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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · 1d

Interested in learning about leadership in AP-LS? Consider joining the Embracing Leadership program! Applications are due December 15. Apply now here- buff.ly/c1NBRQs @aplssc.bsky.social

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · 2d

Are you a graduate student member of AP-LS with an active IRB-approved research project? Apply now for the graduate student grants-in-aid! For more information and to apply- buff.ly/wkGIaSU @aplssc.bsky.social

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · 19d

The AP-LS Practice Committee invites you to the third 2025 Webinar: American Indian Law 101. Join us online on 10/2 at 12pm PST/3pm EST. Register at tinyurl.com/25PCweb3 @aplssc.bsky.social

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · 20d

The CE Committee is accepting proposals for pre-conference workshops! Want to present on an innovative and cutting-edge topic? Read the submission requirements here and submit yours by October 15- buff.ly/w6zki9b #apls2026 @aplssc.bsky.social

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · 21d

Join us in the Biggest Little City in the World! The 2026 Annual Conference is set for March 12-14 in Reno, Nevada. We're accepting conference proposals now until October 15. Submission details can be found here- buff.ly/51fIY0c. #apls2026 @aplssc.bsky.social

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · 28d

Have you edited a book in 2023 or 2024, or enjoyed an exceptional edited volume released during these years? Consider putting forward the book for the 2026 AP-LS Book Award! Send your nominations to the Committee Chair, Elizabeth Foster, until 11/1/25. @lhb-apls.bsky.social @aplssc.bsky.social

American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Sep 3

The AP-LS book series editorial board seeks self-nominations for associate editors to join the board beginning 1/1/26. Review of applicants will begin 10/15. If you are interested in applying, please email a self-nomination letter to Monica Miller, editor- [email protected]. @lhb-apls.bsky.social

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Aug 21

Congratulations 🎉 to the 2025 Undergraduate Paper Award winners: Lucy Tomlinson, Maddie Stine, and Liam Gorsuch. Kudos to their mentors as well for their support! @aplssc.bsky.social

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Law and Human Behavior @lhb-apls.bsky.social · Aug 12

🌟 Build your editorial leadership! Law & Human Behavior seeks an Editorial Fellow (≤10 yrs postdoc) from historically underrepresented groups in psychology. Work with editors, gain peer-review experience, & have the opportunity to join the Editorial Board. Apply by Nov 1, 2025! @ap-ls.org

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Law and Human Behavior @lhb-apls.bsky.social · Jun 30

A new special issue has been released! Guest Editors Brandon Garrett, Christopher King, and David DeMatteo have put together a tremendous issue on Justice, Legitimacy, and Technology. Check out all the articles in the issue here- buff.ly/nAfY2zt @aplssc.bsky.social @ap-ls.org

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Jun 18

🗳️ The results are in! Congratulations to our newly elected Executive Committee leaders! We would also like to extend our appreciation to all the candidates who participated in this election. @aplssc.bsky.social

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Jun 11

🚨 Want to get more involved with AP-LS and take the first step toward a leadership role? Now’s the time! Our annual Volunteer Drive is open and we’re inviting all members to join a Division 41 Committee. Ready to make an impact? Fill out the survey by June 30!

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Jun 4

The AP-LS Practice Committee invites you to the second 2025 Webinar: Working with Interpreters. Join us online on 6/18 at 10am PST/1pm EST. Register at tinyurl.com/25PCweb2

American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Apr 21

AP-LS President @cameissner.bsky.social and Dr. Hayley Cleary recently discussed their contributions to the Police Induced Confessions 2.0 Scientific Review Paper on the Truth Be Told podcast. Check out the full conversation with podcast host David Thompson here- www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-BS....

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Apr 14

APLS is co-sponsoring an exclusive webinar with American Psychological Association President Debra Kawahara, PhD and Chief Advocacy Officer Katherine Brunett McGuire is being held 4/17/25 3PM PT.

Register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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APA Journals @apajournals.bsky.social · Apr 2

Editor of Law and Human Behavior @lhb-apls.bsky.social, David DeMatteo, is trained in both #psychology and #law and his research focuses on identifying ways of influencing law, policy, and practice using social science. Read our interview with Dr. DeMatteo! bit.ly/4hKV7q9 @ap-ls.org

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Apr 8

The AP-LS Practice Committee invites you to the first 2025 Webinar: Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Join us online on 4/23 at 10am PST/1pm EST. Register at tinyurl.com/25PCwebinar1

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Mar 15

Hope everyone enjoyed #apls2025! See you next year in Reno for #apls2026!

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Mar 15

More correctional psychology research is needed to enact better living conditions for incarcerated individuals and working conditions for those who are employed in correctional institutions. Thank you to Ashley Batastini & David Pitts for your insights into this important area! #apls2025

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Gilat Bachar @gilatjbachar.bsky.social · Mar 14

What a great @ap-ls.org Legal Scholars Committee panel on due process, procedural justice and technology. Thanks @jurygirl.bsky.social, Tom Tyler, Avital Mentovich and Brandon Garrett. #APLS2025

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AP-LS Students @aplssc.bsky.social · Mar 14

The AP-LS Fun Run was fantastic! No rain's gonna cancel our fun! #APLS2025

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Mar 14

Today’s plenary addressed the timely topic of trust in psych, law, science, & institutions. Panelists Amy Fettig, Joe Hamm, & Anthony Perillo shared their perspectives on why trust has eroded and how to build public trust in science & legal settings. Thank you to Tess Neal for moderating! #apls2025

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Mar 14

During his address last night, AP-LS President Chris Meissner led a discussion launching a strategic planning project to pave the way for a bright future for AP-LS. AP-LS members will have their input solicited in the next several months! #apls2025

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Ashley Batastini, PhD @drashleybatastini.bsky.social · Mar 14

Get out of the gloomy weather and join the Corrections Committee THIS EVENING for a networking and social hour @ap-ls.org.

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American Psychology-Law Society @ap-ls.org · Mar 14

Today’s opening plenary discussed the difficulties of bringing psychology and legal fields together to tackle issues with an interdisciplinary approach. Thank you to our panelists Gilat Backar, Kenworthey Bilz, & Barbara Spellman; and to Lori Hoetger-Fendrick for moderating! #apls2025

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