Welcome to the TNOTA Diversity & Inclusion Webpage!
Our Mission: We exist to amplify diversity in the field of occupational therapy, promote awareness about equality, and advocate for a more inclusive profession regarding scholarship and practice in the state of Tennessee.
Our Vision: A future in which the Tennessee occupational therapy profession is an equitable, inclusive, and diverse representation of service for our community.
The National Black Occupational Therapy Caucus (NBOTC)
A Conversation with Dr. Nardia Aldridge
PLEASE NOTE: To view the chapters for this video, please watch the video on YouTube by clicking the image below. Chapters and time stamps can be found below the video, and in the description of the video on YouTube.
TIME STAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 2:49 Session Objectives 3:03 NBOTC History 4:20 NBOTC Purpose 5:18 NBOTC Vision 6:55 NBOTC Accomplishments 9:34 Notable NBOTC Members 10:24 50th Anniversary Celebration 11:18 Current Initiatives 12:34 Membership Benefits 14:08 Collaborations 15:14 Recent Events 15:56 How to get Involved 17:41 Connect with NBOTC 18:05 AOTA Volunteer Groups 20:05 Q&A/Discussion 40:40 Wrap Up
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Past Events:
- November 19, 2020: Addressing issues of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Occupational Therapy Profession
- February 23, 2021: Black History Month Social Event
- March 31, 2021: Student Diversity Chat: Helping TN OT Students Navigate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- June 17, 2021: Student Diversity Chat: Cultural Humility and Responsiveness
- June 30, 2021: Providing a Safe Space for LGBTQIA+ and Beyond in Occupational Therapy
- July 13, 2021: Hair as an ADL
- September 15, 2021: Student Diversity Chat: Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
- November 1-December 4, 2021: Winter Coat Drive for Our Neighbors Experiencing Homelessness
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Diversity and Inclusion Committee  Est. July 2020
If you'd like to learn more about our initiatives or have questions, please contact the diversity and inclusion committee!
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