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Diversity and Inclusion in Occupational Therapy: Where We Are, Where We Must Go.
- Source :
- Occupational Therapy in Health Care; Jan2017, Vol. 31 Issue 1, p72-83, 12p
- Publication Year :
- 2017
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Abstract
- Diversity is a fundamental element of the AOTA Centennial Vision and a critical aspect for the visibility, growth, and sustainability of the occupational therapy profession. In this article, the authors suggest that, while the profession has been aware of the need for a diverse workforce and has taken steps to increase diversity and cultural competency, a more structured, comprehensive, and action-oriented approach must be considered to address an issue which impacts professional roles and client engagement, satisfaction, and well-being. Informed by the value-added and mutual accommodation models of cultural diversity, the authors provide specific strategies and actions which promote diversity and inclusion at the personal, institutional/organizational, and professional levels. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 07380577
- Volume :
- 31
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- Occupational Therapy in Health Care
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 121078994
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/07380577.2016.1270479