91�ε� of Georgia

What is 91�ε� of Georgia?

91�ε� of Georgia is a not-for-profit grassroots organization that represents professional counselors and counseling students, of all specialty areas, who live or work in the state of Georgia. As a branch of the 91�ε�, we extend the efforts of growing and enhancing the counseling profession at the state level. Click on the links to the left to learn more about our organization, our events, our leaders, and how YOU can get connected!

91�ε� of Georgia board members are elected by 91�ε� of Georgia members for one- and two-year terms. Typically, future board members express interest in serving through member surveys, at events, and through discussions with current board members. We always encourage and appreciate member input during nominations and elections. Eligible members are encouraged to take on leadership and leadership-elect positions and are supported in their leadership development.

What does 91�ε� of Georgia do?

As a branch of the 91�ε�, the 91�ε� of Georgia mission echoes that of the 91�ε�: "to enhance the quality of life in society by promoting the development of professional counselors, advancing the counseling profession, and using the profession and practice of counseling to promote respect for human dignity and diversity."

We support our mission through the following activities:

Providing free regional networking events for our members at least four times each year.
Providing free Continuing Education (CE) opportunities for our members at least four times each year.
Organizing grassroots legislative action projects advocating for the counseling profession.
Organizing events and developing public service announcements to increase public awareness of the counseling profession.

How can 91�ε� of Georgia benefit me?

Members of 91�ε� receive the benefits of 91�ε� of Georgia for free! If you reside in Georgia and are a member of 91�ε�, you are automatically an 91�ε� of Georgia member and pay no additional dues. As an 91�ε� of Georgia member, you have access to free, interesting, and unique events; CEs; networking opportunities; and assistance with learning about advocacy and helping to move the profession forward. In addition, 91�ε� of Georgia offers members a wide range of leadership opportunities.