Empowering Black Occupational Therapy Practitioners and Students
Interested in Working with Justice-Involved Individuals? Whether you're a student, practitioner, or member of the public, don’t miss this powerful and timely session in our Emerging Practice Series!
Topic: The OTP’s Role with Justice-Involved Individuals (Current and Post-Incarceration) When: Saturday, May 17 | 1:00 PM EST Where: Online via Zoom Donation: $10 (SFBOTC Members) | $15 (General Public) Contact hours provided Register here: sfbotc.wildapricot.org/events
Join Alexander Kokesh, MOT, OTR/L, QMHP, Program Development Coordinator at LAITR (Life After Incarceration: Transition and Reentry), as he leads a compelling session on:
✅ Understanding the conditions and challenges justice-involved individuals face ✅ How occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) can support these individuals ✅ Advocacy strategies at the local, state, and national levels to drive meaningful change ✅ Fieldwork and employment opportunities in justice-based OT practice
About the Speaker: Alexander Kokesh is an OT professional with experience in mental health, substance use, and developmental disorders. Passionate about policy reform and psychosocial rehabilitation, Alex brings a unique and empathetic perspective to working with underserved populations.
Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your lens on occupational therapy and social justice!