Community Psychology Association of India (CPAI)
Empowering Communities, Transforming Lives
Empowering Communities, Transforming Lives
The Community Psychology Association of India (CPAI) is a professional body founded in 1988 at the University of Lucknow, dedicated to advancing psychological research, practice, and advocacy to foster social justice, well-being, and community resilience.
CPAI brings together psychologists, educators, researchers, social workers, mental health professionals, and community leaders to bridge the gap between psychological science and community action. It is registered under the Society Act of the Government of India.
Our mission is to empower communities by promoting mental health, conducting evidence-based research, building capacity through training, and influencing public policy for inclusive development. We operate through initiatives such as Community Counseling Centers, programs on aging, adolescent mental health, and gender & social inclusion.
CPAI also publishes the Indian Journal of Community Psychology and a quarterly e-bulletin, and hosts national and international conferences to promote knowledge exchange and professional growth.
To foster thriving, inclusive, and empowered communities through the application of psychological principles in promoting social justice, well-being, and systemic change.
Advance the field of community psychology through research, advocacy, and intervention programs.
Promote mental health awareness and accessibility at the grassroots level.
Encourage interdisciplinary collaborations to tackle social challenges.
Train and support community psychologists, mental health professionals, and volunteers.
Influence public policies to ensure mental health equity and social inclusion.
We conduct evidence-based research on mental health, resilience, and psychosocial issues across diverse populations.
Organizing workshops, internships, and fellowships to nurture psychologists, social workers, and community leaders.
Implementing mental health awareness campaigns and intervention programs for vulnerable groups.
Collaborating with government bodies and NGOs to influence mental health and social welfare policies.
Supporting LGBTQ+, elderly, and marginalized communities through inclusive programs and services.
Publishing journals, bulletins, and books to disseminate knowledge in community psychology.
