AHEC Alumni/Advocate Membership

The AHEC Alumni/Advocates membership community connects individuals who support the mission of Area Health Education Centers (AHEC). Members can include AHEC Scholar alumni, advocates, or both, and may have various roles such as: 

• Dedicated volunteer preceptors 

• Community partners who promote AHEC initiatives 

• AHEC Scholar alumni in leadership positions at healthcare facilities 

• Legislators who have advocated for AHEC funding 

  Regardless of their specific roles, AHEC Alumni/Advocates all share a commitment to improving healthcare for vulnerable populations. 

 Current AHEC Scholars have access to a FREE membership! 

  Join the AHEC Alumni/Advocate membership, and you can enjoy the following benefits: 

• Advocacy Opportunities: Attend Advocacy 101 sessions to improve your skills in patient and community health advocacy. You can also apply for a Fly-In trip to Washington, D.C., to meet with legislators and advocate for the AHEC mission. 

• Continuing Education: Access a variety of Continuing Medical Education (CME) virtual programs designed to meet the needs of underserved populations. 

• Exclusive E-Newsletter: Receive the AHEC Edge, a bi-monthly newsletter that includes continuing education opportunities, highlights fellow AHEC Alumni/Advocates, and more. 

• Annual Awards Eligibility: Nominate peers for distinguished service recognition and celebrate their achievements at our virtual awards ceremony. 

  For more information, visit: https://www.nationalahec.org/page/alumni or email NAO Member Services Manager Paula Overfelt at poverfelt@nationalahec.org