MEPA Executive Committee, Sub-Committees, and Country Chapter’s positions

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

President:

The President is the administrative head of the association and reports to the Board of Trustees. Is responsible for the strategic leadership and daily operations of the association. Ensures that the association adheres to the bylaws and enforces the association’s policies and guidelines. Is responsible for running the association in a fair and efficient manner. Represents the association on international events as needed. Ensures accuracy of the minutes of meetings by reviewing them with the secretary. Shall preside at all meetings and shall perform all other usual duties of a presiding officer.

In the event that the President shall be unable to serve, the Vice-President shall serve as Acting President under the supervision of the Board of Trustees.

The President should be a PhD holder or equivalent and should be a MEPA member for at least one year before becoming a President. Membership dues must be paid up to date.

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Vice President:

The duties of the Vice-President include supporting the Executive Board and filling in for the President when he/she needs it. Ensures that the President’s duties and functions are executed smoothly. Prepares the monthly meetings with the President. Assists President in every way before, during and after meetings and special events. Presides over monthly meetings in the absence of the President.

The Vice-President should be a PhD holder or equivalent and should be a MEPA member for at least one year before becoming a Vice-President. Membership dues must be paid up to date.

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Secretary:

The Secretary shall create and safeguard all records of the organization. They will be responsible for keeping minutes of each meeting, distribute minutes of meetings via email to Executive Committee. Membership dues must be paid up to date.

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Treasurer:

The duties of the Treasurer include overseeing the custody of all membership dues and property of the organization. They will also oversee the receipt of all money by the organization, direct disbursements as provided under the terms of these bylaws, maintain the keeping of all financial accounts, prepare the annual budget in consultation with the President and the Board of Trustees, and make an annual financial report to the organization. In the event of the incapacity of the Treasurer or a vacancy in the position, the Vice-President will oversee the responsibilities until the position can be fulfilled. Treasurer membership dues must be paid up to date.

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Social Coordinator:

The Social Coordinator shall be responsible for the creation of flyers or marketing mails to advertise association’s events in conjunction with the President and Community Outreach Committee Chair. Responsible for maintaining and manage association’s social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, twitter, etc.) with the support of the Executive Committee members. Ensures proper media coverage at MEPA events and responsible for press releases together with President and Country Chapter’s Directors. Membership dues must be paid up to date.

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SUB-COMMITTEES

Membership Committee:

Membership Committee: Will consist of at least 2 members but no more than 5 and will be responsible for soliciting prospective members, review membership applications, keep an updated membership mailing list, and liaison with the Treasurer and members to collect membership dues. Membership dues must be paid up to date.

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Professional Development Committee:

Professional Development Committee: Will consist of at least 2 members but no more than 5 and will be responsible for the development of professional development programming. Will collaborate with Country Chapter Directors as well. Membership dues must be paid up to date.

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Community Outreach Committee:

Community Outreach Committee: Will consist of at least 2 members but no more than 5 and will be primarily responsible for creating outreach materials pertaining to MEPA and psychoeducational materials for public distribution. Members will also hold some responsibility for maintaining and updating MEPA websites, Facebook, Twitter, etc. with ongoing MEPA and psychological information/resources. Will collaborate with Country Chapter Directors as well. Membership dues must be paid up to date.

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Ethics Committee:

Ethics Committee: Will consist of at least 2 members but no more than 5 and will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of the MEPA Ethics Code. Members will also be responsible for when ethical violations have been reported and are obligated to work with the Executive Committee and Country Chapter Director to resolve ethical concerns regarding members and membership applicants. Membership dues must be paid up to date.

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COUNTRY CHAPTERS

A Country Chapter shall be established whenever one percent (1%) or more of the Members of the Association petition for it and the Executive Committee approves. Executive Committee may create such Country Chapter provided that (a) they represent an active and functionally unitary interest of a group of Members, (b) their proposed objectives fall within the scope of those specified in MEPA’s bylaws (c) their membership is not restricted on any basis other than psychological interest and qualifications and (d) the establishment of any new Country Chapter is not inimical to the welfare of any other Country Chapter already established.

A Country Chapter shall have a Director, a Secretary and a Treasurer.

KUWAIT

DIRECTOR

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SECRETARY

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TREASURER

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UAE

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BAHRAIN

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SAUDI ARABIA

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QATAR

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LEBANON

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JORDAN

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OMAN

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All Executive Committee Members may also hold some responsibility for updating MEPA websites, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc. with ongoing MEPA and psychological information. Additional committees may be created as needed.

Please NOTE: All Executive Committee, Sub-Committee, AND Country Chapter positions are on volunteer bases and duties should be performed with MEPA’s interest as the main-focus and not for personal interest.