2026 AANP nomination State Award and Leadership positions for membership is open

There are two opportunities from the AANP to recognize one outstanding DC NP for each one and there is one award per state. The 2026 AANP State Award and Leadership positions for membership is open.

 

The AANP is thrilled to announce that the nomination period for the 2026 AANP State Award of the Year is open until October 1st! This is your chance to recognize and nominate the outstanding contributions of our dedicated nurse practitioners who consistently provide excellent care to the individuals we serve and demonstrate advance professional role through practice, education, advocacy, research and leadership (PEARL).

For further details please click here: 2026 AANP Nominations

 

The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) 2026 leadership nomination is open until September 8th 2025. Any AANP member in good standing for at least 12 months prior to the Open Call for Nominations date, and who meets all eligibility criteria, may submit their information for consideration as a candidate in the AANP election.

For further details please click here: 2026 AANP Elections

The following positions are on the 2026 ballot:

• President-Elect
• Recording Secretary
• Region Director (for regions 2, 4, 6, 8 and 10)
• State Liaison (for states in regions 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11)
• Nomination Council (2 positions)