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Leadership Onboarding

AHLA's leadership is comprised of both appointed and elected positions across various councils, boards, and committees. To learn more about these roles, visit the General Role Definitions page or the FY25 Governance Chart.

Appointed Positions:

  • Councils
  • Journal Editorial Board
  • Practice Groups
  • Conference Planning Committees
  • Dispute Resolution Review Board

Elected Positions:

  • AHLA’s Board of Directors
  • Member-At-Large position to the Nominating Committee 

2024-2025 Orientation and Check-In Meetings

Content Development Resources

*Only current PG leaders have access.

Early Career Professionals Council and Women’s Leadership Council Resources

Diversity+Inclusion for Leadership Groups 

  • This Diversity + Inclusion toolkit is designed for the Early Career Professionals Council, Practice Groups, Conference Planning Committees, and the Women's Leadership Council. It includes a checklist to help identify and track efforts used to find diverse candidates for volunteer opportunities, such as authors and presenters. A sample assessment is also provided in the toolkit. 
  • D+I Assessment Submission Form (Online) – ECPC, PG, PPC, and WLC leaders can submit the formal assessment using this form. Assessments are due June (after the program/fiscal year) 

Leaders’ Responsibilities as Community Ambassadors 

As an AHLA leader, members look to you for guidance. Your active presence in AHLA’s online Communities inspires and motivates other members to engage more, creating a vibrant and interactive community. It strengthens the community, promoting a more dynamic, supportive, and cohesive environment. Use this resource as your guide to fulfilling your responsibilities as a Community Ambassador. 

Hosting Virtual Networking Events – Information and how leadership groups can host these events for members 

 

Practice Group Progress Trackers* 

*Only current Practice Group Leaders (Chairs and Vice Chairs) have access to these trackers