SSO:USA Mission

The SSO:USA is a research society that strives to build the body of knowledge in occupational science to benefit humanity. The society values:

• Collegiality;
• Collaboration;
• Critical discourse;
• The development of researchers;
• The application of knowledge within a variety of professions;
• Shared occupational experiences;
• Operating in ways that are open, transparent, fiscally responsible, and member and data-driven;
• Researchers, students, and practitioners;
• Members who are formally trained in occupational science;
• And members who are formally trained in other disciplines and whose work integrates well with occupational science.

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Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

SSO:USA is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our discipline and communities. Since our 2020 Virtual Event, "Racial Equity in Occupational Science: A Virtual Conversation for Strategy-Building," we have been discussing ideas and developing action plans to address societal injustices. Our most recent directive includes the creation of an Ad-Hoc Committee on Equity and Inclusion. To learn more about our action plans related to DEI and this Ad-Hoc Committee's tasks, please follow the link below:

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

2022 Conference Hub

Conference Registration is now Open! Early registration rates are available. Click the link below to learn more and register.

SSO:USA's 2022 Annual Conference titled: "Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy" Tension and Fit" will be held in San Diego, CA.

Abstract Submissions are now closed. Conference information related to registration dates and prices will be provided shortly. Please check back later in the spring.

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