Advocacy Resources & Actions 

Advocacy is a powerful way to amplify the voice of occupational therapy and drive meaningful change. Whether you're raising public awareness, influencing policies, or engaging with legislators, having the right tools and strategies can make a significant impact. Assess your advocacy readiness with the Advocacy Capacity Questionnaire, utilize our Advocacy Toolkit, and explore actionable steps to maximize your efforts.

Advocacy Capacity Questionnaire (members only)

Advocacy Toolkit (members only)

 

Find your elected officials

Advocacy Ideas?

  • Join ConnOTA

  • Join AOTA

  • Vote

  • Write/E-mail legislators

  • Call/Visit legislators

  • Attend hearings and meetings

  • Donate to AOTPAC

  • Join ConnOTA (Attend Meetings - Join a Committee - Do legislative reviews - Testify at a hearing)

  • Join industry organizations

  • Educate/Tell friends, family and/or colleagues about the issues

  • Donate to PACs

  • OT Month activities

  • Do community lectures

  • Local, state and national presentations

  • Advocate to payers