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Official BlueSky account of the International Society of Political Psychology (ISPP), exploring the link between politics and psychology.

Follow the Political Psychology journal account for updates: @ispp-pops.bsky.social

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🌍 Call for ISPP 2026 Awards Nominations! 🌍
The International Society of Political Psychology (ISPP) is now accepting nominations for all 2026 awards, to be presented at the ISPP Annual Meeting in Newcastle, United Kingdom.

✨ Awards include:
Awards & Recognitions - ISPP
Background, past winners, current selection committee chairpersons, and application procedures can be access by clicking on the links below. Our nomination process for the 2026 awards is now open. Ple...
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November 7, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Call for Papers – ISPP 49th Annual Meeting

Submissions are now open for the 2026 ISPP Annual Meeting, taking place July 16–19, 2026, in Newcastle, United Kingdom.

Learn more and submit your proposal: https://ispp.eventsair.com/ispp-2026-annual-meeting

#ISPP2026 #CallForPapers #PoliticalPsychology
October 9, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Call for Nominations!
The ISPP is seeking nominations for several leadership roles, including President-Elect, Vice President for Communications and Publications, and five members of the Governing Council (serving July 2026–July 2029).
ISPP Constitution - ISPP
CONSTITUTION OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF POLITICAL PSYCHOLOGY (Ratified, July 16, 2020; Bylaws updated July 2, 2025) Please click HERE to view the current ISPP Constitution and Bylaws.
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October 6, 2025 at 4:46 PM
ISPP Small Grants are back for 2026! 💡 $50k total available; request up to $5k for research or network/workshop projects. Open to current ISPP members. Proposals due Dec 1, 2025. Selection uses a lottery among proposals that meet all criteria. Apply: ispp.org/funding/smal...
October 1, 2025 at 7:39 PM
ISPP’s Scholars Under Threat Committee call for proposals:
September 25, 2025 at 5:35 PM
ISPP's Executive Committee has RETRACTED our August 2025 statement on Gaza and has released a new statement.
ispp.org/.../NEW-ISPP....
September 23, 2025 at 4:32 PM
We’re thrilled to introduce the first of many incredible new members of our Early Career Committee at ISPP! ⭐✨

The ECC plays a crucial role in supporting and empowering early career scholars. Stay tuned over the next few days as we spotlight each one!
September 13, 2025 at 2:54 PM
The International Society of Political Psychology is searching for an Executive Director OR a Management Company to run our central office beginning August 1, 2026. Please see links below for the job descriptions and application deadline.

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August 27, 2025 at 5:00 PM
ISPP Special Statement on the Humanitarian Situation in Gaza and Israel – August 25, 2025
August 25, 2025 at 8:16 PM
The August Issue of Political Psychology (Vol. 46, No. 4) is here — featuring cutting-edge research on:

🔹 Political intolerance in welfare states
🔹 Gender heuristics in candidate evaluations
🔹 Online political adverts & disclosure effects

📖 Available now: bit.ly/41DZi1h

#PoliticalPsychology #ISPP
August 21, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Welcome to the final day of #ISPP2025!

Thank you for being part of this engaged and thoughtful community. Over the past days, we’ve shared ideas, reflected on urgent challenges, and connected across disciplines and borders.

Enjoy the last sessions and keep the conversations going beyond Prague! ✨
July 6, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Welcome to Day 3 of #ISPP2025! 🌟

We hope you’re enjoying the meeting and making the most of your time in beautiful Prague.

Get ready for another full day of insightful sessions, fresh perspectives, and meaningful collaboration.

Don’t miss today’s highlights!

#PoliticalPsychology #ISPP #Prague
July 5, 2025 at 6:01 AM
We hope everyone had a fantastic first day at the ISPP 2025 Annual Meeting! 🌟

As we begin Day 2, we welcome you to another day of engaging talks, new connections, and fresh ideas.

Don’t miss today’s highlights—and keep tagging us in your posts with #ISPP2025!
July 4, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Excitement is in the air as we kick off Day 1 of #ISPP2025—our biggest conference yet—in beautiful Prague!

Enjoy engaging sessions, great conversations & new connections.

With 40+ sessions today, don’t forget to check out the highlights and tag #ISPP2025! 🎉
July 3, 2025 at 6:00 AM
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How has Brexit reshaped what it means to be Irish abroad? In our June issue, Marc Scully explores how members of the Irish diaspora in Britain are rethinking identity, belonging, and citizenship in a shifting political landscape. Read the full article open-access: doi.org/10.1111/pops...
June 26, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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How did beliefs about justice shape views on Australia’s Voice referendum? A study from Bartholomaeus & Strelan looks at how belief in a just world for oneself and others was linked to support, action, and attitudes toward the Voice to Parliament. Read open-access: doi.org/10.1111/pops...
June 25, 2025 at 5:41 PM
The countdown is on—just 1 week until #ISPP2025 in beautiful Prague! 🎉

173 sessions, networking events, and more await.

Wishing everyone safe, smooth travels. We can’t wait to kick off an exciting and enriching meeting together! ✨
June 26, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Does background or biology (or both) drive political rationality? In our June issue, Ahlskog brings the timeless question of Nature vs. Nurture to political cognition exploring how socioeconomic status & genetic influences interact to shape political beliefs. Open-access: doi.org/10.1111/pops...
June 24, 2025 at 2:48 PM
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What happens when pejorative terms are reclaimed? In our June issue, Uysal & Acar explore how reappropriating stigmatized labels can reshape group identity and may help promote collective action.

Read open-access: doi.org/10.1111/pops...
June 23, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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What makes people back political interventions during crises? Casiraghi et al.’s article in our June issue explores how emotional reactions, political alignment, and trust shape public support for crisis measures. Read the full open-access article: doi.org/10.1111/pops...
June 20, 2025 at 3:58 PM
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How have Ukrainians' feelings toward Russian citizens changed since the 2022 invasion?
Ash & Shapovalov’s study in our June issue examines how emotions have shifted since the start of the war and what those emotions could mean for support for peace.
Read more: doi.org/10.1111/pops...
June 19, 2025 at 4:02 PM
A big thank you to all our speakers and the 30+ participants who joined us for a powerful conversation on the challenges of racism and exclusion in publishing, and how we can build a more inclusive system.

We’re grateful to everyone who contributed to this important discussion.
June 20, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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How do political actors use moral appeals in multiparty systems? Husson & Palma’s article in our June issue explores when and why parties utilize moral arguments & how it shapes political competition. Read the open-access article: doi.org/10.1111/pops...
June 18, 2025 at 6:26 PM
🎉 Early Career Scholars @ #ISPP2025!

If you registered for the ECC Social Hour, don’t forget to join us on Friday, 4 July from 18:05–19:05 in Atrium RB.

Connect with fellow students and scholars (anyone ≤ 8 years post-degree) for conversation, collaboration, and community.

See you in Prague!
June 18, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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Catch me on my one European tour date in Prague this summer as I continue to promote my latest single (-authored article). @polpsyispp.bsky.social
Our June issue is out & we've got a killer lineup for your (reading) festival season! Our headliners feature original research on collective action, institutional trust, & more. Plus three book reviews on hope, trauma, & the administrative state. Full setlist: buff.ly/lAEgetT
June 16, 2025 at 7:52 PM