Mariam Keshvari | Community Librarianship | Best Researcher Award

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Mariam Keshvari | Community Librarianship | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr Mariam Keshvari University of Isfahan, Iran

With a focus on “Community Information Services,” “Library Marketing,” and “Scientometrics,” she delves into the intricate realms of information dissemination and scholarly evaluation. As an educator, she imparts her expertise through courses on Scientometrics, Outreach Services of Libraries, Community Information Services, Reference Services, Evaluation of Scientific Materials, and Scientific Indexes and Abstracts, nurturing a generation of information professionals adept at navigating the evolving landscape of knowledge dissemination and utilization.

Education:

She is Mariam Keshvari, currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Knowledge and Information Science at the University of Isfahan. With a profound academic background, she obtained her Master’s degree in Knowledge and Information Science (KIS) from Shahid Chamran University in 2009, laying a solid foundation for her scholarly pursuits. Driven by a passion for advancing her field, she pursued further studies and successfully completed her Ph.D. in Knowledge and Information Science (KIS) from the same institution in 2019, showcasing her dedication to academic excellence and specialization in her chosen domain. As an Assistant Professor, she brings her extensive expertise and research acumen to the forefront, enriching the academic environment at the University of Isfahan. Her contributions extend beyond the classroom, encompassing research endeavors and scholarly publications that contribute to the advancement of Knowledge and Information Science, thereby shaping the future of the field. With a commitment to excellence in both teaching and research, she continues to inspire and mentor the next generation of scholars in the vibrant landscape of information science.

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Experience:

She dedicated fourteen years of her career as a librarian in public libraries across Lorestan province, Iran, from 2008 to 2022. Throughout this extensive tenure, she fervently championed the cause of literacy and reading promotion, especially in underprivileged regions, with a particular emphasis on enriching the lives of children and teenagers. Her efforts transcended conventional library services as she actively engaged in community outreach initiatives to instill a love for reading among the youth. Her commitment to storytelling as a powerful tool for nurturing imagination and fostering empathy earned her recognition as the top storyteller at Iran’s inaugural storytelling festival hosted by the Public Libraries Institution in 2019. Additionally, in 2017, amidst the aftermath of devastating floods in certain areas of Iran, she exemplified her dedication to literacy by spearheading reading and storytelling campaigns aimed at providing solace and support to the affected children and teenagers. Her unwavering passion for promoting reading culture and her tireless endeavors in leveraging literature to uplift communities underscore her profound impact as a librarian and advocate for literacy in Iran’s public libraries.

Publications:

  1. Co-authorship of Iranian researchers in science, social science, art and humanities citation indexes in the web of science between 2000 and 2006 Cited By : 57, Published By : 2010
  2. Modelling influential factors on customer loyalty in public libraries: a study of West Iran Cited By : 46, Published By : 2015
  3. Enhancing the loyalty of library customers using social media Cited By : 9, Published By : 2013
  4. Mapping Scientific Outputs of Public Libraries Using Co-word Network Analysis Cited By : 7, Published By : 2019
  5. Visualizing the structure of scientific output of Iranian scholars in Science Citation Index (SCI) during 2000-2006 Cited By : 6, Published By : 2010
  6. The Moderating Role of Customer Involvement in Library’s Services in the Relationship between Perceived Value and Satisfaction with the Customer Loyalty to the Public Libraries … Cited By : 4, Published By : 2015
  7. Participation of librarians in virtual social networks to provide services during the covid-19 epidemic (case study: librarians of public libraries in Tehran) Cited By : 2, Published By : 2023
  8. Identifying the strategic position of Iran’s public libraries in the encounter of the closure of face-to-face services due to the outbreak of Covid-19 virus by the SWOT method Cited By : 2, Published By : 2022
  9. Comparison of the Experts’ Perspectives to SciVal Database’s FWCI Index in Identification of Top Authors (Case Study: Top Iranian Authors in Funda- mental Sciences Area from … Cited By : 2, Published By : 2019
  10. Visualization of Hot Topics and Global Trends in Community Librarianship (With an Emphasis on the Role of Public Libraries) Published By : 2024

 

Douglas Haldeman | LGBTQ issues | Best Researcher Award

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Douglas Haldeman – Leading Researcher in LGBTQ issues

Dr Douglas Haldeman , a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, Academician/Research Scholar JFK Shool of Psychology, United States. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to LGBTQ issues into Social Media and Digital Marketing applications.

