Leadership Elections

Your Vote, Your Society!

GSA is a member-based organization, and its elected leaders, selected by you, help shape the Society's future. Voting is a member benefit and an important duty of all GSA members.

How do I vote?

Elections are held June 19-July 10, 2026. Instructions for casting your ballot online are sent via email.

Who votes?

All GSA members in good standing are eligible to vote.

What positions do I vote for?

All members of the Gerontological Society of America who have designated a primary section are entitled to vote for officers of that section and for Board of Directors positions.

All members who are Academy Representatives with the Academy for Gerontology in Higher Education are entitled to vote for officers of AGHE as well as for officers of their primary section and for the Board of Directors positions.

All student and early career members are entitled to vote for officers of ESPO as well as for officers of their primary section and for the Board of Directors positions.

Members who are not affiliated with a section are entitled to vote for Board of Directors positions.

Candidates

Read the 2026 Election Guide to learn about the Candidates for each position.

2026 Election Guide

Elections

GSA is a member-based organization and its elected leaders help shape the future of the Society. Elections are held annually each summer for Board of Directors and Member Group officers.