The soil of our doing: shifting from equality to equity

It's Black Inclusion Week! OT lecturer, Lily Owens-Atkins, on why OT must move beyond ‘equality’ measures and commit to equity – so Black staff, learners and communities can not only enter the profession but belong and thrive within it
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Elections 2026 in Wales and Scotland: what they mean for occupational therapy

The key opportunities and challenges for occupational therapy following the 2026 devolved elections.

Read our Wales blog

Read our Scotland blog
 

 

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Featured occupational therapy events

A selection of events, from lectures, to masterclasses, to insight sessions, to cafés
Strategy Development Sessions 27/05
Join this one-hour online conversation to share your views on RCOT’s next strategy
Ahead of the moment 12/06
In partnership with Lilli, you'll learn how using home monitoring technology can support proactive OT practice in adult social care
RCOT Leadership Forum 7/7
A space to support your growth as a leader - wherever you are in your journey

RCOT jobs board

Whether in the UK or internationally, in the NHS or private sector, our jobs board gives you at-a-glance details for a range of exciting and interesting roles. 

When you've found the right listing for your skills, just click the ‘Apply Now’ button to start your application and take that first step.