The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Nominating Committee is inviting applications for nomination to the AAFP Board of Directors. Applications may be submitted by potential nominees themselves, as well as by groups such as chapters, member constituencies, and member interest groups who would like to put forth a potential nominee.
Applicants should have a record of active involvement with the AAFP and their chapter, leadership qualities, and experience that meet the organization’s needs, and the ability to represent the AAFP in diverse arenas.
Applications are due Thursday, January 15, 2026. The 2026 slate of nominees will be announced no later than Tuesday, March 31, 2026. The Congress of Delegates (COD) will elect board members from this slate or from those who may be nominated from the floor.
- Completed nomination application form (submitted online)
- Three letters of recommendation from people other than the applicant, describing the attributes the applicant would bring to the Board of Directors, with a focus on the applicant’s qualifications and their potential contributions (submitted via email to leadershipnominations@aafp.org)
- Biographical sketch (submitted via email to leadershipnominations@aafp.org)
- Photo/headshot (submitted via email to leadershipnominations@aafp.org)
- Current curriculum vitae (submitted via email to leadershipnominations@aafp.org)
- Completed AAFP Conflict of Interest form (submitted online).
For more information, visit the AAFP website.