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Presents the citation, biography, and selected bibliography for David William Purcell, the 1994 recipient of the American Psychological Association's Award for Distinguished Professional Contributions--Distinguished Contributions for Applied Psychology or Community Service by a Graduate Student or Intern (Individual or Group). From Purcell's citation: "David W. Purcell's contributions to community service during graduate training include being part of the founding and development of Positive Impact, Inc., a nonprofit, community-based organization in Atlanta that provides free mental health services, through volunteer mental health professionals, to low-income individuals affected by HIV. He was vice president of the founding Board of Directors and president of the Board during 1993-1994. He currently serves as secretary of the Board, and the organization has grown to 4 full-time members, over 80 volunteer providers, and a yearly budget of $200,000 supported by numerous grants." (PsycINFO Database Record (c) 2010 APA, all rights reserved) |
