Psychology Group Pushes Back on House Antisemitism Report

October 30, 2026 - 20:54

The American Psychological Association is disputing a congressional report that accused the organization of failing to address antisemitism within its ranks. In a statement, the association's president Wendi S. Williams and CEO Arthur C. Evans, Jr. said the group has "held listening sessions" with Jewish psychologists to hear their experiences and concerns directly.

The House report had criticized the association's handling of discrimination complaints and suggested the group was not doing enough to protect Jewish members. The association's leadership rejected that characterization, pointing to ongoing efforts to gather feedback from Jewish professionals in the field and to review its policies on harassment and bias.

Williams and Evans said the listening sessions are part of a broader push to ensure the organization's climate is welcoming to all members. They added that the association takes reports of discrimination seriously and is committed to addressing them through established channels.

The dispute comes amid wider scrutiny of professional associations and their responses to antisemitism. The association said it will continue engaging with members and will share updates on any policy changes that result from the feedback it has collected.