Help Shape the Future of IADT
The International Association of Dental Traumatology (IADT)
invites nominations for the
IADT Board of Directors for the 2027–2028 term.
Newly elected Directors will serve a two-year term,
beginning January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2028.
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About the Role
An IADT Director is a member of the
Board of Directors, elected by the organization's
membership to represent members' interests and
ensure that the organization's management acts on their behalf.
As a member of the Board, a Director participates in governing
the organization by:
- Establishing its mission, policies and objectives
- Selecting, appointing, supporting and reviewing officers
- Approving annual budgets
- Accounting to IADT members for the organization's performance
All Directors are expected to be actively involved in the
organization and devote substantial time to various tasks
throughout their term.
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Eligibility Criteria
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A nominee must be a current
IADT Active Member for three consecutive years
or a Life Member.
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Former Directors are eligible for election, provided that
they have not served as a Director during the
preceding three years.
Nomination Process
Nominations may be self-initiated,
submitted by a third party, or made by the
Directors Nominating Committee.
If a nomination is initiated by a third party, it must be
accompanied by an acknowledgment from the nominee that they
are willing to serve as a Director of IADT.
Required Nomination Materials
Member-initiated and self-initiated nominations, including
nominations of former Directors, must include the following
documentation:
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Three Letters of Support
Three (3) letters from Active or Life IADT members.
Each letter must include:
- Identification of the member providing the letter
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The relationship to the nominee and length of time
they have known the nominee
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An explanation of the nominee's qualifications,
experience and strongest qualities for serving
effectively as an IADT Director
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Nominee Acknowledgment
If the nomination is initiated by a third party, include
an acknowledgment from the nominee confirming that
she/he is willing to serve as a Director of the IADT.
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Recent Photograph
Provide a recent digital color photograph
(headshot) of the nominee.
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One-Page Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Submit a one-page CV, not to exceed 250 words,
detailing current and past activities in dental traumatology
related to academic, organizational, community, governmental,
or clinically based environments.
5
Statement of Motivation
Submit a one-paragraph Statement of Motivation
explaining why the nominee wants to serve as an IADT Director
and her/his goals if elected.
Submit Your Nomination
Nominations must be submitted to the
Chair of the Directors Nominating Committee
at the IADT Administration Office via email no later than
September 27, 2026.
All nominations received will be acknowledged by email.
Nominations lacking any required documentation will
not be considered.
The Committee will review all applications and prepare ballot
papers for election in November 2026.
Questions?
Please check the IADT website or contact any member of the
Board of Directors for further information, or send specific
questions regarding Board nominations to:
iadt@iadt-dentaltrauma.org
Many thanks for your commitment to our association.
Working together makes the IADT the premier dental trauma
organization it is today!
Sincerely,
Anne O'Connell
Chair
Directors Nominating Committee