Educational Programs Chair & Committee

The Association’s Educational Programs Committee will be responsible for aiding the AFA staff in identifying, developing, and implementing various educational components and experiences associated with the Annual Meeting.

Committee Priorities

• To craft a portfolio of high-quality educational programs with diverse focus areas and core competencies for Annual Meeting attendees and Association members
• To promote and solicit submissions for Annual Meeting Educational Programs, including the Call for Programs and Ignite Fraternity
• To execute the Annual Meeting Educational Programs processes, from the call for submissions through on-site management of presenters and Annual Meeting Ambassadors

Responsibilities

• Participate in monthly meetings (or more frequently as needed) led by the chair.
• Provide feedback on the processes and procedures associated with the Annual Meeting educational programs process. This includes the Call for Programs, Ignite Fraternity, and associated review processes.
• Assist in the marketing and promotion of the entire Annual Meeting educational programs process through personal networks and social media. 
• Recruit and collaborate with subject matter experts (SMEs) as part of the Annual Meeting Call for Programs review process.
• Support SMEs through the review process by developing training(s) and/or resources to ensure effective, equitable and transparent program review processes.
• Assist in the development of expectations and preparatory resources for Annual Meeting presenters.
• Train Annual Meeting Ambassadors to assist in onsite introductions of educational programs presenters and other onsite needs.
• Assist Central Office staff in developing clear and compelling communications to all attendees, Educational Programs presenters and Ambassadors, prior to the Annual Meeting.
• Participate in initiatives as directed by the AFA staff or board of directors.

Qualifications

• Members should have a desire to enhance the attendee experience and a strong commitment to creating an inclusive experience for all AFA Annual Meeting attendees.
• Experience with program development is preferred.
• Experience with project management and directing year-long initiatives for a large-scale event with multiple programs and priorities is beneficial.

Commitment Required

• Committee members can expect to spend 2-4 hours per week on committee activities.