To all those around the world who have expressed their concern and support in reaction to the recent disasters that have befallen Japan, please accept our heart-felt gratitude. We are shocked and saddened by the loss of life and suffering of the victims, and offer our sincerest condolences to those who have lost loved ones, including our colleagues and their families.

It is a welcome comfort to know that people in other countries sympathize with our plight. These catastrophes will likely challenge residents of Japan beyond anything most have experienced in their lifetimes. However, we hope that some unique societal characteristics will help our nation deal with difficulties that may now seem overwhelming, and eventually overcome them.

The JPA desires to offer all possible assistance in this crisis. Many of our members who are practitioners will likely be called upon to help address the health problems caused by the disasters, and many research agendas will be modified to reflect related issues. We hope the JPA can play an active role in recovery efforts.

Thank you for your continued support.

26 March 2011

Kazuo Shigemasu
President, Japanese Psychological Association

The new executive board has been organized as of June 4, 2011 with Takao Sato as the new president.
The new executive board will continue the policy set by the former executive board to assist the people affected by the devastating disaster.

9 July 2011

Takao Sato
President, Japanese Psychological Association