APA International Humanitarian Award

AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION

APA International Humanitarian Award

The APA International Humanitarian Award is given to celebrate psychologists who use their skills and knowledge to serve humanity. It honors individuals who have gone above and beyond to provide psychological aid and support to people facing crises.The purpose of this award is to highlight the critical role of psychology in humanitarian work. It recognizes that in situations of war, disaster, and social upheaval, a person's psychological well-being is as important as their physical safety. The award's intention is to acknowledge the tireless efforts of psychologists who work to heal emotional wounds, rebuild communities, and advocate for the mental health of vulnerable populations around the world.

Sl	Name	Country	Year	Awarded For
24	Jafar Ahmadi	Iran	2024	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
23	Zeinab Musavi	Iran	2024	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
22	Garth Neufeld	United States	2023	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
21	Lucy Wairimu Mukuria	Kenya	2022	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
20	Bhava Nath Poudyal	Nepal	2021	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
19	Niels Peter Rygaard	Denmark	2020	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
18	Gargi Roysircar	United States	2019	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
17	Guerda M. Nicolas	United States	2018	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
16	Kathryn L. Norsworthy	United States	2017	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
15	Alan Poling	United States	2016	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
14	Sunil Bhatia	India	2015	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
13	Malcolm MacLachlan	Ireland	2014	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
12	M. Brinton Lykes	United States	2013	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
11	John Thoburn	United States	2012	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
10	Michael Wessells	United States	2009	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
9	Gundelina Velazco	Phillipines	2008	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
8	Joseph Prewitt Diaz	Puerto Rico	2008	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
7	Gerard A. (Jerry) Jacobs	United States	2007	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
6	Center for Victims of Torture	United States	2006	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
5	Eduardo Almeida	Mexico	2005	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
4	Chris E. Stout	United States	2004	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
3	Elizabeth Lira	Chile	2002	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
2	Karen L. Hanscom	United States	2001	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.
1	Nila Kapor-Stanulovic	Montenegro	1999	Recognizing extraordinary humanitarian work and activism by a psychologist, including professional and volunteer work conducted primarily in the field with underserved populations.

AMERICAN PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION

APA International Humanitarian Award

APA International Humanitarian Award

APA International Humanitarian Award Laureates (2030 ~ 2021)

Sayed Jafar Ahmadi

Zeinab Musavi

Garth Neufeld

Lucy Wairimu Mukuria

Bhava Nath Poudyal

APA International Humanitarian Award Laureates (2020 ~ 2011)

Niels Peter Rygaard

Gargi Roysircar

Guerda M. Nicolas

Kathryn L. Norsworthy

Alan Poling

Sunil Bhatia

Malcolm MacLachlan

M. Brinton Lykes

John Thoburn

APA International Humanitarian Award Laureates (2010 ~ 2001)

Michael Wessells

Joseph Prewitt Diaz

Gundelina Velazco

Gerard A. (Jerry) Jacobs

Center for Victims of Torture

Eduardo Almeida

Chris E. Stout

Elizabeth Lira Kornfeld

Karen L. Hanscom

APA International Humanitarian Award Laureates (2000 ~ 1998)

Nila Kapor-Stanulovic

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