VOTA's annual advocacy day is an opportunity to gather with OT practitioners and students in our state capitol to learn, collaborate, and advocate for our profession. Programming will include an update on the legislative initiates in Virginia, updates on VOTA's strategic priorities, briefings on current bills, and an advocacy in action activity. In person Attendees will have the opportunity to attend meetings with representatives.
We will be making appointments for attendees with local legislators, so please try to register by January 23rd if you are planning to attend in person. The deadline for in-person registration is January 31. If you plan to attend virtually, please register by February 13.
In person schedule:
8:30am: Networking and refreshments
9:00-10:00 Presentations
10:00 Group photo
10:15: Meetings with representatives begin and run until 1pm
Virtual schedule:
9:00-10:00 Presentations
10:00 and on :
Attend a general assembly committee meeting virtually
Email or call your representative about recommended bills
Review website advocacy materials
Schedule a virtual meeting with your legislator
