The Network of Occupational Therapy Practitioners with Disabilities and Supporters (NOTPD) is an independent organization and member of the Multicultural, Diversity & Inclusion Network (MDI), a recognized organization of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). The NOTPD advocates for equal access and inclusion of all occupational therapy practitioners, students, and members of the public in AOTA-sponsored events, programs, and services as well as in the occupational therapy profession as a whole worldwide. The NOTPD serves as a voice for its members on disability issues and is a resource on professional issues faced by disabled OT practitioners and students, disability culture, research, legislation and advocacy. The NOTPD’s ultimate goal is to make AOTA and the occupational therapy profession the world leaders in respecting and promoting equal access and inclusion of all people.
NOTPD was founded in 1995 and began with 2 OTs and an OT student. We have grown to over 3000+ in 9 countries. We welcome all Disabled OTs, Disabled OTAs, students with disabilities and allies.