Building Bridges in Allied Health
A Collaborative Advocacy Forum
Wednesday, September 16
7:30 – 9:00 P.M., ET
Free Virtual Zoom Event
About This Event
Join National NSSLHA and leaders from allied health professions for a dynamic panel discussion exploring collaborative advocacy strategies across disciplines. This 90-minute forum will bring together representatives from occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, audiology, and other allied health fields to discuss shared challenges, successful advocacy models, and opportunities for collective action. Students and professionals will gain valuable insights into building coalitions and amplifying our collective voice in health care policy.
What you'll learn:
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Common advocacy priorities and challenges across allied health professions
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Successful models of interprofessional advocacy collaboration
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Shared challenges across allied health and where they intersect with CSD concerns, including workforce shortages, reimbursement issues, and scope of practice
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Opportunities to engage in interprofessional advocacy as a student or emerging professional
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Resources and networks available for cross-discipline advocacy efforts
Expand your advocacy network, learn from allied health partners, and explore the power of collective action—register now!
Special Guests
Ivette Cejas, PhD
Professor, Director Family Support Services
University of Miami
Marnie Kershner, CScD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Director of Inpatient Speech-Language Pathologist
MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital
Rachel Tyrone, PhD, CCC-SLP
Assistant Professor
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Additional Guests TBA
Who Should Attend?
Undergraduate and graduate students. Participants are encouraged to ask questions.