It's Your Profession

 

Who Represents Me?

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Not sure who your elected representatives are? Click on the link below and find your election information by entering your home address.

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Grassroots Network

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The goal of the MDS Grassroots Network is to ensure that every legislator has the most accurate information about dentistry and oral health in the Commonwealth.

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What’s in It for Me?

Plenty. First and foremost, you have the opportunity to take a leadership role in your
profession and make a difference at your district or state level. You also will benefit from networking with colleagues and discussing current clinical and management issues that affect your practice and the dental profession—so GIVE IT A TRY.

• Camaraderie                     • Support network
• Developing friendships      • Dentist-to-dentist relationships

Involvement

Sometimes, one of the hardest parts of getting involved can be finding an opportunity
that fits your personality and interests. Check out the MDS opportunities available to
uncover your perfect match.

Time Commitments

  • Small time commitment. There are many small ways to get involved that typically involve volunteering to do a specific task that can take between 3–8 hours of your time. While the time commitment is small, the contribution is not—together, all of these small tasks play an important part in the Society’s needs.
  • Medium time commitment. These roles are ongoing over the course of a year and typically require participation once a quarter. Many of these meetings have a “virtual meeting option” available. These roles play a vital part in the success of the Society in defining policy and operations.
  • Large time commitment. These roles are ongoing over the course of a year or years, and serve as the key governance body of the Society. Time commitments range from quarterly participation to twice a month. These roles help define the mission of the Society.

Volunteer Opportunities

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District Opportunities

If you are interested in participating in your district, you can:

  • Recruit new members
  • Find district meeting sponsors
  • Organize district social events
  • Host a fundraising party
  • Find district speakers
  • Write articles for district newsletter
  • Be the district email communicator
  • Provide community outreach presentation(s)
  • Participate on district nominating committee
  • Participate in MassHealth
  • Serve on the district board
  • Represent the district on a council or committee
  • Run for District Trustee

Councils and Committees

If you are interested in becoming involved in a council or committee, you can serve on one of the following councils and committees:

  • Council on Dental Care Benefits Programs
  • Council on Dental Education
  • Council on Dental Practice
  • Council on Membership
  • Standing Committee on the New Dentist
  • Council on Public Affairs
  • Standing Committee on Government Affairs
  • Standing Committee on Communications
  • Ethics Committee
  • Women’s Leadership Task Force

Advocacy

If you are interested in advocating the MDS legislative agenda on Beacon Hill, and supporting bills that are beneficial to the profession, including oral health initiatives and fluoridation, you can:

  • Write an op ed article
  • Attend Beacon Hill Day
  • Contribute to the MDS PAC/MDS People’s Committee
  • Sign up for the Grassroots Network
  • Email or call local legislators
  • Serve on the Standing Committee on
    Government Affairs

MDS Foundation

If you are interested in helping to support the needs of the MDS Foundation, you can:

  • Participate in annual golf tournament
  • Attend casino night at YDC
  • Host a fundraising party
  • Identify grant opportunities
  • Donate to the MDS Foundation
  • Secure auction items
  • Obtain sponsorships
  • Serve on golf tournament committee
  • Serve on the MDS Foundation Board

 

Community Outreach

If you are interested in helping to support the oral health needs of the community, you can:

  • Attend local health fairs
  • Provide school education
  • Provide senior services

 

Yankee Dental Congress

If you are interested in strengthening the annual Yankee Dental Congress, you can take part as:

  • Room coordinator
  • General arrangements
  • Exhibits
  • Special events
  • Registration
  • YDC presiding chair
  • YDC day captain

 

Time Commitments
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