Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) for OT Practice and Education

Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) for OT Practice and Education

Understanding the Importance of an Intersectional Lens in OT Practice and Education

SIG organizers: Sarah McKinnon, Mandy Mack, Meredith Grinnell

SIG Presenters: Gabriella P. Vasquez, MS, OTR/L

SIG Objectives:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of intersectionality, including its origin and purpose
2. Reflect on their individual social identities and their impact in terms power, privilege, and discrimination
3. Apply principles of intersectionality to existing OT frameworks and theories
4.  Identify areas in OT education that can benefit from an intersectional lens, including the admissions process, student-teacher relationships, and course curricula

Cost:

MAOT Member - Free

Non-Member – $10.00

Non-Member Student – $5.00

Practitioners from other state associations – $5.00

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