🎓Education:

He completed his B.A. in Drama at the University of Washington in 1973 before pursuing an M.A. in Teaching at Stanford University in 1975. Later, in 1984, he achieved his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of Washington. His educational journey reflects a diverse range of disciplines, from drama to teaching and ultimately counseling psychology, showcasing a comprehensive and multidimensional academic background.

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Experience:

Throughout his distinguished career, he has been actively involved in various leadership and advisory roles. From 2019 to 2022, he served as a dedicated member of the Board of Directors for Rainbow Street, an organization focused on providing relief for LGBT refugees. Prior to this, he demonstrated a long-standing commitment to the American Insurance Trust, where he served as Chair from 2018 to 2019 and as a Trustee from 2009 to 2019. His leadership extended to the California Psychological Association, where he held the position of Past President in 2017 and served on the Board of Directors from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, his influence reached a national level as a member of the APA Council Leadership Team from 2015 to 2017 and as a member of the Policy and Planning Board for the American Psychological Association in 2014. His dedication to the field is further exemplified by his roles on the Board of Trustees for the Association for the Advancement of Psychology from 2010 to 2012 and on the Board of Directors for the American Psychological Association from 2006 to 2008. Simultaneously, he maintained an independent practice in counseling psychology in Seattle, WA, from 1983 to 2013. His extensive expertise in the field is underscored by his role as a Clinical Instructor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Washington from 1988 to 2013, as well as his work as an Aviation Psychologist Evaluator for the Federal Aviation Administration during the same period. Throughout his multifaceted career, he has consistently demonstrated a profound dedication to advancing psychological well-being and advocating for the rights and support of diverse communities.

Awards and Honors:

  1. APA Monitor’s one of “33 Most Influential Psychologists in the US,” (2018, August)
  2. Member, National Academies of Practice (Psychology) 2011
  3. John D. Black Award for professional contributions to Counseling Psychology (Society of Counseling Psychology, 2007)
  4. APA Presidential Citation, 2005
  5. Distinguished Professional Contribution to Psychology, Georgia Psychological Association (Division H), 2005
  6. Outstanding Scholarly Contribution, Special Issue on Religion and Conversion Therapy, The Counseling Psychologist, 2005, Society of Counseling Psychology (APA Division 17)
  7. Outstanding Leadership Award, APA Public Interest Caucus (2004)
  8. Outstanding Professional Achievement Award, APA Committee on Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Concerns (2002)
  9. Distinguished Contribution to Education and Training, Society for the Psychological Study for Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Issues (Division 44) (2000)
  10. Distinguished Professional Contribution, Society for the Psychological Study of Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Issues (Division 44) (1999)
  11. Distinguished Psychologist Award, Washington State Psychological Association (1996)
  12. Outstanding Contribution, Washington State Psychological Association Committee on Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Concerns (1992)
  13. Teacher of the Year, Harbor High School (Santa Cruz, CA) (1980)
  14. Master Teacher Award, Santa Cruz (CA) City Schools, (1979)

Member at Large, APA Board of Directors (2006 – 2008):

  • Liaison to the APA Insurance Trust (2006)
  • Liaison to Ethics Committee; Chair, Board Ethics Subcommittee (2006-2008)
  • Member, BOD/CAPP Coordinating Subcommittee (2006-2008)
  • Liaison (with Dr. Melba Vasquez) to Public Interest Directorate (2007-2008)
  • Liaison to CSFC (Committee on Structure and Function of Council) (2007-2008)
  • Liaison to APAGS (American Psychological Association of Graduate Students) (2007-2008)

Society for the Psychological Study of Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Issues (Division 44):

  • Representative to APA Council, 2001-2005; President, 1996-1997; President-Elect, 1995-1996; Past President, 1996-1997
  • Member, Joint Task Force (with Committee on Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Concerns) on Professional Practice Guidelines, 1993-2000 (Co-Chair, 1994-1996)
  • Fellows Committee, 2000 & 2004
  • Division Representative to Cluster Convention Programming, 2001-2003
  • Division Representative to Joint Task Force (with Division 19) on Sexual Orientation and Military Service, 2004

