Understanding Bias, Identity, and Positionality
Join the DEIJAB Committee for a three-part series,
Let’s Talk Impact: Improving Patient Outcomes by Understanding Health Equity Through Self-Reflection.
Upon registration you will receive the Zoom link and a calendar invite. Registration is limited and this session will not be recorded. CE credits are not offered for this series.
Let’s Talk Impact
Advancing health equity begins with understanding ourselves. The Let’s Talk Impact: Improving Patient Outcomes by Understanding Health Equity Through Self-Reflection webinar series invites participants to explore how identity, bias, power, privilege, and social determinants of health influence client experiences and outcomes.
Designed as a progressive learning journey, the series moves participants from awareness to action. Each session builds on the last, helping participants deepen their understanding of health equity to create positive change in their professional settings and communities.
Hosted by the AOTA DEIJAB Committee
Recognizing what shapes our decisions
Understanding bias, identity, and positionality
Improving client outcomes starts with understanding the perspectives we bring to our work. Join us for an engaging conversation in Session I that explores the connection between bias, identity, and health equity, and discover how self-reflection can become a powerful tool for change.
Understanding implicit bias: The first step toward meaningful change
Through engaging presentations, guided reflection, and interactive discussions, participants will examine the individual and systemic factors that contribute to health disparities while developing practical strategies to promote more equitable care, education, leadership, and workplace practices.
Who should attend: Occupational therapy practitioners, educators, administrators, researchers, students, and anyone committed to advancing equitable outcomes and inclusive practices
Mark your calendars
Save the dates for Part II and Part III in the Let’s Talk Impact: Improving Patient Outcomes by Understanding Health Equity Through Self-Reflection webinar series.
Wednesday, January 6, 2027 - Moving Beyond Good Intentions to Accountability: Power, Privilege, and Personal Bias
Wednesday, March 3, 2027 - Turning Awareness into Meaningful Change: Health Equity Action Planning
All sessions are scheduled for 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., ET.
Stay tuned for registration details.
About Let’s Talk Live
Let's Talk Live events, hosted by AOTA's DEIJAB Committee, brings together practitioners, educators, students, leaders, and community partners to explore challenges, share insights, and identify actionable strategies that advance diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, accessibility, and belonging within the profession.
Let's Talk Live aims to:
- Examine current challenges and opportunities
- Learn from diverse perspectives and lived experiences
- Explore practical strategies and solutions
- Identify actions attendees can take within their own settings