Mission Statement

Division 7 is the official subgroup of the American Psychological Association (APA) comprised of developmental psychologists and other members of APA from a variety of disciplines who study or work in the area of human development.

Mission Statement:
Division 7 was organized to (a) promote research in the field of developmental psychology; (b) facilitate the exchange of information about developmental psychology through the Division Newsletter, website, and APA Convention program; (c) enhance undergraduate and graduate education in developmental psychology, for example, through DOTDEP (Directors of Training in Developmental Psychology) and early career development (through grants and a communication network); (d) present awards to both new and established researchers for their outstanding contributions to developmental psychology; and (e) promote the use of scientific knowledge in both applied settings and public policy decisions relevant to the optimal development of infants, children, and adults.