We function within the organization through a feminist process that has been developing through the 20 years of FTI’s existence. We make a conscious commitment to anti-racist and anti-discriminatory policies and actions, as well as to becoming multiracial and multicultural.
We work to keep access to FTI leadership open, so that women previously under-represented can participate fully in shaping the goals, activities and products of the Institute. We continually identify problems of under-representation in membership, and develop further specific steps toward a full breadth of diversity.
Members come together for a weekend every one to two years to learn, engage, and connect with one another at Advanced Feminist Therapy Institutes ( AFTIs).
The Steering Committee follows through between meetings and holds interim responsibility.
A part-time Administrator who is responsible to the Steering Committee keeps the process of FTI flowing smoothly.
Every member in good standing is eligible for election to the Steering Committee; she may nominate herself or be nominated by another member. Each year, the terms of office of one-third of the Steering Committee expire. We are committed to sharing power and encouraging new leadership.
2005 - 2006 Steering Committee
Mary Ballou (Chair)
Susan Barrett
Mary Margaret Hart (Membership Chair)
Susie Kisber
(Secretary)
Carolyn West
The FTI Listserv enables members to stay in touch with one another and discuss issues relating to feminist therapy. If you would like moreIf you would lie more information on the listserv, or if you are an FTI member and would like to subscribe, please contact us at admin@feminist-therapy-institute.org.
Our informational brochure is available here
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