Get involved with MI NAPNAP

Your time and ideas can move the chapter forward

Whether you can help for one hour, one event, one project, or a full committee term, there is a place for you in the Michigan Chapter.

Volunteering is a practical way to meet colleagues, develop leadership skills, support pediatric-focused professionals, and strengthen care for children and families across Michigan.

Tell Us How You Want to Help Meet the Chapter Leaders

A few hours

Help at one event

Support registration, welcome attendees, staff a booth, assemble kits, assist vendors, or help with event logistics.

Short term

Take on a project

Write a newsletter item, create a social post, review an award nomination, help recruit at a school, or support a service drive.

Ongoing

Join a committee

Contribute regularly to community engagement, communications, membership, advocacy, education, or student support.

Leadership

Lead an initiative

Coordinate a project, serve as a committee lead or co-chair, or build experience toward future elected chapter leadership.

Community Engagement and Service

Help the chapter turn pediatric expertise into visible support for children, caregivers, and communities.

Emergency foster care placement kits and foster closets
Projects supporting families of hospitalized children
Book, backpack, holiday, and comfort-item drives
Community walks, 5Ks, and partner events
County-level coordination and kit assembly

Volunteer in community engagement

Communications and Content

Help members see what the chapter is doing and find the resources, events, and opportunities available to them.

Newsletter writing, editing, and design
Social media planning and content creation
Event photography and short-form video
Website and member-update content
Podcast or special communications projects

Volunteer in communications

Membership and Recognition

Support recruitment, welcome new members, and help recognize the people advancing pediatric health in Michigan.

Welcoming and connecting new members
School and employer outreach
Conference and partner-organization booths
Membership recruitment projects
Award nomination review and recipient selection

Volunteer in membership

Advocacy and Legislative Engagement

Help members understand policy developments and participate in informed advocacy for pediatric health and NP practice.

Monitoring relevant state legislation and regulation
Preparing member-friendly legislative updates
Planning advocacy events or legislative visits
Developing action alerts and outreach materials
Building relationships with aligned organizations

Volunteer in advocacy

Students and Early Career Members

Help students and newer clinicians build connections, confidence, and a lasting professional community.

Mentorship program development
Student representative support
School outreach and orientation activities
Early-career networking and career resources
Directory and connection-building projects

Support students and early-career members

Continuing Education and Events

Help create high-quality learning and networking experiences for pediatric-focused clinicians.

Annual conference planning and on-site support
Speaker, poster, vendor, and venue coordination
Virtual continuing education events
Industry-supported educational programs
CE documentation, accreditation, and evaluations

Volunteer in education and events

Governance and Chapter Leadership

Members with sustained chapter involvement may contribute to governance, policy, nominations, and future elected leadership.

Bylaws and policy review
Committee co-chair or project-lead roles
Board support and succession planning
Nominations and election activities
Future officer service

Learn about chapter leadership

Have Another Idea?

A new project does not always fit neatly within an existing committee. Members are encouraged to share practical ideas that advance the chapter’s mission.

New community partnerships
Regional meetups or local networking
Clinical resources or member education
Research, writing, or professional development
Short-term special projects

Share your idea

Where help is especially valuable

Community projects and educational events need many hands

The chapter’s 2025 volunteer structure identified its largest capacity needs in community service and program planning, with additional opportunities in communications, membership, advocacy, and student support.

These are strong entry points for members who want a defined role, visible impact, and the chance to work alongside other pediatric professionals.

You do not need prior committee experience. Reliability, communication, and a willingness to contribute are often the most important qualifications.

Ready to get started?

Send us a short note

Email the chapter and tell us what type of involvement would work best for you. A chapter leader will connect you with a relevant committee, project, or upcoming need.

Include:

Your name and preferred contact information
Your NAPNAP membership or student status
The interest area or project that appeals to you
Whether you prefer one-time, project-based, or ongoing work
Any skills, experience, or regional connections you would like to share

Email minapnapchapter@gmail.com

Current openings evolve as projects and events develop. Expressing interest does not commit you to a role. It starts a conversation about where your availability and interests may be the best fit.

There is a place for your contribution

Help us build a chapter that is active, connected, responsive, and representative of pediatric-focused professionals throughout Michigan.

Contact the Michigan Chapter

Volunteering