1. The Society Review Consultation Judith Toland

2. We have to change…. Changing context and environment
Changing how we work for members
Currently
We do not meet the needs of our members as well as we would like
The existing networks and structures are far too complex,
There is duplication of effort and output,
There is a focus on administration rather than outcomes
There is dilution of impact as a professional body,
All of which can negatively impact upon our reputation and ability to support psychologists and promote the profession

3. Society Review Key Questions Purpose of the review
To improve impact as an organisation
To support both learned society and professional body function better
Deliver a simple, more agile structure to meet member needs
Improve operational effectiveness
Value the input of volunteer and members
Key Questions
What do we do, What are we for and How do we do it?
How do we support and enable networks for our members?
How do we enable members to continuously learn and develop?
How do we raise the profile of, and advocate for, psychology,
As a profession
As a contributor to change and improvement in people’s lives
As a voice in public policy

4. BPS Design Principles - proposal
These principles act a guide and test for the new design under the Society Review. They are not intended to be exhaustive but provide the ‘test’ and fit of any new design.
The new design must:-
Respect and acknowledge psychological specialism
Support and enable members to develop their knowledge and CPD
Reduce administrative load
Enable more cross boundary/specialism working
Simplify and clarify definitions/nomenclatures
Build on strengths of current networks
Maximise digital networking and communication
Enable and strengthen the feed into BPS national policy and voice
Strengthen Nation branches and redefine English Regional Branches to reflect devolved policy and government
Streamline structures as required by members and where appropriate
Identify and support ‘culture change’ requirements to provide a 21st Century British Psychological Society

5. Networks – Starter for Ten definitions and categories
Branches – Nation & geographical basis. Support to all members, students, careers advice, local knowledge and issues
Professional Specialisms – specific psychological disciplines; clinical, forensic, etc route to accreditation, academic, research and guidance focus. Developing the specific discipline theory and practice
Networks/Communities of Practice/Thematic groups – areas of practice/interest –e.g. children and young adults; workplace; physical health; education; based on sharing experience, learning and support in practice environment – cross cutting, inclusive, digital
Research and Policy Development groups – determined by Senate, supported by BPS Policy Advisors; time limited; feeds into BPS Policy positions and voice; specific responses e.g. white papers etc.

6. BPS as a Professional Body/Learned Society - Remit and Role
Clear statement of intent and role as professional body/learned society representing all branches of psychology
Supporting research, evidence and development in psychological theory & practice
Increased focus and engagement on national and regional policy and influencing outcomes and change
Advocating strongly for the role and impact of psychologists and psychology on society
Influencing the environments within which our members work
Providing support and guidance for members on practice issues
Working with HCPC on accreditation and standards
Underpins all activities of the BPS

7. Society Review Proposals - Summary
Not just about structures – it’s about changing how we engage, support, learn and innovate
Strengthen Professional Body/Learned Society activities and profile
Review BPS Member Services Hub (Leicester) – change and improve processes and systems. Engage and partner with members on needs
More support from BPS Hub for networks to provide services, advice and support.
Stronger nation branches to reflect different policy environment and structures. Revise English Regional branches to reflect local government/health boundaries.
Maintain Professional Specialisms and support committees & members to review as required
Make inclusive, and streamline current networks where appropriate and with member input. Seek opportunities to join up across the networks. Create thematic groups/Communities of Practice – based on need, more inclusive, less about committees, online where possible and maximise digital platforms

8. Communications – becoming digital!
Build genuine two way communication & engagement, social media options
Engage with members to find out what they want!
Revise and review website to improve navigation and signposting
Develop and use online communities, webinars, webchat etc to increase inclusion and ease of participation
Develop online and other opportunities to engage with and drive BPS agenda
Access to research, evidence and development
Provide online board and committee papers and reduce printing
Collated details of all local events & outputs clearly signposted on website
Regional updates – local issues, achievements good practice etc
Update from around the Branches on website
N.B. Further development following consultant review and report on communications

9. BPS Senate Trustees BPS Member Services Hub(s) (Leicester) Members
Partners,
Other Societies & Stakeholders
Education & Trg Board
Research Board
Practice Board
Public Affairs Board
Members
Branches
Professional Specialisms
Thematic groups
- ‘Communities of Practice’
BPS Member Services Hub(s)
(Leicester)
Senate
Committees -
Ethics, HR
Finance
Trustees