Presidential Citation

Recipients of presidential citations are selected by the Division president and often go to individual or organizations whose mission and work are consistent with the president's theme or focus.

2010 winner

Fritz Klein, M.D. - The American Institute of Bisexuality (AIB) was formed by Fritz Klein, M.D., on July 23, 1998. Dr. Klein (1932–2006) was a psychiatrist and sex researcher who wrote the book The Bisexual Option. Dr. Klein also devised the Klein Sexual Orientation Grid, a multi-dimensional system for describing complex sexual orientation, similar to the familiar “zero-to-six” Kinsey scale of sexual orientation but measuring seven different aspects of sexual orientation and identity separately as they relate person’s past, present, and ideal future. Many of us have used this grid in our research.

Klein left a generous bequest to AIB to continue his work. AIB’s mission, which was formulated before he passed away, is: “AIB encourages, supports, and assists research and education about bisexuality, through programs likely to make a material difference and enhance public knowledge and awareness.”

In recent years, AIB has funded nine completed or ongoing academic research projects in three countries, as well as scholarships and awards including the Fritz Klein Fellowship and the Bisexual Foundation Scholarship Award of Division 44 of the American Psychological Association. AIB also supports the Journal of Bisexuality and the Internet publication BiMagazine.org, as well as conference presentations and other activities to increase knowledge and awareness about bisexuality. (Photo of Carlos Legaspy and Regina Reinhardt, directors of the American Institute of Bisexuality)

2009 winner

Rebecca E. Fox - In conjunction with this year's Presidential Initiative and Convention Theme, Living Well: Advancing Competent, Available and Accessible Healthcare For the LGBT Community, the division is proud to recognize Rebecca E. Fox, Executive Director of the National Coalition for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Health. The Coalition is the leading national organization working to improve the health of the LGBT community through advocacy, outreach, and education. She is also an Adjunct Professor at George Washington University. She has a diverse advocacy resume.

She serves on the boards of Choice USA, a national organization that mobilizes and supports the diverse, upcoming generation of leaders who promote and protect reproductive choice, and the Washington Area Clinic Defense Task Force, a local organization working to ensure access for all women to reproductive health services. Ms. Fox worked as the Assistant Director for Public Policy at the Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States. Adding to her public policy activity, she monitored federal legislation pertaining to health insurance, gender-based discrimination, and reproductive rights at the National Partnership for Women and Families.

2008 winner

California Psychological Association - The 2008 Division 44 Presidential Citation is awarded to the California Psychological Association for their efforts in educating the California Supreme Court regarding the negative psychological consequences of marriage discrimination. The amicus brief filed by CPA was cited by the justices of the California Supreme Court in their decision affirming marriage equality in California.

2007 winner

Arkansas Psychological Association - The 2007 Division 44 Presidential Citation is awarded to the Arkansas Psychological Association for their efforts in providing accurate, research-based, information regarding same-sex couples and their children to the Arkansas legislature in opposition to SB-959 which would have prohibited same-sex couples from participating in Foster Care and Adoptions.

Past winners