Much of the training of psychologists in the western world follows a logical positivist, scientistpractitioner
model based in scientific objectivity and removed from politics. In this paper, we explore
issues around alternative understandings of the role and place of psychologists and psychological
actions. In so doing, we discuss a number of issues of ontology, epistemology and pragmatics to
demonstrate that the role and function of power in our society need to be addressed more directly and
more politically in order for us to successfully achieve our roles as community psychologists.