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Resources for FMIGs

The resources below are tools available to FMIGs as they work to promote family medicine on a local level.
AAFP Student Leadership -- Find out who your elected and appointed student leaders are and talk to them about what issues you want shared with the AAFP.
FMIG Network Leaders -- Get in touch with your Regional Coordinator to share ideas, ask questions, or connect with other schools hosting activities in your region.
FMIG Logo and Guidelines -- Obtain instructions on how to add the logo as artwork to promotional materials and include a link to Virtual FMIG on your school's Web site.
FMIG Faculty Advisor Resources -- This section includes the FMIG Faculty Advisor Manual and links to other documents and presentations that might be useful to faculty advisors.
FMIG Manual -- This compilation of creative suggestions and programming tips can help guide your FMIG's activities, whether your group is just starting up or has been established for many years.
Funding -- Learn how your FMIG can earn extra money by signing students up for AAFP membership and participating in the FMIG Funding Initiative.
Program of Excellence (PoE) Awards -- Read application criteria and winning applications for several best practices that can be implemented by your interest group.
SNMA Collaboration -- Find out how your FMIG can create joint programming with another student group and share your experiences with the FMIG Network.
The MedShow -- Discover a new resource for medical students that features videos, blogs and information about becoming a physician.
Brochures and Handouts for FMIGs -- Links to brochures and other promotional materials that can help your FMIG attract members.
FMIG Events Calendar -- Check out FMIG events from across the country and AAFP deadlines. Also, add your FMIG's events to help students from other schools find your event.
National Primary Care Week -- During this week, medical schools across the country are encouraged to organize programming that focuses on primary care.

"Explore Your FMIG on Campus" Poster and Postcard

Two new resources have been created for your FMIG to use in recruiting members. A postcard (2-page PDF file; About PDFs) and poster (1-page PDF file; About PDFs) can be distributed at activities fairs, displayed across your medical school campus or e-mailed to peers who may be interested in joining an FMIG. Hard copies are available as well; e-mail us for more information.