A collection of narratives entitled "Growing Up with Autism: Journeys of Love, Devotion, and Hope", edited by Lirio Sobrevinas- Covey, Ph.D. (U.S. FWN100™ 2013), was launched on October 22, 2016 at the Ateneo Law School in Makati. The book launch was held in conjunction with the 5th Annual Symposium organized by the Association for Adults with Autism Philippines (AAAP).
Lirio is the founder and president of AAAP and is Professor of Clinical Psychology at Columbia University Medical Center, New York, NY.
Filipino American Psychology: Past, Present, and Future Conference at Wright Institute in Berkeley, January 30th
The Asian American Psychological Association's Division on Filipino Americans is gearing up for Filipino American Psychology Conference in Berkeley, California this January. Amazing opportunity to learn about psychological issues important for the Filipino American community, and toconnect with other professionals in a supportive, familial environment. Prominent Filipino American psychologists will conduct presentations, including Dr. E. J. R. David and Dr. Kevin Nadal. Topics include Working with Filipino American Clients, Activism, Community Organizing & Mental Health and Intersectional Identities.