Have you considered stewardship as part of your volunteer journey? 

If so, the positions for appointments at AOTA open on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 11:59 am ET [just before noon], and close on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 11:59 am ET [just before noon]. 

These positions assume their role on July 1, 2026, and are for three (3) years unless stated otherwise. All positions are open to OTs and OTAs unless specifically stated. AOTA works to ensure that every committee has at least one OT and at least one OTA.  

Serving in an appointed role is more than a line on a résumé. It is an act of stewardship. It means showing up for the profession, contributing your expertise, and helping shape the future of occupational therapy for the practitioners, students, and clients who come after you. Whether you are a clinician, educator, researcher, or somewhere in between, your perspective has value here. 

We especially encourage those who may be thinking "I'm not sure I'm ready" or "someone else is probably more qualified" to apply. Those are often the people whose voices are needed most. 

AOTA is excited to announce the following appointment opportunities: 

Volunteer Leadership Development Committee (VLDC)  

• Two (2) positions, at least one of which must be an OTA   

Awards & Recognition Committee (ARC)  

• Two (2) positions, at least one of which must be an OTA   

Bylaws, Policies, and Procedures Committee (BPPC)  

• Two (2) positions   

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, Accessibility, and Belonging (DEIJAB) Committee  

• Four (4) positions, at least one of which must be an OTA  

Commission on Continuing Competence (CCC)  

• Three (3) positions, at least one of which must be an OTA   

Commission on Practice (COP)  

• Two (2) positions, one of which must be an OTA and one which must be an OT or OTA working in practice   

Representative Assembly (RA)  

• Representative for Alaska  

• Representative for Montana  

• Representative for Puerto Rico  

• Representative for Rhode Island  

• Representative for Vermont  

• Representative for Wyoming 

Work and Industry Special Interest Section (WISIS)  

• Chairperson  

• Up to eight (8) standing committee members, open to OTs and OTAs 

Developmental Disabilities Special Interest Section (DDSIS)  

• Up to eight (8) standing committee members, open to OTs and OTAs 

Sensory Integration & Processing Special Interest Section (SIPSIS)  

• Up to eight (8) standing committee members, open to OTs and OTAs 

Ethics Commission (EC)  

• Two (2) positions, one of which must be an OTA and one which must be an OT working in practice   

Assembly of Student Delegates (ASD)  

• Communications Representative [two-year term], open to OT or OTA students  

Want to learn more before you apply? Review the Standards of Practice (SOPs) and position descriptions on the AOTA Procedures page. Please note that some SOPs are actively being revised or are pending approval at an upcoming meeting. If you'd like to discuss the most current draft version, reach out to the Volunteer Leadership Development Committee (VLDC) at governance@aota.org. They are happy to help you think through what role might be a good fit for you.