Division 47: Society for Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology

**About Division 47** Founded in 1986, Division 47 represents the field of sport, exercise, and performance psychology. The division is a hub for support of professional practice, research, and education, and promotes specialized knowledge, skills, and procedures associated with the delivery of psychological services within sport, exercise, and performance domains. **Mission** To foster the advancement, communication, and application of science and knowledge in sport, exercise, and performance psychology to: - promote human rights, equity, and inclusion; - enhance performance and quality experience; - benefit society and improve lives. **Vision** To grow a strong and diverse field of sport, exercise, and performance psychology that fosters connection, empowers people to pursue their goals, and inspires positive change. **Values** **Build on a foundation of science** Ensure standards of excellence in the practice, education, policies, programs, and services of sport, exercise, and performance psychology, informed by science, interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative progress in the field. **Advocate for sport, exercise, and performance psychology and allied professionals** **Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to promoting sport, exercise, and performance psychology while supporting and unifying those who make it their profession.** **Respect and promote human rights, equity, diversity, and inclusion** **Focus on human rights, equity, and dignity for all those within sport, exercise, and performance psychology’s reach. Further the understanding and appreciation of differences, promote representation and inclusivity in all we do, and strive to foster a sense of belonging in the membership.** **Engage with and deliver value to members** **Provide resources, opportunities, and networks that help all members at every stage of their careers in sport, exercise, and performance psychology.**