The mission of the AAP Community Access to Child Health (CATCH) Program is to support pediatricians to collaborate within their communities to advance the health of all children. Our vision is that every child in every community reach optimal health and well-being. We are currently accepting applications for a District CATCH Facilitator (DCF)  to serve on the DCF Executive Committee representing District VI. The Executive Committee oversees all aspects of the CATCH grant and CATCH-On programs and provides support to the Healthy Tomorrows Partnership for Children Program. DCFs are responsible for expanding the efforts of the CATCH program and providing support to Chapter CATCH Facilitators, District Resident Liaisons, and National Resident Liaisons.

All nominees are required to have the following attributes:

  • Commitment to the CATCH program as demonstrated in the mission and vision
  • Commitment to and experience working with children, families, and communities from diverse backgrounds that may include differences in race, ethnicity, religion, socioeconomic status, language, sexual orientation, gender identity, special health care needs, and other attributes.
  • AAP membership at the national and chapter levels.

Candidates should possess:

  • Knowledge and interest in any of the following topics: community partnerships, population health, innovations in health care delivery, social determinants of health, health disparities, child and family wellness, multi-generational care, and multi-sector partnerships
  • Interest in supporting the recruitment and engagement of AAP members for participation in CATCH

District CATCH Facilitators are appointed by their AAP District Chairperson to serve one 3 year-term with the ability to renew for one additional term. View DCF Responsibilities and Activities for more information.

CATCH upholds the AAP Statement on Diversity and Inclusion and encourages individuals of diverse backgrounds and perspectives to apply for the Executive Committee. CATCH values all forms of diversity which may include (but are not limited to) differences in age, race, ethnicity, geography, religion, socioeconomic status, language, immigration background, sexual orientation, gender identity, special health care need, politics, and other attributes.

To be considered for the position, please complete the online application by November 30, 2025.