Berman-Gard Student Research Award
The Berman-Gard student research award will be granted to a graduate student whose research specifically focuses on the broad arena of employing psychological science to address events, circumstances, and/or interventions that further the well-being of the community or those at risk who live in the community.
This broad definition can describe a multitude of circumstances and/or interventions, designed to assist underserved, at risk populations. Some examples are: the impact of the immigrant experience on children and families; the psychological impact of natural or human-created disasters; the impact of COVID-19 on aspects of family life and/or dynamics; experiences of first-responders; bringing information about mental health and psychological well-being to the public, organizations that are working in the NGO or pro bono space, and/or the impact of a nonprofit organization’s program in the community. The research must be at the stage where the data has been collected, if not yet fully analyzed.
Applicants may be either Masters or Ph.D./Psy.D. level. Winners will be notified via email and on the GPF Website, and will receive a cash award and plaque.
Deadline: The applications for this award may be submitted by the researcher or their Mentor using the form linked below by March 15, 2025.
Learn about the 2024 Award winners:
1st place- Archita Birla, M.S.- Georgia Southern University
Runner up: Karrah Bowman- University of Georgia
Berman-Gard Excellence in Service Award
The Berman-Gard award has been established by Dr. Betsy Gard in honor of her late husband, Dr. Barry Berman. The award is given to a Georgia psychologist who has distinguished themselves by lending their expertise to a non-profit organization – either directly (ex., psychotherapy) or indirectly (ex., consultation or leadership). The services must be provided without compensation.
Winner will be notified via email and on the GPF Website, and will receive a cash award and plaque.
Deadline: Submissions of nominations for the award should be made by March 15, 2025 using the form linked below. Self nominations are welcome.
