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 Faculty Letter, Participation Form (to be signed by dean of medical school), 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. Note: The student member of the CGHI Advisory Board can only serve on the Board once; he or she will not be eligible to serve on the CGHI Advisory Board as a resident.
Questions? Contact AAFP leadership staff at getinvolved@aafp.org.
Time commitment away from medical school: 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 |
AAFP National Conference | July 28-30, 2022 | Kansas City, MO |
CGHI Board Meeting | May 2022 | Virtual |
WONCA Polaris Executive Meeting | TBD | Location Rotates |
CGHI Board Meeting | May 2023 | Virtual |
AAFP National Conference | July 27-29, 2023 | Kansas City, MO |