Volunteer with the AAFP
AAFP Members are uniquely positioned to contribute to the mission of advancing the field of feline healthcare and wellbeing through service in a variety of volunteer opportunities. The breadth, depth, and diversity of experience of our members is what enriches our whole community. From writing articles for The Feline Practitioner, to advocating for Cat Friendly standards of veterinary practice, to presenting the latest feline research to your colleagues, to serving on the AAFP Board of Directors, there is a place for you. We invite you to explore all of our volunteer options and find the right fit for you.
Guide the Organization
AAFP has several leadership bodies that support, promote, and shape the future of feline health and wellbeing.
- Board of Directors - (two-year commitment, with at least four meetings, two in-person [travel required - travel costs reimbursed].)
- Standing Committees - (two-year commitment with approximately quarterly virtual meetings)
- Task forces - (short-term volunteer service opportunities developed to advance a specific project or strategic goal. Once completed, the task force disbands.)
Train and Mentor
Participate in activities designed to help members enhance their career and professional development.
- Sign up for training to speak at regional and/or virtual events
Build the Community
AAFP offers several opportunities to build a scientific community in your local area and at the Annual Conference. Start a student/postdoctoral chapter at your institution or apply to be a welcoming ambassador at a conference.
- Form an AAFP Student Chapter
- Speak at an AAFP Student Chapter meeting
- Be a welcome ambassador at the AAFP Annual Conference
Communicate Feline Health and Wellbeing
There are many opportunities to communicate the latest in feline health and wellbeing research and practice to fellow veterinary professionals and wider audiences as an AAFP volunteer.
- Write for The Feline Practitioner
- Contribute a guest article for catfriendly.com
- Be a guest or interviewer on "All Cats Considered" - AAFP's podcast
- Be a moderator for an AAFP webinar or conference
If you are interested in any of the above opportunities, or you're not sure what you would like to volunteer for, just that you are willing to serve, fill out our Volunteer Form and someone from AAFP will reach out to you to discuss how to best utilize your talents, skills, and interests to advance feline health and wellbeing.
THANK YOU to Our Volunteers
The AAFP would like to thank our many volunteers who dedicate their time to an association they believe in. Thank you for your dedication, leadership, and expertise which have helped us to accomplish our goals. We appreciate your time and acknowledge your dedication to feline medicine.