Diverse-OT uplifts the voices of underrepresented groups in Occupational Therapy

We provide our students with opportunities and skills to advocate for change in their
profession and programs.

“I found it challenging to find and connect with other OT students/OTs that seemed to care about advocacy and occupational justice as much as I do. Diverse OT brought me to a community of OTs who I can learn from and are committed to issues I care about.”

Diverse-OT: Promoting equity, justice, and inclusion in OT education & practice since 2016

Diverse-OT National is committed to dismantling systemic oppression in occupational therapy and Progressing the fight for health equity. Through education, leadership, and empowerment, we equip OT practitioners to deliver radically inclusive care grounded in the experiences of those most impacted by inequity.

Other organizations promise to make a difference. We actually do it

Engage with the world through Diverse-OT’s chapters

Our chapters are involved in industry-changing, culturally competent work — from creating scholarships to building new libraries.

Boston University

Colorado State University

University of Wisconsin La Crosse

University of Wisconsin Madison

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

“I benefit socially through a community of like-minded individuals, emotionally from a space to process difficult emotions about OT/healthcare, and professionally by meeting inspiring clinicians and building connections.”

We envision a future where all occupational therapists provide inclusive, just, and culturally relevant care

Support the material conditions of Diverse-OT

Diverse-OT is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that survives off the kindness of our community. Our funds help keep the org running, support our chapters, and provide financial assistance to BIPOC and other marginalized students.
Please support our work so we can support the future of occupational therapy. At Diverse-OT, we want to help shape the field of occupational therapy to be more inclusive and train future OTs to approach their practice with cultural responsiveness. We support our students through opportunities for learning, material resources, and community-based support and recruitment.

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