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Tanzanian Psychological Association

TAPA is the leading professional organization representing psychology in the Tanzania, with a good number of researchers, educators, clinicians, consultants, and students as its members.

Mission

The Tanzanian Psychological Association is a non- profit organization which has the mission to promote and to support psychological training and services in Tanzania

Principle objective

To promote the common interests of the members of the Association, who are practitioners of or who are involved in the field of psychology.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Mr. George Boniphace Chacha

Vice - President

Mr. Barnabas Nkinga Michael

Secretary General

Mr. Albano Sabino Michael

Deputy Secretary General

Ms. Monica Ngatuni

Treasurer

Mr. Saldeen H. Kimangale,

Excom Member Internationalization

Dr. Upendo Paul Biswalo

Excom Member Strategic Partnerships

Mr. Samwel Marko Mgilitwe

Student Representative

COMMITTEES

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ETHICS AND STANDARDS COMMITTEE

The Ethics and Standards Committee has an educational, advisory, regulatory, and consultative function. In relation to disciplinary issues, its role is mediatory rather than disciplinary

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PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE

This Committee engages in activities aimed at promoting the recognition of psychology as a science and the application of psychological services in Tanzania.

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PUBLICATIONS COMMITTEE

The Committee promotes publication and provides the Council with guidance on the creation of a variety of journals and other works thought to advance the goals of the Association

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CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

Address continuing education needs of the members, coordinate mentorship programs, professional supervision, and design training packages.

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THE TARIFFS AND PRACTICE ISSUES COMMITTEE

The Committee monitors and advocates for the needs of private practice psychologists, enhancing their professional reputation and representing them on issues such as tariffs.

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FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE

The primary aim of the association is to mobilize a diverse range of resources and strategically organize various fundraising activities. This concerted effort is directed towards the fulfillment of our core objective, ensuring the sustainable growth and impact of our initiatives.

BRANCHES

Southern Branch
Southern Branch

Leader: Mr.Josephat Christian Nkwera (Branch Leader)

Region: Iringa, Njombe, Mbeya, Rukwa, Ruvuma

Northern Branch
Northern Branch

Leader: Mr.Isack Kimario (Branch Leader)

Region: Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Tanga, Manyara

Eastern Branch
Eastern Branch

Leader: Mr. Boniphace David (Branch Leader)

Region: Dar es Salaam, Morogoro, Pwani, Zanzibar

Western-Central
Western-Central

Leader: Mr. Shabani Waziri Mnkai (Branch Leader)

Region: Singida, Dodoma, Kigoma, Tabora

Lake Branch
Lake Branch

Leader: Ms.Adelina Nsangira (Branch Leader)

Region: Mwanza, Shinyanga, Mara, Kagera

Coastal Branch
Coastal Branch

Leader: Fr.Hugo Lungu (Branch Leader)

Region: Lindi, Mtwara