Occupational Therapy Association of Californa

OTAC 2026 Advocacy Day

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New event date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026 (changed from May 20)
Event time: 9am-5pm. You can register for the AM, PM, or both AM/PM.
Cost: FREE. Exclusive event for OTAC members.

Virtual training: Once you are registered, we will sign you up for the virtual training scheduled for Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 6:30pm to 7:30pm. You can participate live or listen to the recording.

Speak Up for OT!
Join us as we speak up for the value of occupational therapy and client access to OT services. Register today … and we will also sign you up for our virtual training and strategizing with our advocacy experts on educating the California legislator about OT.

About Advocacy Day
We are proud to sponsor a second (and virtual) OT Advocacy Day — a powerful opportunity for occupational therapy professionals and students to champion the profession and ensure that clients across California have access to qualified, appropriate OT services.

Why Advocacy Day Matters.
Advocacy Day affords you direct access to your legislators. You'll have real dialogue about the distinct value occupational therapy brings to their constituents — and together, we demonstrate the collective strength of the OT voice.

And the Best Part? It's Easy.
We handle all the heavy lifting so you can focus on what only you can do — share your story. Here's what we take care of:

  • Identifying the legislative bills and issues to address
  • Developing fact sheets, talking points, and leave-behind materials for legislative offices
  • Scheduling virtual appointments with legislators and their staff
  • Providing virtual training and advocacy coaching
  • Attending every virtual legislative meeting alongside you

Your One Job: Show Up and Speak Up.
Tell legislators what OT means in your workplace. What is occupational therapy's distinct value in your setting? That authentic, professional perspective is exactly what legislators, and their staff want to hear — it's what moves the needle.

How to Participate.
Simply sign up, and we'll schedule you for a virtual training and strategy session with our advocacy experts. Then join whichever legislative appointments fit your schedule. It's that simple.

Let's show California's legislators the collective power of the OT voice.