Get Involved on IPNA Committees (2026)

Dear Members,

We are currently seeking volunteers to serve on several IPNA committees, which are central to our mission of leading global efforts to improve care for all children with kidney disease through advocacy, education, training, and research. As a committee volunteer, you will help shape new initiatives and projects that support this mission.

The following committees are accepting applications:

– Best Practice and Standards 

– Communication & Patient Education 

– Fellowship 

– Finance & Development 

– Professional Education 

– Research 

– Sisters Center 

– Special Projects 

– Archives & History 

General requirements:

– Active IPNA member 

– Health professional with a focus on pediatric nephrology 

– Fluent in English 

– Willing to commit the time and effort needed to achieve committee goals 

– Term of service: 3 years, with annual renewal based on participation, collaboration, and communication 

Members who have served on our committees since the last call in 2023 and wish to continue are also encouraged to reapply for a second term, if interested.

Committee descriptions 

Please review the committee role descriptions listed HERE carefully to ensure you meet specific requirements.

How to apply 

Please read the requirements and submit your application HERE, including your CV and a brief statement of interest explaining your motivation.

Application deadline: January 5, 2026 ​

All applications will be reviewed carefully and final selections will be made by IPNA leadership and the respective committee chairs.

If you have any questions, please send us an email at office@theipna.org.

Thank you for your dedication to our mission. We look forward to hearing from many of you soon.

Sincerely,

Rukshana Shroff

IPNA President

John D Mahan

IPNA Treasurer