Psychologists in Independent Practice (Division 42):

  • Diversity Representative to APA Council (2010-present)
  • Member at Large, Division Board of Directors 2003-2005
  • Diversity Committee, member, 2009-2010 Chair, 2010-present
  • Membership Committee, 2002-2004 (Chair, 2003)
  • Fellows Committee, 2004-2006 (Chair, 2005)

Society of Counseling Psychology (Division 17) :

  • Chair, APA Governance Nominations and Elections (2009-2011)
  • Member, APA Awards Committee (2004-2006)
  • Member, Section on Independent Practice (2003 – present)
  • Member, Section on LGBT Awareness (2002 – present)

Society for the Psychological Study of Men and Masculinity (Division 51):

  • Member at Large, Division Board of Directors (200-2003)
  • Division Representative to Divisions for Social Justice coalition (2001-2005)
  • Other Division memberships: 29 (Psychotherapy); 31 (State, Provincial and Territorial Association Affairs); 43 (Family Psychology); 45 (Ethnic Minority issues); 56 (Trauma Psychology).

APA Board and Committee Memberships :

  • Board for the Advancement of Psychology in the Public Interest (2009-2011); Chair, 2011
  • CLGBC (Committee on Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Concerns) 1994-1996; Chair, 1996
  • Ethics Committee (Associate Member) 2000-2002
  • CSFC (Committee on Structure and Function of Council) 2003-2005

Caucuses of APA Council of Representatives:

  • LGBT Caucus, Chair (2010-2012)
  • Association of Practicing Psychologists: President, 2005; Implementation Chair, 2003-2004; Treasurer, 2011-present
  • Public Interest Caucus: Chair, 2003-2004; Treasurer, 2001-2002

Editorial Positions:

  • Consulting Editor, Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity (2013-present)
  • Consulting Editor, Journal of Lesbian and Gay Mental Health (2012 – present)
  • Consulting Editor, Practice Innovations (2014-present)
  • Guest reviewer, Applied Developmental Science (2010)
  • Consulting Editor, Professional Psychology; Research and Practice (1997-2003; 2005 – present)
  • Associate Editor, Journal of Clinical Psychology (2010-2011)
  • Consulting Editor, Journal of Men and Masculinity, (2006-2010)
  • Guest Reviewer, Traumatology (2009)
  • Associate Editor, Journal of Lesbian and Gay Psychotherapy (1997 – present)

Publications:

  1. Haldeman, D. (2022). Sexual Orientation Conversion Therapy. In Goldberg, A. (Ed), The SAGE Encyclopedia of LGBT Studies. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
  2. Haldeman, D. (2021). Social justice and psychology: Why we should care. The California Psychologist, 54(2), 12-15.
  3. Hancock, K. & Haldeman, D. (2020). A history of sexual orientation and mental health. In E. Rothblum (Ed.) Oxford Handbook of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity. New York: Oxford Press.
  4. Haldeman, D. (2020).  Out of the shadows: Improving health care for sexual minority and gender diverse individuals. In J. Zimmerman, J. Barnett & L. Campbell (Eds.), Bringing Psychotherapy to the Underserved: Challenges and Strategies, 123-144, New York: Oxford Press.
  5. Haldeman, D. (2018). Appropriate therapeutic responses to questioning sexual orientation. Journal of Health Service Psychology. Washington, D.C.: National Register.
  6. Haldeman, D. (2017). A curriculum for mental health providers working with gay men. SAMHSA Policy Statement. Washington, D.C.: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Association.
  7. Pantalone, D., Haldeman, D., & Martell, C. (2017).  LGBT patients in the health care setting. In O.Z. Sahler & J.E. Carr (Eds.), The Behavioral Sciences and Health Care, 2nd Ed.  Goettingen, Germany: Hogrefe & Haber
  8. Hancock, K. & Haldeman, D. (2017). Between the lines: Media coverage of Orlando and beyond. Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity, 4(2), 152-159.
  9. Haldeman, D. (2017). Inspiration you can use: Connecting practice, community, and culture.  The California Psychologist, 50(1), 12-15.
  10. Haldeman, D. (2016). Sexual orientation conversion therapy. In A. Goldberg (Ed.), The Sage Encyclopedia of LGBTQ Issues. Los Angeles: Sage Press.