Connections, Renewal, and Inspiration.
1Alyson Stover, MOT, JD, OTR/L, BCP, is President, American Occupational Therapy Association, North Bethesda, MD, and Associate Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA; astover@aotaboard.org or adstover@pitt.edu.
Summary
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) President Alyson Stover found inspiration and renewal by connecting with occupational therapy professionals across the country. Her journey highlighted the importance of community in advancing the field.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Therapy
- Professional Development
- Community Building
Background:
- The American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) INSPIRE 2023 Annual Conference & Expo featured a Presidential Address by Alyson Stover.
- Stover shared personal experiences from her 2022 travels to various state occupational therapy conferences and events.
Purpose of the Study:
- To share Stover's journey of finding connections, renewal, and inspiration through cross-country travel.
- To highlight the role of community in reinvigorating passion for occupational therapy.
- To invite the occupational therapy community to share their own experiences.
Main Methods:
- Presidential Address at AOTA INSPIRE 2023.
- Sharing personal anecdotes from travel experiences in 2022.
- Invitation for audience participation and sharing.
Main Results:
- Stover experienced a "renewal and inspiration" through interactions with occupational therapy professionals nationwide.
- Her passion for expanding her understanding of occupational therapy was reignited.
- The address fostered a sense of community and encouraged shared experiences.
Conclusions:
- Connecting with the broader occupational therapy community is vital for professional renewal and inspiration.
- Personal journeys and shared experiences strengthen the collective understanding and passion for occupational therapy.
- Community engagement plays a crucial role in the advancement of the occupational therapy profession.
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