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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.

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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

  • CA, AZ, and NV Interest Meeting

    • Saturday, March 21, 2026
    • 10:00 AM
    Register

    We are excited to invite occupational therapy practitioners, and students, in California, Arizona, and Nevada to an upcoming Black Occupational Therapy Caucus Interest Meeting.

    This interest meeting is an opportunity to:

    • Learn more about the mission and work of the Black Occupational Therapy Caucus

    • Connect with OT practitioners, educators, and students across the region

    • Explore what regional engagement and leadership could look like in CA, AZ, and NV

    • Share ideas, needs, and hopes for community building, mentorship, and advocacy

    Whether you are new to the Caucus, curious about getting involved, or looking for a space rooted in connection and collective growth, we welcome you.

    Meeting Details:
    Date: Saturday March 21, 2026
    ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM PST, 12 PM CSP, 1 PM EST
    Location: Virtual via Zoom

    We believe in the power of community and in creating spaces where Black occupational therapy educators, practitioners and students can connect, lead, and lift as we climb. We hope you will join us and be part of shaping what this region can become.

    Please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues and students who may be interested.


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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.

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Goal: $15,000.00
Collected: $4,073.00
27%


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