30th National Conference and Exhibition wrap-up

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Next, President Carol McKinstry presented the association awards for the Sylvia Docker Lectureship, Fellows of the Research Academy and Research Awards. Check out page 28 for details of the recipients.

Following the opening session, a variety of concurrent sessions took place throughout the day on topics including assistive technology, supporting the OT workforce, Indigenous curriculum, disability & sexuality, and many more.

Early career researchers gained valuable insights from experienced academics at our Early Career Researcher/ Academic Speed Q&A event, rotating tables every seven minutes to talk career paths and academic life.

On Thursday evening, Gala Dinner attendees enjoyed a three-course dinner on the City Terrace. It was a great opportunity to catch up with colleagues, meet new peers and hit the dance floor!

It was a privilege to hear from our final keynote speaker, Professor Faye McMillan AM, a Wiradjuri yinaa (woman) and strong advocate for improving Indigenous healthcare outcomes across professions. Faye shared her presentation ‘Through Whose Lens…? When our ship needs to leave the safe harbour’.

Erin Garner (General Manager, Occupational Therapy) and Alex Eather and Alissa Fotiades (General Managers, Government

& Stakeholder Relations) shared an update on OTA’s new directions in advocacy and professional practice. They spoke about OTA’s recent key achievements including our Mental Health Strategy, Member Forum with NDIA CEO and

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Following the opening session, a variety of concurrent sessions took place throughout the day on topics including autism, caring for older people, regional and remote practice, and more.

Delissa Walker Ngadijina, a First Nations master weaver based in Cairns, led a workshop on the techniques to create a traditional dilly bag. The workshop was a great opportunity to learn a new skill while connecting with other OTs.

Day 3 closed with the presentation of conference awards and prize winners, closing remarks, and a thought-provoking panel discussion on Climate Change and the Role of OT. The discussion was facilitated by Tenelle Hodson, with speakers Cait Sinclar and Yessie Mosby. Read more from Tenelle on the role of OT in environmental sustainability on page 10.

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