In Loving Memory of Stephen Sokoloff
In Loving Memory of Stephen Sokoloff
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Statement on the Conflict in Israel and Gaza
We are horrified and heartbroken by the violence against children and families in Israel and Gaza, and we denounce the atrocities inflicted by Hamas that have caused widespread fear, pain, and death. These acts will not result in liberation, but in more hate and more lives lost. There is never justification for terrorism and it
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In Memory of Doris “Dorie” C. Kempner
In Loving Tribute to Doris “Dorie” C. Kempner, Honored Board Member
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2023 Sandy Chernick Scholarship Award of Excellence
Congratulations to the 2023 winner of the Sandy Chernick Award of Excellence, Priya Bhanderi! Priya was nominated for demonstrating the humanity, skill, and exemplifying qualities we seek in an Ackerman-trained family therapist.
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Thank You for Celebrating Allyship, Advocacy, and Affirmation with The Gender & Family Project
Thank you for being part of the Ackerman Institute’s Gender & Family Project Benefit! It was truly a night to remember, as we came together to celebrate Allyship, Advocacy, and Affirmation, in support of the Gender & Family Project’s work to empower youth, families, and communities with gender affirmative services, therapy, training, and research.
April Book of the Month | Racial Innocence: Unmasking Latino Anti-Black Bias and the Struggle for Equality by Tanya Katerí Hernández
Ackerman’s Community Book Club selection for April is Racial Innocence: Unmasking Latino Anti-Black Bias and the Struggle for Equality by Tanya Katerí Hernández.
February Book of the Month | The Isis Papers: The Keys to the Colors by Frances Cress Welsing
The Isis Papers: The Keys to the Colors by Frances Cress Welsing, was selected to offer a thought-provoking and provocative consideration of where racism and White supremacy come through the lens of a Black American Woman, educated and trained in the field of psychiatry.
January Book of the Month | Tell me How it Ends: An Essay in Forty Questions by Valeria Luiselli
This book was selected to help therapists consider the experience of of immigration, racism, and trauma while working with families. How can this book help us to deepen the connection between our clinical work and social responsibilities?