American Occupational Therapy Foundation

At the American Occupational Therapy Foundation (AOTF), we celebrate the strength, creativity, and dedication of Hispanic occupational therapy practitioners who inspire positive change every day. En AOTF celebramos la fortaleza, creatividad y dedicación de los profesionales hispanos en terapia ocupacional que inspiran un cambio positivo cada día. #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana #HispanicHeritageMonth #AOTF #TerapiaOcupacional #DiversityInOT #InspiringChange

🌟 Happy #WorldTeachersDay! 📒✏️ We join the UN in celebrating teachers who inspire, empower, and transform lives. At the American Occupational Therapy Foundation, we honor the mentors in occupational therapy who guide, support, and empower the next generation of professionals. Their dedication and passion are shaping a brighter future for their students and the field of occupational therapy. 💖 Join us in appreciating these amazing mentors who make a difference every day! #WorldTeachersDay2024 #ThankYouTeachers #OTMentors #EducationMatters #WorldTeachersDay2024 #ThankYouTeachers #OTMentors

Exciting opportunity for entry-level OT students! The American Occupational Therapy Foundation and American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTF/AOTA) invite you to participate in our Institute for Future Scientists in OT on April 4-5, 2025, in Philadelphia, Pa.  The in-person sessions will match potential student scientists with doctoral and post-doctorate mentors. Program participants will meet with leading occupational therapy scientists to address topics such as possibilities within OT science, considerations when evaluating potential doctoral programs, and career opportunities as a scientist. View eligibility requirements and apply by Oct. 18: https://lnkd.in/egmmXrMz #Scientists #OTStudents #OTresearch #AOTAInspire25

Mentors: Empower the Future of OT and Functional Cognition! The details will be coming next week. #OTMentors #AOTFAwards #OTInnovation #FunctionalCognition

🌟 Call for Nominations: Academy of Research Awards! 🌟 Do you know a researcher who has made outstanding contributions to occupational therapy? Now is the time to recognize their hard work and dedication! 🏆 The Academy of Research is accepting nominations until October 30, 2024. This prestigious award honors individuals who have demonstrated exemplary and sustained contributions through research, advancing knowledge in occupational therapy. Learn about the essential attributes we are looking for in a nominee. Nominate here: https://lnkd.in/ebvkDWHx #ResearchExcellence #OccupationalTherapy #AOTFAwards #CallForNominations

Join us in celebrating #WorldOTDay on October 27th! This year's theme, 'Occupational Therapy for All,' highlights the profession's vital role in empowering people to live their lives to the fullest.

Exciting update! 📰 🧩 If you submitted your application by the deadline of midnight on Monday, September 30, you now have until October 7 to complete it. There are over 50 scholarships available from the American Occupational Therapy Foundation and its organizational partners, including state occupational therapy associations. You can receive up to $5,000. Remember: Applicants, please submit only one application. The Proposal Tab will inform you of this. For concerns or questions, please contact us at scholarships@aotf.org 🖇️ https://lnkd.in/e_5Wkkz

Are you curious about who’s leading the way in OT research? 🌟 Meet the 2024 Academy of Research Inductees and get inspired by their groundbreaking contributions! Do you know a colleague who is making a significant impact in advancing occupational therapy research? Nominate them for the 2025 Academy of Research and help celebrate the next generation of research leaders. 🏆 📅 Nominations are open until October 30th. Don’t miss the opportunity to honor excellence in our profession! 🖇️ Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eVgVjeDM #OTResearch #AcademyOfResearch #AOTF #OccupationalTherapy #ResearchExcellence #NominateNow

Thank you to our incredible Board, American Occupational Therapy Association - AOTA leadership, and AOTF staff who participated in the AOTF 62nd Annual Corporate Meeting of the Board of Trustees in Chicago! For nearly 60 years, we have continued building effective, evidence-based occupational therapy with collaborative partners, volunteers, and donors. Scott Campbell, Ph.D. Jeanne Cooper Satvika Garg Kristin Bukovsky Lawrence Liff, thanks for the support! 📍 https://lnkd.in/dPpPbZP #AOTFBoard #OccupationalTherapy #OTResearch

Are you a budding occupational therapist looking to make a mark in research? The Mary J. Bridle First Research Award is your chance to shine! 🔍💡 This prestigious award, sponsored by Pi Theta Epsilon, recognizes exceptional scholarship and innovative research. LOI deadline: September 27. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gU7YMAM8 #OccupationalTherapy #Research #Award #PiThetaEpsilon #MaryJBridle