NMVMA needs more members to take an active role now. We have education to deliver, students to support, and veterinary expertise to bring into policy discussions. Staff coordination alone cannot carry all of this work. Without volunteers, important work stops. When roles go unfilled, projects stall and opportunities are lost.

To everyone already contributing: thank you. We are asking more colleagues to join you so responsibility can be shared and good work can continue.

Where we need help

Role A useful contribution
Board and future officer leadership Help set priorities, oversee resources, and represent members. Members with finance or budgeting experience can help develop our next generation of financial leadership.
Project leads Take responsibility for a defined effort, such as a regional event, student connection project, relief-directory outreach, or volunteer recruitment activity.
Education volunteers Help select useful topics, recruit speakers, coordinate local hosts, or support a webinar.
Subject matter experts Contribute a short presentation, a de-identified case, a resource review, or practical policy expertise.
Mentors and community connectors Welcome students and early-career colleagues, introduce a potential volunteer, or help start a useful Member Networks conversation.

A role that fits your time

You can start with one task, one event, or a short project. Ongoing leadership is another option. Tell us your interests, city, and how much time you can offer; we will agree on a clear role and scope before you commit. You do not need to arrive with a finished plan.

Retiring or already retired? Stay connected.

Your judgment, relationships, and knowledge of New Mexico practice remain valuable. Mentor a new colleague, review an educational resource, share a case, or help an incoming leader learn the role. A smaller clinical schedule can open a different way to serve.

A November conversation for future volunteers

We are planning a virtual volunteer town hall before Thanksgiving. Meet member leaders, hear how service has shaped their professional relationships and growth, and ask candid questions about the work. Date and joining details will be announced. Let us know now if you would like an invitation.

Current leaders can help today by personally inviting a colleague and offering to guide their first contribution. New Mexico deserves an active, member-led veterinary association. Please help us build the team to sustain it.

Tell us how you would like to help

Ready to explore formal leadership? Complete the Board interest application. For town hall details, email NMVMA.