Requirements: The program requires a commitment of in-person meetings, as well as participation in calls and virtual meetings throughout the year-long program. The following activities for the AUA Leadership Program are pre-scheduled as part of the program and participation is mandatory for Leadership Class participants and mentors.

April 29, 2023
Welcome Reception/Social Event at AUA2023 Annual Meeting – Chicago, IL

During the May 2023 AUA Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL, a Welcome Reception/Social Event will be held to formally announce and welcome the incoming Leadership Class. Past graduates, mentors and other AUA leadership are also invited to attend this event for an evening of networking and camaraderie.

July 28-30, 2023
Leadership Training Weekend – AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, MD

The Leadership Training Weekend provides two-days of interactive, leadership development training and the opportunity to learn about the structure, governance and strategic initiatives of the AUA. This unique weekend also offers the opportunity for teams to connect and kickoff Capstone Projects, as well as fun-filled activities for networking and relaxing.

Fall 2023/Winter 2024
Group Projects/Conference Calls/Exclusive Leadership Program Virtual Events

Leadership teams will connect throughout the summer on their group projects. AUA will also hold exclusive virtual events for the Leadership Class, including sessions with Journal editors and key AUA physician leadership.

March 2024
Annual Urology Advocacy Summit/Capstone Presentations

This dynamic conference will feature two days of in-depth educational and trending policy sessions, followed by a day of agency and Capitol Hill meetings. The event will leave Leadership Program participants feeling empowered and well-versed in advocating for policy matters that impact our practices, patients, and the future of urology. On the day before the Summit each team will present their Capstone Projects to a panel of judges made up of the AUA Board of Directors. The presentations will be judged and a first and second place winner will be announced that evening at a special dinner.

May 4, 2024
Graduation Ceremony at the AUA Annual Meeting, San Antonio, TX

The culmination of the Leadership Program experience, this reception honors participants for their accomplishments. Members of the AUA Board of Directors, along with mentors and graduates from previous Leadership Program classes, will be present for this event.

If you have further questions, please contact Jordan Malloy at aualeadership@auanet.org or 410-689-4083.

Apply at AUAnet.org/Leadership.