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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
Grassroots Advocacy Volunteers Needed
Be a visionary for AAO Advocacy and join as a Founder of the award-winning National Advocacy Network (NAN)! As a volunteer leader, you will help steer the future direction of AAO Advocacy work while driving evidence-based policy the AAO can support. Click below to learn more or text “NAN” to 52886.
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 & Meetings Volunteer
Get involved in Annual Session or Winter Conference. We are always looking for moderators, social media ambassadors and more.
Be an Advisor on AAO Connections
Serving in AAO Connections, our peer advisory program, is a great way to share your knowledge, expertise and advice with other AAO members looking for guidance.
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.