APA and Catalyst Women

Catalyst Women
http://www.catalystwomen.org

Mission and History

Catalyst is the leading research and advisory organization working with businesses and the professions to build inclusive environments and expand opportunities for women at work. As an independent, nonprofit membership organization, Catalyst conducts research on all aspects of women’s career advancement and provides strategic and web-based consulting services globally. With the support and confidence of member corporations and firms, Catalyst remains connected to business and its changing needs. In addition, Catalyst honors exemplary business initiatives that promote women’s leadership with the annual Catalyst Award. With offices in New York, San Jose, and Toronto, Catalyst is consistently ranked No. 1 among U.S. nonprofits focused on women’s issues by The American Institute of Philanthropy.

Catalyst Vision
Catalyst seeks a world that supports and encourages every woman in her career aspirations and places no limits on where her skills and energy can take her.

Catalyst Values

People—Catalyst values the respectful treatment and development of people. Our strength lies in the diversity of our people—their backgrounds, experiences, styles, and approaches to doing work.
Knowledge—Catalyst pursues, disseminates, and applies knowledge. We link theory with practice, providing all stakeholders with the information and tools necessary to put knowledge into action.
Innovation—Catalyst embodies originality, openness, and flexibility in all aspects of our work. As thought leaders in making change, we create cutting-edge ideas, services, products, and solutions.
Celebration—Catalyst publicly honors, recognizes, and reinforces achievements of the business community, individuals, and our staff. In having fun while we work, we are strong.
Excellence—Catalyst strives for excellence and quality in everything we do. We operate with integrity, honesty, and trustworthiness in our work and in our interactions with others.

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American Psychological Association
http://www.apa.org/topics/topicwomenmen.html