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Jewish Psychologists Seek Recognition Amid Discrimination Debate

2/16/2026

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The Coalition of National Racial and Ethnic Psychological Associations opposed the formation of the Association of Jewish Psychologists, arguing Jewish psychologists are not underrepresented in the American Psychological Association (APA).
They cited APA's 2021 resolution, which did not address antisemitism.
The Anti-Defamation League criticized their stance as dismissing discrimination against Jewish psychologists and urged the APA to recognize the Association of Jewish Psychologists to ensure representation amid antisemitism concerns.

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The Coalition of National Racial and Ethnic Psychological Associations opposed the formation of the Association of Jewish Psychologists, arguing Jewish psychologists are not underrepresented in the American Psychological Association (APA).
They cited APA's 2021 resolution, which did not address antisemitism.
The Anti-Defamation League criticized their stance as dismissing discrimination against Jewish psychologists and urged the APA to recognize the Association of Jewish Psychologists to ensure representation amid antisemitism concerns.