AAGP members will have several opportunities to be involved with the association during the Annual Meeting. Take advantage of the following to learn how the association is impacting the field of geriatric psychiatry and how you can play a part. For more information, contact AAGP's Carrie Stankiewicz at cstankiewicz@AAGPonline.org.

AAGP Board of Directors Meeting
Wednesday, March 4, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
The AAGP Board of Directors meeting is open to any member who wishes to observe.

Annual Members' Business Meeting
Friday, March 6, 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
The Members' Business Meeting is a chance for members to hear from and dialogue with the AAGP leadership, so please plan to participate in this important meeting.

Committees
Open to All AAGP Members
AAGP Committees help to accomplish the work of the association throughout the year, meeting face-to-face at the annual meeting and continuing business by conference call and email during the year. It is not necessary to join the committee in order to attend the meeting; all members are invited to attend the committee meeting at the annual meeting. If you decide you would like to get more involved, talk with the chair about joining the committee (terms are three years).

Friday, March 6
Clinical Practice Committee...........................10:00 – 11:30 AM
Diversity Committee....................................10:15 – 11:45 AM
Disaster Preparedness Task Force...................2:00 – 3:00 PM
CME Committee...........................................4:00 – 5:00 PM

Saturday, March 7
Education Committee......................................8:00 – 9:00 AM
Teaching and Training Committee......................9:15 – 10:45 AM
Public Policy and Communications Committee......11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Research Committee.......................................1:30 – 3:00 PM

Sunday, March 8
Annual Meeting Program Committee....................8:00 – 9:30 AM

Caucuses and Interest Groups
Open to All Meeting Attendees
AAGP's Caucuses and Interest Groups meet informally at the annual meeting to discuss topics of special interest to each group. No formal membership in the groups is required; simply stop by to join any of the discussions.

Friday, March 6

Advanced Practice Nurses Interest Group 10:30 – 11:30 AM
All advanced practice nurses who attend the AAGP meeting are invited to meet to discuss their participation with AAGP and their role in the late-life mental health care system.

Affiliates Meeting 3:00 – 4:00 PM
All AAGP Affiliate members are invited to attend this networking meeting, chaired by Affiliate Leader Patricia Arean, PhD, to discuss professional issues and Affiliate member group activities.

Saturday, March 7

Women's Interest Group 9:00 – 10:00 AM
This forum is an opportunity for discussion of professional issues relevant to women psychiatrist and the roles women can take in the organization.

Retirement Age Caucus 10:00 – 11:00 AM
This forum is an opportunity for members of retirement age, or approaching retirement age, to discuss issues related to retirement and the roles retiring members can take in the AAGP.

Rural Practice Interest Group 10:00 – 11:00 AM
This forum provides an opportunity for those health care professionals who practice in rural areas to discuss challenges unique to their practice setting.

Gay and Lesbian Members Interest Group 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
This forum is an opportunity for discussion of professional issues relevant to gay and lesbian psychiatrists and the roles members can take in the organization.

Ethnic Minorities Interest Group 3:00 – 4:00 PM
This interest group is an opportunity for discussion of professional issues relevant to minority psychiatrists and the roles members can take in the organization.

VA Caucus 3:00 – 4:00 PM
This forum is an opportunity for those who work in the VA or are interested in the VA to discuss issues related to mental health care and older veterans.

Pathway to Leadership

AAGP invites members to get involved and seek leadership positions on committees and on the Board of Directors. The organization needs a continual infusion of active volunteers and leaders in order to grow and prosper. If you aspire to join the Board of Directors, use the AAGP committee structure to demonstrate your commitment and experience. Take this opportunity to shape the future of your association.

  1. Join a committee and actively participate. AAGP is an organization of volunteers, and those who are willing to dedicate time and effort are welcome. Contact your committee chair and ask how you can help.
  2. Seek a committee chair position. Talk with your committee chair or other AAGP leaders about how you can take on an increased role in a committee, perhaps as chair of a sub-committee or as a committee vice-chair. Committee chairs turn over every three years, and new volunteers are always needed.
  3. Run for the Board of Directors. Submit your application to the AAGP Nominations Committee. Your participation and leadership on AAGP committees or other task forces and projects will be heavily weighted by the nominations committee.

How to Join a Committee

Contact the Committee Chair directly, or attend any of the committee meetings during the annual meeting. Any member is welcome to attend a committee meeting without officially joining. Stop by and decide if you'd like to get more involved. Learn more about AAGP's committees and find committee chair contacts: http://www.aagponline.org/members/com_structure.asp.

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