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
Announcing the publication of the
Socioanalysis Special Edition:
Systems Psychodynamics in Social Justice
Movement-building Organisations
Volume 26, Issue 1, January 2025
Special Edition Editor: Barbara Williams
Editorial Team: Tanya Lewis, Linzi Manicom,Anna Turley, Barbara Williams
Journal of Group Relations Australia
An International Journal about Groups, Organisations and Society from the Systems Psychodynamic Perspective
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Explore these ideas in greater depth at the Socioanalysis reading group.
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
Psychoanalytic aspects of our desolate times
Can psychoanalytically-informed thinking contribute to repairing ‘cultural, spiritual and psychological desolation’? Recently, world events have escalated and exacerbated social depression with evidence of frightening fascism in the USA and elsewhere. […]
Socioanalysis Reading Group
This reading group will be exploring Socioanalysis over the years to help us understand the challenges of the contemporary world. Over the years, Socioanalysis had published some important articles promoting […]
Beyond the return-to-work narrative. Seminar with James Walker
Part of the Group Relations Australia Collection collection. Explore the deeper organisational and psychological dynamics shaping the ongoing return-to-work debate. James Walker invites us to reflect on the individual and group dynamics […]
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
