Group Relations Australia is a professional association for people interested in group relations and systems psychodynamics
We conduct a stimulating range of activities and events including professional practice meetings, a biennial Group Relations conference, workshops, publication of the Socioanalysis Journal, members’ days, seminars and lectures
Potential Space: The threatened source of individual and collective creativity
As current headlines are dominated by news of invasions, polarized politics, stalemated trade relations, virtual and artificial means of working, and burgeoning mental health crises, it is timely to be reminded that true communication, creativity and human development only comes through play. Gilles Amado takes us back to the beginning to explain what we need more of in the present: the potential space to imagine with others a shared purpose and negotiated reality.
Amado, Gilles (2009) Potential Space: The threatened source of individual and collective creativity. Socioanalysis, Volume 11, 16-35.
John Newton, Emeritus Professor
About Socioanalysis
Socioanalysis is GRA’s international journal published annually and edited by Susan Long. It is a journal about groups, organisations and society from the systems psychodynamic perspective. This journal addresses the need to provide a vehicle for the publication of papers in the area of socio-analysis. Our policy is to invite papers of an international standard whilst supporting both established and new writers.
Upcoming Events & Training
GRA Annual Listening Post
Listening Posts are regular meetings that take a snapshot of society at a particular moment in time. They explore the idea that a small group, when studying the behaviour of […]
Find out more »Working in a hybrid environment – an experiential learning series
Richmond, VIC Australia
Ask yourself - how do you build your understanding of the group dynamics occurring in a hybrid meeting environment? What can you learn and apply to your own organisations and […]
Find out more »What is systems psychodynamics?
Systems psychodynamics originates in the field of psychology and psychiatry. This approach is a more in-depth way to gain a deeper understanding of why certain structures exist with groups and society. Examples include racism, sexism, bullying and corruption, to name a few.
The purpose of GRA is to promote the study of group dynamics and the interactions between conscious and unconscious processes in organisations, groups, and society, and their application in professional practice.
We aim to achieve this understanding through discussions, events such as guest speakers, conferences, training and seminars and the publication of articles in a journal.
Why become a member?
Becoming a member gives you access to the latest research and thinking in the field of systems psychodynamics. You also have the opportunity to build your network with other professionals who practice this approach in the field. As a member, you will receive the monthly newsletter and the annual Group Relations Australia Journal Socioanalysis, in which we encourage members to contribute to. For members, all training and events are discounted with early registration and regular updates. Members can follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.
Engagement with like-minded group relations / OD professionals working in managerial, consulting, clinical and academic roles
Opportunities for ongoing learning about systems psychodynamics in groups / teams, organisations and society
Priority access to GRA events: biennial conference, professional enhancement activities, coaching / mentoring, social activist projects
Receive current information and research into group socioanalytic and psychodynamic approaches with a subscription to Socioanalysis included with membership
