Now Accepting Applications for the APA Board of Trustees
APA members may submit their applications to run for office in the 2027 election. APA Immediate Past President, Theresa Miskimen Rivera, M.D., DLFAPA, Chair of the Nominating Committee, is seeking members with the passion to serve APA and psychiatry, particularly members from minority or underrepresented groups. The goal is to have leaders of APA who reflect the diversity of the membership.
Open Positions:
- President-Elect
- Secretary
- Early Career Psychiatrist Trustee
- Community Engagement and Access Trustee
- Area 1, 4, & 7 Trustees
- Resident-Fellow Member Trustee-Elect
Deadline: September 1, 2026
Who Can Apply: Resident-Fellows, General Members, Fellows, Distinguished Fellows, Life Fellows, Distinguished Life Fellows, Life Members, Semi-Retired Members, and Retired Members with active APA memberships.
APA Call for Volunteers
The Association's many accomplishments are made possible through the generosity of our members' time, energy, and expertise. APA President-Elect, Rahn Bailey, M.D., invites APA members to express interest in serving on an APA Council or Committee. Members who are willing to share their expertise and make a significant time commitment to serve APA, the field of psychiatry and patients, are asked to submit an application. APA members who represent the varied demographics of APA's member and patient populations are strongly encouraged to apply.
For the members whose first term serving on a Council or Committee will end on May 5, 2027, we encourage you to apply for a second term if you wish to be reappointed (these positions include Chairs, Corresponding Members, Consultants and Members). You must apply in order to be considered for reappointment.
You are ineligible to apply for a component if:
- You are not current on your APA and District Branch member dues at the time of application and at the time of appointment.
- You are a medical student.
- You are an international member.
Your experience and commitment are highly valued, and we look forward to your continued participation. The deadline for applications is Friday, November 6, 2026 at 11:59PM (EST).
Explore the full list of councils and committees on the APA website.
Key Deadlines and Milestones
September 1 – November 6, 2026: Applications open for all Councils and Committees.
December - February: Applications are reviewed, component Chairs and Staff Liaisons meet with the APA President-Elect to review and finalize appointments.
March 13-14, 2027: APA Board of Trustees approves the appointments.
Week of March 15, 2027: Members are notified of their status.
May 6, 2027: New Council and Committee terms begin.
APA Micro-Volunteer Opportunities
APA is excited to launch a new program to expand volunteer opportunities for members. This initiative introduces micro-volunteering, which consists of short-term, flexible opportunities that allow members to contribute in meaningful ways without long-term commitments. These time-bound tasks enable volunteers to support the organization’s work in a way that fits their availability while making a tangible impact.The deadline for these micro-volunteer opportunities are ongoing. Please check the website for the specific opportunity you are interested in to confirm the deadline. All applications must be submitted using this online portal by the opportunity deadline date. Incomplete submissions will not be considered.
Key Dates
Micro Volunteer ApplicationsApplications Open: Mar 15, 2026
Applications Close: Ongoing
Board Applications
Applications Open: Jul 1, 2026
Applications Close: Sep 1, 2026
Component Applications
Applications Open: Sep 1, 2026
Applications Close: Nov 6, 2026