The application cycle for this position is closed. The application for the 2024 - 2025 leadership cycle will open in the spring of 2024. Information is available below for those who may be thinking about this opportunity.
This position is elected at the AAFP National Conference and candidates should plan to attend. Experience Congress of Delegates and learn the governance process of the AAFP in this national resident leadership position. See below for details on this role, as well as the current travel calendar associated with serving in this position.
Applicants are elected as alternate delegates and serve as alternate delegates to this year's AAFP Congress of Delegates, alongside the current delegates. Following the meeting, those elected serve as delegates through next year's Congress of Delegates.
Term: August 1, 2023 – September 24, 2024
Candidates for this position are elected at the AAFP National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students. Candidates should plan to attend the entirety of the conference. Candidates are required to be nominated at the conference, deliver a 2 - 3 minute speech, participate in a candidate Q&A, and, if elected, participate in a new officer orientation Saturday afternoon of the conference.
Required elements of the application include:
Letters and forms can be uploaded or requested through the online application system. For detailed information on application materials, visit the How to Apply page. It is important to connect with your local AAFP Chapter as soon as possible to express your interest in this position, as some chapters have required processes that need to happen before applying.
Questions? Contact AAFP leadership staff at getinvolved@aafp.org.
Time commitment away from residency: Approximately 10 - 15 days (includes weekends) for travel and attendance at meetings.
Funding: Travel is covered according to AAFP Travel Policy. A per diem covers expenses to travel to and attend the meeting, including lodging and food.
MEETING | DATES | LOCATION |
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AAFP Congress of Delegates | October 1 - 4, 2023 | San Antonio, TX |
COE Subcommittee Meetings | Quarterly | Virtual |
AAFP Winter Cluster Commission Meetings | January 19 - 22, 2024 | Kansas City, MO |
AAFP Summer Cluster | June 1 - 2, 2024 | Virtual |
AAFP National Conference | July 31 - August 3, 2024 | Kansas City, MO |
AAFP Congress of Delegates | September 22 - 25, 2024 | Phoenix, AZ |