AMAT Committees

Click on each committee title to email AMAT for more information about how they work and how to get involved.

African American Committee

Works to address the unique challenges and health disparities faced by African American communities in organ donation and transplantation.

Collaborates with other committees to develop outreach programs that build trust, educate, and encourage organ donor registration among African Americans, sharing these resources with AMAT members.

Latino Committee

Focuses on overcoming language barriers and cultural concerns to increase organ and tissue donation within Latino communities.

Works with other committees to create culturally sensitive educational materials and outreach strategies, providing these resources to AMAT members.

LGBTQ+ Affairs Committee

Addresses the specific challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in the organ donation process.

This committee collaborates to advocate for inclusive policies that ensure equitable treatment and representation of LGBTQ+ communities in transplantation, sharing best practices and resources with AMAT members.

Asian American & Pacific Islander Committee

Focuses on addressing cultural and religious beliefs that may impact organ donation decisions within Asian American and Pacific Islander populations.

Works with other committees to create community education initiatives and support networks, providing AMAT members with the tools and resources to promote donation effectively.

Native American Committee

Works to engage Native American communities while respecting traditional practices and beliefs about donation.

Collaborates with other committees to develop outreach strategies and educational programs that foster partnerships with tribal leaders and provide these tools to AMAT members.

Family Services and Aftercare Committee

Provides donor families with resources and support throughout the donation process and beyond.

This committee shares its expertise and tools with other committees, ensuring that AMAT members can offer comprehensive support to donor families post-donation.

Clinical Development Committee

Focuses on improving clinical care standards and transplantation procedures by sharing best practices among healthcare professionals.

Collaborates with other committees to promote the development of protocols that enhance the quality of care for both donors and recipients, providing these resources to AMAT members.

Public Relations/Media Committee

Aims to raise awareness of organ donation through positive media representation and campaigns.

Works with other committees to build public trust, sharing strategies and tools with AMAT members to highlight the life-saving impact of donation.

Hospital Development Committee

Fosters strong relationships with hospitals to improve the organ donation process.

Collaborates with other committees to provide education for healthcare professionals on best practices for identifying potential donors and working with donor families.

The committee shares these protocols and policies with AMAT members, helping to improve coordination between hospitals and transplant organizations.