State and Territory Advisory Groups
State and Territory Advisory groups are advisory groups of OTA members from across states and territories to bring voice to local and state-based issues affecting occupational therapists and communities. Advisory Groups provide pivotal intelligence to inform OTA of the opportunities, emerging issues, and changing landscape to enable OTA to be responsive to all of our members' needs, no matter where they reside. Advisory Group members welcome and value questions, input and feedback from OTA members. If you would like to connect with any of our State and Territory Advisory members, please contact us at OTA, and we will be happy to forward your request.
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State and Territory Advisory Groups
There are eight Advisory groups, one in each state and territory (see links below). The State and Territory Advisory groups meet at regularly to discuss opportunities and activities impacting occupational therapists in their state or territory.
The key tasks and functions of the State and Territory Advisory group are:
- Represent the interests of members affiliated with the State and Territory
- Provide localised advice on issues of relevance to the State and Territory
- Provide feedback on papers, projects and issues presented to the advisory group to support the development of programs and services within OTA
- Raise issues (current or potential) for occupational therapy practice and professional standards as well as opportunities for improvement
- Advocate and educate others including key stakeholders and broader community on the role of occupational therapy
- Represent Occupational Therapy Australia at key external meetings or events
To be eligible for nomination a nominee must be an OTA member and reside in the geographical area of the State and Territory.
