The American Headache Society is now accepting applications for the next cohort of the AHS Leadership Academy, a leadership development program designed to strengthen the skills, confidence, and readiness of AHS members who aspire to take on broader leadership roles within the Society.
Leadership Academy offers participants a unique opportunity to learn from current AHS leaders, engage with leadership development experts, and build meaningful connections with fellow colleagues and AHS members. The program is designed to enhance participants’ leadership skills, support personal and professional growth, and prepare members to contribute more fully to the mission and future of AHS.
Participants will explore key leadership topics, including emotional intelligence, effective communication, strategic thinking, self-awareness, collaboration, and leadership in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. Through interactive sessions and guided discussions, participants will gain practical tools and insights to support their development as future leaders within AHS.
The program consists of four sessions: two in-person sessions and two virtual sessions. In addition, each accepted applicant will be paired with an AHS Board Member-At-Large, who will serve as their mentor throughout the program.
Ideal Candidate
To apply, candidates must be AHS members who have demonstrated dedication to AHS leadership by serving on an AHS committee or as a Special Interest Group chair, co-chair, or vice chair. Other relevant leadership roles, such as committee chair or co-chair or Fellowship Program Director, will also be considered. Applicants should be interested in expanding their leadership skills, deepening their engagement with AHS, and preparing for broader service across committees, Special Interest Groups, advocacy, education, research, meetings, or other Society leadership opportunities. Candidates must also be prepared to participate actively in leadership development, mentorship, and peer learning.
Candidate Criteria
- Candidate must be an AHS member in good standing for at least 1 year
- Candidate must demonstrate current engagement in AHS leadership or service, such as serving as:
- Chair or Co-chair of an AHS Special Interest Group
- Chair, Co-Chair, or member of an AHS Committee; or
- Fellowship Director, who are part of the Fellowship Committee
Must Commit To:
- Virtual Session - November 2026 (date to be determined)
- 2026 Scottsdale Headache Symposium (Wednesday, December 2, 2026)
- Virtual Session - February/March 2027 (date to be determined)
- Annual Scientific Meeting (Wednesday, June 9, 2027)
- Curriculum Vitae / Resume
- Letter of Support from an individual in an AHS leadership position
SPOTS ARE LIMITED! APPLICATIONS AND SUPPORTING MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.