Tips and tools for your Hill Day
This collection of resources was created by AOTA to support your participation in AOTA's Hill Day. If you have further questions, please contact us at HillDay@aota.org.
AOTA annual Hill Day 2024
Before you begin, please watch the following recorded PowerPoint linked below for your convenience:
Preparing for your Hill Day - Presentation - 13 minute video
Travel and lodging
Resources for traveling to, from, and around Washington, DC, for AOTA's Hill Day.
Travel to Washington, DC
What you need to know when planning travel to the Washington, DC, metropolitan area.
Transportation around Washington, DC
The nation's capital can be difficult to navigate. Explore information on local transportation options for your journey around Washington, DC, to advocate for occupational therapy.
Hill Day FAQs
Get answers to frequently asked questions about AOTA's advocacy events, including Hill Day.
Resources
What you need to know for participating in Federal Congressional Advocacy
How to conduct an effective meeting
Follow these 5 key steps for success.
Following up on a Congressional meeting
Share the outcome with AOTA, and continue your advocacy efforts.
Draft a thank you letter
Create a thank you letter that reinforces the messaging you shared.
Learn more about key Senate and House Committees
A description of Federal Congressional Committees that evaluate legislation that may impact occupational therapy.
Contact your policymakers today!
Use our Contact your Policymakers page to talk to your legislators about issues affecting occupational therapy. Use pre-written letters, edit those letters, or write your own.
Can't attend Hill Day in person?
The following resources provide other ways to advocate for occupational therapy.