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Make An Impact: Get Involved in AAO Today
Getting involved in the AAO comes in many forms. Whatever your preference, we have something for you. Join our team of dedicated volunteers, inspire change, build connections and help create a stronger AAO community. We can’t do this without YOU!
Become an AAO Volunteer Leader
Inspire change by getting involved. Complete the form linked below to be considered for current or future leadership opportunities.
Featured Opportunity
Bring Your Skills and Experience to an AAO Committee
AAO committees that significantly impact the member experience are seeking candidates to become members starting April 27, 2025. Committee positions are knowledge—or interest-based (not constituent representatives).
Apply for any of the following by January 17, 2025, using the joint application linked below:
- Committee on Conferences and Meetings (CCon)
- Special Committee on Women Orthodontists (SCWO)
Featured Opportunity
The National Advocacy Network (NAN) is a grassroots advocacy program empowering AAO members to influence policy across the U.S. and Canada, advancing the specialty and protecting patient health. We’re recruiting for Component Advocacy Liaison (CAL) and AAOPAC Captain roles in many regions. Interested? Learn more about role details, time commitment, and benefits, or text “NAN” to 52886. You can also email [email protected]!
Featured Opportunities
Members Invited to Apply for Trustee At-Large Position
The AAO Board of Trustees is looking for one new member who will bring diverse viewpoints and strengthen the leadership team. All Active Members (including Life Active) of the AAO are invited to apply to serve a three-year term as Trustee At-Large.
Bring Your Skills and Experience to an AAO Committee
AAO committees that significantly impact the member experience are seeking candidates to become members starting April 27, 2025. Committee positions are knowledge—or interest-based (not constituent representatives).
Apply for any of the following by January 17 , 2025, using the joint application linked below:
- Committee on Conferences and Meetings (CCon)
- Special Committee on Women Orthodontists (SCWO)
Ways to Get Involved
Be a Volunteer Leader
From serving at the national to the constituent or component levels, there are opportunities to give your time and talents to help us achieve our mission.
Support AAO Advocacy Efforts
Support grassroots advocacy through the AAO’s National Advocacy Network. Multiple opportunities are available for every U.S. state and Canadian province.
Be a Donated Orthodontic Services Provider
Join the volunteer network of providers providing pro-bono services to help transform children’s lives, beyond a beautiful smile.
Be a Speaker at AAO Events
Share your knowledge and expertise with our members as an AAO speaker. The open call for speakers runs annually from October – December.
Be an AAO Conference Volunteer
Get involved in Annual Session or Winter Conference. We are always looking for moderators, social media ambassadors and more.
Give to the AAO Foundation
The AAO Foundation, the charitable arm of the AAO, provides support to the orthodontic education programs and orthodontic research.
Give to the AAO Political Action Committee
The AAOPAC allows the AAO to solicit funds from our members, and in turn contributes to candidates whose views are consistent with our goals.