Associations
The International Society for the Psychoanalytic Study of Organizations (ISPSO)
Posted October 15th, 2008 by maarten.vannesteThe International Society for the Psychoanalytic Study of Organizations (ISPSO) provides a forum for academics, clinicians, consultants and others interested in working in and with organizations utilizing psychoanalytic concepts and insights.
The Society's aim is to share organizational research, consultation and experiences in the context of psychoanalysis. The ISPSO holds an annual meeting and symposium, locally organized study groups and ongoing discussions on the Internet and encourages scholarship and research in the field.
Founded in 1985 by some of the most distinguished contributors to the field, the organization presently has a membership of over 200, coming from over twenty countries.
International Association of Facilitators
Posted February 25th, 2008 by administratorPeople who can build consensus, maximize participation and move toward action are in high demand in today's world. The International Association of Facilitators (IAF) is the recognized source for credible and valuable professional help for practicing facilitators.
IAF members work and consult with corporations, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, schools, educational institutions and communities in over 30 countries. They contribute to organizational and social change using applied group process methodologies.
the Society of Cognitive Science
Posted February 25th, 2008 by administratorHilsdale, New Jersey
Cognitive Science Society, Inc.
Posted February 25th, 2008 by administratorThe Cognitive Science Society, Inc. brings together researchers from many fields who hold a common goal: understanding the nature of the human mind. The Society promotes scientific interchange among researchers in disciplines comprising the field of Cognitive Science, including Artificial Intelligence, Linguistics, Anthropology, Psychology, Neuroscience, Philosophy, and Education.
Cognitive Science Society, Inc. c/o Prof. Thomas B. Ward
Department of Psychology
Box 870348 University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0348 205-348-3178
Society Fax +1: 512-471-3053
The Employee Involvement Association
Posted February 25th, 2008 by administratorThe employee involvement association is an internationally recognized organization serving professional managers and administrators of employee involvement and suggestion programs for over 64 years (in 2007) by providing quality educational programs, publications, benchmarking and networking opportunities. Our members are leaders in ideas and suggestions systems.
Employee Involvement is the keystone of organizational development, nurturing the empowerment of people.
EIA is committed to increasing organizational effectiveness through the imagination of employees. Our members work in a broad range of industries who understand that their employees have the ideas to help make their companies more productive and profitable.
The Social Capital Foundation
Posted February 25th, 2008 by administratorTSCF pursues the promotion of social capital and social cohesion. "Social Capital" is a resource that can be used to revitalize social cohesiveness, and can be defined as a set of mental dispositions and attitudes favoring cooperative behaviors within society; in this sense, it equals the spirit of community.
Snail-mail: B. P. 30, 1310 Terhulpen, Belgium
Skype: TSCF_Presidency
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