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News from Member Organisations September 2024 - Australia

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Join your fellow mental health OT colleagues at Occupational Therapy Australia’s OT Mental Health Forum 2024 on Thursday 28 and Friday 29 November in Melbourne, Australia.

The forum provides the opportunity to come together and exchange ideas, to share practices and challenges, to network and meet new colleagues and to learn from an exciting array of current OT mental health practice and research activity.

The theme for this year’s forum is Empowering Minds, Transforming Lives and the program promises to be motivating and inspiring.

Interested OTs can register for the event here.

Discounted early bird registrations are now available.

The OTA Mental Health Program is now live

We're thrilled to announce the OT Mental Health Forum 2024 program is officially live! OTA and our Forum Committee have put together an exciting, varied program that spans two full days.

With inspiring keynote speakers, panel sessions, ePosters, workshops and more, this is an inspiring program with something for everyone working in mental health occupational therapy.

Explore the full program here.

We hope you and the occupational therapists in your network will join the OT Mental Health Forum 2024 this November to share experiences, ideas, innovations and to celebrate all that is great about occupational therapy in mental health.

For more information on the OT Mental Health Forum 2024, visit the website and should you have any questions, please contact us on [email protected].

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CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: 31st National Conference & Exhibition 2025! Join us on 25-27 June 2025 at the Adelaide Convention Centre, Australia for our 31st National Conference & Exhibition 2025.

The Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) National Conference is Australia’s largest professional gathering of occupational therapists, bringing together over 1,000 like-minded professionals from around the country and overseas. It provides fantastic opportunities for networking and professional development, with access to the latest in healthcare products and technology.

Call for Abstracts Closing Mid-September 2024

OTA warmly invites you to submit one or more abstracts. This is a wonderful opportunity to have your research published in the Australian Occupational Therapy Journal. For more information on submission guidelines, mentoring assistance, and abstract examples, please see here.

Why present?

  • Diverse Exposure: Showcase your work to a diverse audience of occupational therapists.
  • Peer Review and Feedback: Receive valuable feedback through our rigorous peer review process to enhance the quality of your work.
  • Variety of Presentation Types: Choose from oral presentations, ePoster displays, Occupation Stations, or be a part of our exciting new workshops – ensuring your message is delivered in the most impactful way.
  • Career Advancement: Presenting at the Conference provides a unique opportunity for career advancement, recognition, and professional growth.
  • Recognition: Have your abstract included in the Australian Occupational Therapy Journal.

Don’t miss Australia’s major scientific conference for occupational therapists! The program has 3 days jam-packed with inspiring presentations, invited and keynote speakers, hands on demonstrations and interactive workshops as well as a large exhibition showcasing the latest industry suppliers and products.

Submit your abstract here.

Occupational Therapy Australia Continuing Professional Development Programs

The Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA) CPD program is a peer-reviewed, evidence-based program offering education across numerous practice areas, clinical skills, and career stages. An independent panel of expert occupational therapists evaluates the program offerings to ensure the content aligns with current evidence-based practices relevant to the profession. OTA provides accessible and pertinent professional education through webinars, workshops, and online resources, supporting occupational therapists in enhancing their skills, sharing expertise, and fostering professional connections.

Practice areas covered by our CPD program include mental health, pain management, disability, and more.

Head to our website to learn more here.