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Empowering Black Occupational Therapy Practitioners and Students

Our Misson

Providing Professional Support and Networking Opportunities

We advocate for Black occupational therapy practitioners and occupational therapy students in order to enhance and promote their contributions to the occupational therapy profession, national and state associations, and public-at-large.

We Advocate for Black Leaders and Role Models in the Occupational Therapy Profession to Enhance and Promote their Contributions

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Our Leadership

We are making an extra effort to build our membership for the sake of collective power and support. Together we can do great things!

Riqiea Kitchens PhD, OTR, BCPR, CSRS President
Candice Freeman OTD, MOT, OTR Vice President
Lisa Simmons OTD, OTR/L Secretary
Brendan Cook OTD, OTR/L Treasurer
Nikki Demus MOT, OTR, CAPS Central and Interim Western Regional Coordinator
Nardia Aldridge PhD, OTR/L, DTM Eastern Regional Coordinator
Grace Hopkins OTDS Student Representative

Becoming An Active Member Supports Black Scholarship, Advocacy, Professional Development, Operations and Ongoing Programming

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Upcoming Events

    • Tuesday, September 16, 2025
    • 10:00 AM
    • Thursday, October 16, 2025
    • 11:59 PM
    • https://www.aota.org/events/calendar/elections-nominations


    Your leadership matters!

    Help shape what comes next for the occupational therapy profession.

     

    The nomination window for AOTA’s 2026 Elections opens tomorrow. If you have ideas, passion, or a vision for the future of occupational therapy, step forward! Nominate yourself or someone who inspires you at aota.org/elections. Nominations close on October 16 at 11:59 am ET. 


     Log into the election nomination site to read more and submit your nomination here.

    https://www.aota.org/events/calendar/elections-nominations


    • Wednesday, October 15, 2025
    • 6:00 PM
    • sfbotc.wildapricot.org/events

    Are you passionate about mental health, advocacy, and meaningful occupation?

    Join us for a powerful and inspiring session with Robin Underwood, PhD, OT/L, as we explore how occupational therapy can be a lifeline for domestic violence survivors. Learn how OTPs play a crucial role in trauma recovery, daily life skills, safety planning, and community reintegration

    You're Invited: 
    SFBOTC's Emerging Practice Series in Collaboration with NSU

    ✨ The OTP's Role Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors ✨

    Wednesday, October 15
    6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
    Via Zoom
    Donation: $10 members | $15 general
    Contact hours provided

    Register today at: sfbotc.wildapricot.org/events

    Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, uplift your practice, and stand in solidarity with survivors.
    Let’s be the change—one life, one intervention at a time.




    • Saturday, November 08, 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • https://mcnicholsc7.wixsite.com/lymphedema-education

    In order to increase lymphedema education for occupational therapy practitioners and education programs across Virginia, we are hosting a free, one-day Lymphedema education workshop on Saturday, November 8th, from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm at the College of Health Professions, 900 E Leigh Street, Richmond, Virginia on the medical campus at VCU. The event will be taught by a lymphedema-certified OT and PT and is designed to enhance clinical knowledge and skills in this important area of rehabilitation.

    Workshop Topics Include:

    ·         Anatomy & physiology of the lymphatic system

    ·         Understanding edema vs. lymphedema

    ·         Contraindications & precautions

    ·         Treatment principles

    ·         Case-based learning with hands-on laboratories, including:

    o    Circumferential measurement

    o    Bandaging demonstrations

    o    Device demo from Tactile Medical

    Additional Details:

    ·         Free to attend

    ·         Lunch provided

    ·         Paid parking

    ·         Gift card for all participants

    ·         Travel award may be available for attendees traveling 3+ hours from Richmond

    If interested, please request registration at https://mcnicholsc7.wixsite.com/lymphedema-education.  Please see attached flyer for additional information and access. 


    • Monday, December 08, 2025
    • 7:00 PM

    Save the Date!

    The Multicultural Diversity and Inclusion Network invites you to our Holiday Party!

    Date: Monday, December 8, 2025
    Time: 7:00 – 8:00 PM EST
    Location: Virtual on Zoom (link forthcoming)

    ✨ Come celebrate with us in a joyful, inclusive space! This is your chance to connect with MDI groups, share your feedback, and let us know what YOU would like to see in the new year.

    Let’s close out the year in community, laughter, and celebration. Mark your calendars—you won’t want to miss it!

Frances Swift Scholarship

NBOTC is a 501(C)-6 non-profit organization. donations are welcome to support our scholarship fund. Our vision is to eventually endow the Frances Swift Scholarship. Give Today! Support our Frances Swift Scholarship to assist students with educational costs.

Goal: $15,000.00
Collected: $4,048.00
27%


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