14/11/2025
Message from the PsySSA President:
“It is both a privilege and an honour to serve as President of the Psychological Society of South Africa (PsySSA) from October 2025 to October 2026. I am grateful to the Past Presidents whose exceptional leadership and vision have laid a strong foundation for this prestigious Society, and to our dedicated administrative team whose efficiency and commitment continues to ensure the Society’s success.
As President, I am committed to leading PsySSA in alignment with its strategic priorities - to advance psychology as a science and profession of global standing, to champion transformation within our field, and to ensure that psychology remains relevant in addressing the diverse psychological needs of all South Africans.
The cornerstones of psychology, in my view, are the promotion of psychological well-being, social responsibility, justice, and community empowerment. These principles remind us that psychology must not only make a positive impact on society but also remain responsive to the social realities that shape our nation.
During my term, I aim to focus on some of the pressing psychological challenges of our time: expanding public awareness and equitable access to psychological services; harnessing technology and artificial intelligence ethically and effectively; addressing the psychological dimensions of climate change; promoting mental health and resilience; and creating more opportunities for the training and development of psychological practitioners to serve communities in sustainable and ethically grounded ways.
I look forward to collaborating closely with all PsySSA committees and divisions as we strengthen our collective voice and impact. Together, we can continue building a Society that reflects the best of South African psychology - inclusive, forward-thinking, and transformative.
I sincerely thank the PsySSA Council, Executive Committee, and all members for the trust you have placed in me to lead this dynamic and powerful Society.”
Prof Jace Pillay - PsySSA President
