The application cycle for this position is closed.
This position will open for applications in the spring of 2023 for the next term, January 2024 - December 2025.
See below for details on this role, as well as the current travel calendar associated with serving in this position.
Help plan the AAFP Global Health Summit, take the lead in preparing and facilitating the Global Health Networking Meeting at the National Conference, and participate in Polaris-related activities. Receive mentoring from established leaders in global health.
Polaris is WONCA North America's Young Physicians Movement that includes medical students, residents and new physicians.
Term: January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2023
Required elements of the application include: Letter of Interest, Letter of Chapter Support, Letter of Support from Program Director, and a Photo. 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.This position is appointed by the CGHI Advisory Board. Candidates are notified of the selection by October 31, 2021.
Note: The resident member of the CGHII Advisory Board can only serve on the Board once. He or she is not eligible for re-election.
Questions? Contact AAFP leadership staff at getinvolved@aafp.org.
Time commitment away from residency: Approximately 10-15 days including weekends and one hour per month for conference calls.
Funding: Provided for CGHI Advisory Board Interim meeting attendance, Global Health Summit attendance, and one face-to-face WONCA or Polaris meeting.
MEETING | DATES | LOCATION |
CGHI Board Meeting | May 2022 | Virtual |
WONCA Polaris Executive Meeting | TBD | Location Rotates |
AAFP National Conference | July 28 - 30, 2022 | Kansas City, MO |
CGHI Board Meeting | May 2023 | Virtual |
AAFP National Conference | July 27 - 29, 2023 | Kansas City, MO |