Pediatric Eye Ambassadors

Need a volunteer opportunity while you’re in medical school?

All Children See (ACS) is looking for medical students who are excited about pediatric ophthalmology. This is a great opportunity to engage with American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) members and to learn more about pediatric ophthalmology and the All Children See program!

A Pediatric Eye Ambassador will:

• Assist in reaching out to potential marketing partners to expand our patient referrals
• Share/post on social media about All Children See and share posts from the Children’s Eye Foundation of AAPOS social media platforms
• Report updates to the program manager at ACS@aapos.org

Program Goals

• Expand outreach and awareness of the ACS program among pediatric ophthalmologists and parents.
• Empower ambassadors with the skills and knowledge to communicate the initiatives of the All Children See (ACS) program.
• Foster a supportive and diverse community of pediatric eye ambassadors, providing opportunities for connection both in-person and online.
• Cultivate interest in pediatric ophthalmology.

Benefits of Joining

• Learn about grants, meetings, and pediatric ophthalmology-related events.
• Network and establish connections with members from physicians across AAPOS.
• Hone your leadership and communication skills.
• Receive recognition for your efforts.
• Participate in building a national referral network for disadvantaged youth.
• Add participating in a national AAPOS project to your residency CV.

What to Expect as a Volunteer

1. Apply to become a Provisional AAPOS Member.
2. Email acs@aapos.org so the status of your application can be monitored.
3. After approval, you will receive an email with a link to apply as a Pediatric Eye Ambassador.
4. A welcome page will appear after submitting your application.
5. Follow the Children’s Eye Foundation of AAPOS on social media.
6. Start sharing/posting on social media about the ACS program.