2025 TNOTA Annual Conference: September 12-14, 2025
J Walter Barnes Conference Center at Jackson General Hospital – 620 Skyline Dr, Jackson, TN
The 2025 TNOTA Annual Conference will be held September 12-14, 2025, in Jackson, TN at the J. Walter Barnes Conference Center at Jackson General Hospital.
Registration Coming Soon!
Early Bird registration is scheduled to open on July 1
Regular registration is scheduled to open on July 23
Theme – Beyond Limits: Expanding OTs Reach and Impact
With this theme TNOTA hopes to represent the diversity of perspectives and experiences observed across occupational therapy practice, from practitioners and clients alike. During our time together in Jackson, TN, we plan to share powerful stories of resilience and innovation, explore new and emerging practices in OT, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and discover how to push the boundaries of our profession as we serve individuals and communities. Join us as we celebrate the transformative power of OT and ignite new possibilities! And prepare to be inspired, connect with your professional peers, and expand your reach and amplify your impact.
Call for Papers
What: 2025 Tennessee Occupational Therapy Association (TNOTA) Conference
When: September 13-14, 2025
*Pre-conference is Friday, September 12, 2025.
Where: West Tennessee Healthcare in Jackson, TN
Deadline for submission: May 9, 2025
Instructions for Submission:
Proposal applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CDT on May 9, 2025.
If you wish to present more than one session, you must submit multiple applications.
Complete all sections of the application. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
You will be asked to identify which type of session you wish to present: poster, short course, or workshop. See the description for each type of session within the application.
By submitting an application, you agree to the policies established by TNOTA as listed below:
Policies Governing Accepted Proposals
Once a proposal is accepted, changes to the proposal are not allowed without written approval from the Conference Planning Committee.
TNOTA reserves the right to assign the day and time that accepted proposals are scheduled.
All OT practitioners presenting and OT/OTA student speakers whose proposals are accepted must register for at least one day of the conference. Accepted speakers are given a discounted rate to the conference. Practitioners will be given 50% off non-member rate, limit 2 speaker discounts per proposal. EXCEPTION: Student presenters will be given free conference registration.
TNOTA does not reimburse or compensate speakers for travel or lodging expenses.
An email notification regarding acceptance of proposals will be sent by June 27, 2025. Email will only be sent to the primary presenter listed on the proposal. Notifications that are not acknowledged by July 14, 2025 will result in a session being removed from the final program.
Standard audiovisual equipment will be available for short course and workshop presentations. This will include LCD projector & screen and lectern with microphone.
Presenters are expected to provide a session handout for their presentations. These handouts will be accessible for registered attendees on the TNOTA website.
RESOURCE: Developing a Proposal for the TNOTA Annual Conference
TNOTA Event Exhibitor & Sponsor Form
TNOTA’s Annual Conference is attended by up to 250 occupational therapy practitioners, educators, and students each year. It is the largest gathering of occupational therapy practitioners in Tennessee.
Please use the form below to nominate any individuals you believe would be good to include in a keynote panel at this year's Annual Conference in Jackson, TN.
Your input is appreciated as we continue planning towards what we hope will be TNOTA's best conference thus far!
