About FIND
The American Society of Nephrology (ASN) is proud to announce the launch of Fostering Innovative Leaders in Nephrology and Dialysis (FIND), a groundbreaking leadership training program designed to create future generations of leaders, regardless of your current level of practice.
This leadership training program will cultivate the necessary skills for nephrology professionals that will translate into improving outcomes and experiences for people living with kidney diseases. FIND will accomplish this goal by offering a one-year virtual leadership training, career-specific mentoring, and networking experience for early career nephrology professionals including those in fellowship training.
FIND is searching for nephrology professionals to join our leadership training program!
What you can expect as a participant:
- Comprehensive Training: didactic and experiential training, career development, and leadership training.
- Longitudinal Mentorship: robust mentorship and networking program to support participants’ career goals.
- Future Opportunities: pathway to ASN activities and leadership roles
Program Activities:
- Attend monthly live virtual sessions with intermittent self-study modules
- Meet 1:1 with leadership mentor at least monthly
- Development of Capstone project with guidance from leadership mentor
- In Person Capstone Project Presentation and Networking Event
Application Requirements:
- Letter of recommendation from the Division Director or equivalent supervisor, specifically supporting the individual’s ability to commit to program activities.
- Curriculum vitae
- Completed Application
Selection Considerations:
- Applicants should be prepared to discuss their career related interests, education background, involvement in health organizations, and examples of overcoming challenges through teamwork.
FIND will be accepting applications starting August 1. The next class is expected to begin in January 2026 and conclude in December 2026.
Spotlight
FIND Leadership Training Program Login
Only mentors and mentees who’ve registered for the program may access the members only pages.
Participants can log in to re-watch sessions or access materials for mentors and mentees.
If you have are registered and are having difficulty logging in, please send an email to mhoward@asn-online.org for assistance.
FIND Questions?
For more information about the Fostering Innovative leaders in Nephrology and Dialysis (FIND) Program, reach out to ASN Staff Lead, Christina Silva, BSN, RN.
