Abstract
The profession of occupational therapy and the discipline of occupation science are interested in addressing social, economic, and political systems that create injustices. However, theoretical and practical tools to support this work are disparate and variable; thus, an international dialogue is welcome to find collaborative ways forward. This dialogical session is an action of a workgroup interested in examing and celebrating global approaches in social transformative practice and theory with scholars based in Australia, Brazil, France, Belgium and the United States. Purpose of the session: The aims of this session are threefold:(i) to identify global practices on social transformation through occupation,(ii) to situate practices in geo-sociopolitical contexts and the resources required, and (iii) facilitate opportunities for international collaboration to discuss, imagine, and develop this (re)emerging area of practice. Structure and method of participant engagement: Participants will be invited to introduce themself briefly and explain why social transformation is relevant for them (as a concept/idea and practice, as citizens and professionals). Then, in small groups of 3-4 participants, they will discuss notions/concepts and resources used in their practice and the differences across multiple geo-sociopolitical contexts. Then they will be invited to share the similarities and the specificities of each experience/context and how they envision a possible collaboration network. Two discussion questions or themes: What are the needs/social issues you aim to address through the use of an occupation-based approach? What are the resources/tools (e.g. theory, staff, money) used/required to promote social change in your context?
| Original language | English |
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| Pages | 9-10 |
| Number of pages | 2 |
| Publication status | Published - 18 Aug 2022 |
| Event | Inaugural World Occupational Science Conference 2022 - Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre, Vancouver, Canada Duration: 18 Aug 2022 → 20 Aug 2022 https://wosc.osot.ubc.ca/ https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/epdf/10.1080/14427591.2022.2111001?needAccess=true (Published abstracts) https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14427591.2022.2111001 (Abstract proceedings) https://med-fom-wosc.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2022/08/Program-at-a-glance_Aug-17.pdf (Program) |
Conference
| Conference | Inaugural World Occupational Science Conference 2022 |
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| Country/Territory | Canada |
| City | Vancouver |
| Period | 18/08/22 → 20/08/22 |
| Other | The scientific program of the inaugural World Occupational Science Conference in its quality and diversity reflects the strength of occupational science around the globe as well as the theme of the conference ‘Occupation and Society: Global to Local Perspectives for the Future’. We would like to extend a huge thanks to the 36 members of the International Abstract Review Committee who evaluated the merit of over 220 submissions and to the members of the Scientific Committee who put together the final program based on those evaluations. We are thrilled to have almost 150 oral presentations, poster, and dialogic sessions from occupational scientist scholars from 37 countries around the world on a diverse range of topics including decolonization, belonging, student education, LGBTQIA2S+, migration, occupational justice, transition, mobilities, design, non-sanctioned occupations, retirement, play, and oppression to name just a few. We are looking forward to rich and diverse discussions between us all throughout the days of the conference as we come together to celebrate occupational science and to look to the future. We look forward to welcoming you to the conference and to Vancouver. |
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