Society Information

The Society for Research in Child Development is a multidisciplinary, not-for-profit, professional association with an international membership of approximately 5,500 researchers, practitioners, and human development professionals.

The purposes of the Society are to promote multidisciplinary research in the field of human development, to foster the exchange of information among scientists and other professionals of various disciplines, and to encourage applications of research findings. The goals of the Society are pursued through a variety of programs with the cooperation and service of our governing council, standing committees, and members.