Minnesota Occupational Therapy Association

09/11/2025

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09/05/2025

All Conference Details Found Here!

✨ Big news, OT friends! ✨
The MOTA Annual Conference Program just got an update! 🗓️

You can now find all the details in one convenient place on our website including presentations, location information, special events, and the full daily schedule.

👀 Peek at the program now and start planning your conference experience:
https://mota.wildapricot.org/Annual-Conference

09/05/2025

Just FOUR weeks to go!

🔑 The countdown is ON... just four weeks until the MOTA Conference begins!
You won’t want to miss a moment.

Here’s why you should be there:
✨ Engaging speakers delivering powerful insights
🤝 Dedicated time to connect with OT professionals across the state
🛍️ Explore exhibitors and the handcrafted treasures at the Makers Market
🎉 Unconference Social Event with food, prizes, and networking fun

Whether you’re a student or a seasoned practitioner, this is your space to grow, recharge, and reconnect.

🔗 Register today: https://mota.wildapricot.org/event-6174892

08/29/2025

‼️1 day left for early registration!! ‼️

🎉 Don’t miss out!
Early bird registration for the MOTA Conference ends TOMORROW!

Lock in your discounted rate and join us for connection, learning, and inspiration. 💡✨

🗓️ Register now:
https://mota.wildapricot.org/event-6174892

08/18/2025

Nomination forms are open for 2 more weeks!

🎉 2 WEEKS LEFT for AWARDS NOMINATIONS! 🎉

Do you know an outstanding occupational therapy practitioner or occupational therapy student making a difference? Nominate them for one of MOTA’s prestigious annual awards!

🎉 Lifetime Achievement
🎉 Emerging Leader
🎉 OT of the Year
🎉 OTA of the Year
🎉 Mentorship & Education
🎉 Advocacy & Community Impact

Award recipients will be honored at our 2025 Annual Conference and will receive a FREE one-year MOTA membership!

Submit your nominations today and help us spotlight the inspiring work happening across our field.

Learn more and nominate by clicking the link:
https://forms.gle/EP9UYEFBjbX2hDBx6

Let’s celebrate excellence in OT together! 💙

08/04/2025

What to stay up to date on all MOTA happenings?! Subscribe to our email list!
No MOTA membership required.... but of course we would love for you to join!

Subscribe here: https://mota.wildapricot.org/

07/29/2025

So many amazing presenters at our MOTA Annual Conference this year!

07/28/2025

Come listen to Bryden discuss the EMPOWER Model!

🎤 Presenter Spotlight: Bryden Carlson-Giving, OTD, OTR/L 🌟

We’re thrilled to welcome Bryden Carlson-Giving as a featured presenter at MOTA's Annual Fall Conference!

Ableism proliferates occupational therapy practices,
often marginalizing neurodivergent individuals and contributing to occupational injustice. This session introduces the EMPOWER model, a neurodiversity- focused framework that values neurodivergent ways of being, emphasizes reflection on ableism, and promotes inclusive, affirming practices. It encourages therapists to critically examine their biases throughout the OT process and support and celebrate neurodiversity. Participants will learn practical techniques to implement the model, foster anti-ableist approaches, and advocate for equitable, meaningful occupations for all individuals.

📍 Join us and be part of the conversation.
🔗 https://mota.wildapricot.org/event-6174892

07/28/2025

Two more amazing speakers!

🎤 Presenter Spotlight: Michelle Pettit, MA, OTR/L & Elizabeth Duffy, MS, OTR/L 🌟

We’re thrilled to welcome Michelle Pettit & Elizabeth Duffy as featured presenters at MOTA's Annual Fall Conference!

A presentation with a powerpoint highlighting the following: Increase your understanding of self-injury through learning about potential underlying factors of self-injury, destigmatizing self-injury, and how to approach self-injury with curiosity. The presentation also includes ways to support people who engage in self-injury (and their families) through regulation and other practical strategies such as creating a client- centered safety plan and learning about what tools and strategies may not be helpful. There will be plenty of ready-to-use and helpful resources shared. This presentation will hopefully also improve your confidence in supporting self-injury as a holistic and compassionate OT.

📍 Join us and be part of the conversation.
🔗 https://mota.wildapricot.org/event-6174892

07/10/2025

Do you know an amazing OTP who is making a huge difference in their clients lives? Do you have a mentor or Fieldwork Educator who inspired you? Check out the MOTA Annual awards and nominate your favorite OTP today!

Don't forget to follow MOTA Annual Conference for all conference updateteses!

🎉 Now Accepting Nominations for the 2025 MOTA Awards! 🎉

Do you know an outstanding occupational therapy practitioner or occupational therapy student making a difference? Nominate them for one of MOTA’s prestigious annual awards!

Award recipients will be honored at our 2025 Annual Conference and will receive a FREE one-year MOTA membership!

Submit your nominations today and help us spotlight the inspiring work happening across our field.

Nominations Deadline: September 1, 2025
Learn more and nominate by scanning the QR code or clicking the link: https://forms.gle/EP9UYEFBjbX2hDBx6

Let’s celebrate excellence in OT together! 💙

07/07/2025

Register now!

Join us at the Annual MOTA Conference – 🌟

📅 Date: October 3rd and 4th
📍 Location: Kelly Inn, St. Cloud MN (100 4th Ave S, St Cloud, MN 56301)
🎟️ Register Now: https://mota.wildapricot.org/event-6174892

✨ What to Expect:
✅ Inspiring Keynotes
✅ Maker's Market
✅ Unconference
✅ Workshops and Networking with fellow OTPs

07/07/2025

Get registered for the MOTA Annual Conference to hear these amazing speakers!

Register Now: https://mota.wildapricot.org/event-6174892?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLZGOhleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHpJn6VAiTKPNxNQtTD78ur-wivDJRrgpYg-pU9e9hwXKMyEym-jjjlEDXkP5_aem_-uIkKGmNaPfcS69cjicjCw

🎤 Presenter Spotlight: Bryden Carlson Giving, OTD, OTR/L and LaVonne Fox, PhD, MOTR/L🌟

We’re thrilled to welcome Bryden Carlson Giving and LaVonne Fox as a featured presenters at MOTA's Annual Fall Conference!

This session encourages occupational therapy practitioners to broaden their perspectives by exploring Indigenous worldviews and moving beyond Western concepts of ability. It focuses on decolonizing practice, honoring diverse cultural perspectives, and understanding the impact of colonization on disability. Attendees will gain practical strategies to integrate Indigenous philosophies that embrace neurodiversity, promoting more inclusive, respectful, and equitable care.

📍 Join us and be part of the conversation.
🔗 https://mota.wildapricot.org/event-6174892