The application cycle for this position is currently closed.
This position will open for applications in the spring of 2023 for the next term, September 2023 - August 2024.
See below for details on this role, as well as the current travel calendar associated with serving in this position.
Be involved with high-level decision-making on a nonprofit board of trustees. Receive mentoring from established leaders of the AAFP Foundation.
The AAFP Foundation advances the values of family medicine through humanitarian, educational, and scientific philanthropy dedicated to improving health.
Term: September 1, 2022 - August 31, 2023
Candidates for this position run for office and are elected at the AAFP National Conference of Family Medicine Residents and Medical Students. Candidates should plan to attend the conference, and be available for candidate orientation. Candidates are required to deliver a 2 - 3 minute speech and participate in a Q&A.
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.
Questions? Contact AAFP leadership staff at getinvolved@aafp.org.
Candidates should familiarize themselves with AAFP Foundation Programs.
Time commitment away from residency: Approximately 15-18 days (includes weekends) for travel and attendance at meetings.
Funding: Provided for meeting attendance according to AAFP Foundation guidelines.
MEETING | DATES | LOCATION |
AAFP Foundation Board of Trustees Meeting | November 18 - 20, 2022 | Leawood, KS |
AAFP Winter Cluster | February 3 - 5, 2023 | Kansas City, MO |
AAFP Foundation Board of Trustees Meeting | May 19 - 21, 2023 | Leawood, KS |
AAFP Summer Cluster | June 3 - 4, 2023 | Virtual |
AAFP National Conference | July 27 - 29, 2023 | Kansas City, MO |