Washington Psychiatric Society

Annual Sponsorship Package Opportunities

About WPS

The Washington Psychiatric Society (WPS) is the preeminent professional organization for psychiatrists in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, representing approximately 800 members across D.C., Montgomery and Prince George’s counties in Maryland, and Fairfax and Arlington counties in Virginia. Founded in 1949, WPS boasts a remarkable history of leadership in mental health advocacy and an unwavering commitment to inclusivity.

Why Partner with WPS?

Sponsoring the Washington Psychiatric Society offers unparalleled access to a highly engaged network of psychiatrists, mental health professionals, and key stakeholders in the nation’s capital. Your partnership directly supports our mission to advance psychiatric care, foster professional development, and champion mental health parity.

  • Influence & Reach: Connect with approximately 800 psychiatrists, including national and international thought leaders. Our three Assembly delegates to the American Psychiatric Association (APA) ensure WPS wields significant influence within the broader psychiatric community.
  • Legacy of Impact: Align your brand with an organization renowned for pioneering over 200 Action Papers influencing APA’s direction and was honored with the APA Large DB Best Practices Award in 2023 for its acclaimed Capital Psychiatry Magazine.
  • Targeted Engagement: Reach a diverse demographic including early career psychiatrists, residents, fellows, and seasoned professionals through tailored programs and resources, as we actively recruit new members and support their professional growth.
  • Visibility & Recognition: Gain prominent exposure across our robust communication channels: a dedicated member-only website, comprehensive listserv, quarterly newsletter (“The WPS Focus”), and social media presence (Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube).
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Key Initiatives & Events

Your sponsorship directly fuels our commitment to innovation, member growth, and impactful programming:

  • Member Services & Career Development: Expanding our member-only website with resources and a directory; providing career fairs and symposiums for trainees; enhancing our mentorship programs; and highlighting the importance of support for early career psychiatrists.
  • Dynamic Programming:
    -Monthly “WPS Podcast” series (September – April).
    -Monthly CME Webinars (September – April) covering critical psychiatric topics.
    -Webinar Presentations with key partners: Maryland Psychiatric Society (MPS), Medical Society of the
    -District of Columbia (MSDC), and Psychiatric Society of Virginia (PSV).
  • Internship Program: Supporting the development of future psychiatric leaders by having interns interview early career professionals and board members to create insightful articles for our publications.
  • Premier Events:
    -Annual Fall Meeting: All membership invited to a board meeting with WPS leadership.
    -Annual Spring Presidential Symposium and Gala: Over 200 psychiatrists and medical professionals
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Thank You to All WPS Sponsors!

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