The most visible leadership positions in the APA are determined by APA members. Each year a number of positions on the Board of Trustees become available for election by the membership. To determine the next time a position becomes available, please review the roster of the Board and Trustees to note the tenures of each position. Nominations and letters of recommendation for review by the Nominating Committee can be submitted to election@psych.org. Members interested in running for office should review the eligibility requirements. APA staff follows up with all nominees.
| Deadline for Nominations: |
August/September TBD |
| Slate of Candidates Announced: |
November 1 |
| Deadline for Petition Candidates: |
November 15 |
| Voting Begins: |
January 2 |
| Voting Deadline: |
January 31 @ 5pm (ET) |
| Election Results: |
February |
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Paper or electronic balloting is made available to eligible voting members. Voters with a valid email address on file are sent an email with a link to their ballot every week until submitting a ballot. Voters without a valid email address on file are mailed paper ballots with instructions to vote online.
Campaigning by candidates and supporters begins when the slate of candidates is announced. Election Guidelines, developed by the Elections Committee and approved by the Board of Trustees, are intended to provide a level playing field for candidates.
2012 National Election Results