Empowering Black Occupational Therapy Practitioners and Students |
About Us
Our Misson
The National Black Occupational Therapy Caucus was founded in 1974 to provide professional support and networking opportunities for Black Occupational Therapist practitioners.
The purpose of the National Black Occupational Therapy Caucus (NBOTC) is to act as an 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.
Our Objectives
Increase Communication
Among Black occupational therapy practitioners and students.
Support Recruitment
Facilitate and support the recruitment, retention, and certification of Black occupational therapy students.
Promote Equality
Promote equal opportunities in employment and education for Black occupational therapy practitioners and students.
Address Concerns
Identify and address issues and concerns that impact Black occupational therapy practitioners and students.
Foster Representation
Foster representation and participation by Black occupational therapy practitioners and students in professional associations.
Promote Quality Health Care
Promote quality health care and occupational therapy to consumers of African descent.
Encourage Leadership
Encourage and develop leaders and role models of African descent for the occupational therapy profession at all levels.
We Strive to Develop Leaders and Role Models of African Descent for the Occupational Therapy Profession at All Levels
Donate TodayOur 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!
