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Leadership Opportunities
AAFP policies and principles are determined by its members. By getting involved, you’ll be a part of a dynamic group of policy setters and family medicine leaders.
Congress of Delegates
As the AAFP’s policy-making body, the Congress of Delegates consists of two delegates and two alternate delegates from each AAFP chapter and special constituencies. Any AAFP member can be involved in the COD’s annual meeting.
The Board of Directors
The board of directors carries out activities and resolutions in between COD annual meetings and on behalf of the COD. Board members are selected by the COD. The board also includes one student member, one resident member, and one new physician member.
AAFP Commissions
Appointed by the board of directors, AAFP commissions make recommendations about policy, development of new programs, improvements and beyond. Commission members are nominated by state chapters.
Student and resident leadership positions
The AAFP leans on resident and student members to contribute their unique voices via leadership roles. These roles provide the opportunity to:
- Network with family physicians from across the country.
- Participate in the discussion of issues key to family medicine.
- Learn more about topics of special interest.
- Cultivate organizational and communication skills.
- Spend time with other resident and student leaders who share your interests.
Looking for more leadership opportunities?
The AAFP Foundation website has information about grants and awards that are available for students, residents and physicians.