01 | Client-Centered Advocacy: Helping clients overcome barriers to resources and facilitating engagement in meaningful occupation. |
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Professional Advocacy: Promoting the distinct value of OT to teams, payers, and policymakers, which involves articulating unique skills, especially when services are challenged by regulations or payment issues.c |
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Legislative Advocacy: Influencing laws and regulations by engaging with elected officials, monitoring bills, and shaping policy to support occupational justice and appropriate practice scope. |
04 | Occupational Justice: Advocating for the right of all people to engage in meaningful occupations that support their health and well-being by ensuring equal opportunies and freedom from systemic barriers that restrict participation. |
01 | Become a member: Join the the Arkansas Occupational Therapy Association for resources, advocacy alerts, and connections. |
02 | Join a committee: Connect with the Arkansas Occupational Therapy Association Legislative Committee to learn about policies and work on initiatives to support the practice of occupational therapy in the state of Arkansas. |
03 | Engage policymakers: Contact your AROTA lobbyist and state legislators and share your opinions and perspectives on current issues. |