GPA elects new National President

The Ghana Psychological Association (GPA) has elected Dr Richmond Acquah-Coleman as its new National President at this year’s Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Dr Acquah-Coleman, a seasoned Industrial and Organisational Psychologist, has served the association in various leadership roles such as Public Relations Officer, Treasurer, and National Secretary, thereby bringing  over eight years of executive experience to his new role. 

With a strong background in organisational psychology, employee mental health, and academia, Dr Coleman aims to enhance professional development for psychologists, raise public awareness on mental health issues, and advocate improved mental health policies.

In his acceptance speech, the seasoned Psychologist expressed gratitude for the confidence placed in him by the GPA and reaffirmed his dedication to advancing psychology and promoting mental health and wellbeing across Ghana.

He will work alongside a dynamic team of newly elected executives; Mr Peter Mintir Amadu (Vice President), Mr Seth Asafo (Secretary), and Mr Feikoab Parimah (Treasurer).

Others include Dr Isaac Newman-Arthur (Public Relations Officer), and Ms Sarah Woldeamanuel (Organising Secretary) to strengthen the GPA’s influence and impact on mental health advocacy and professional growth within the psychological community.

By Elizabeth Agyeibea Ackon