The primary objective of this document is to outline the ethical principles, values, and beliefs of the World Federation of Occupational Therapists. However, the document may also serve as a useful guide for member associations in developing their own Code of Ethics within their local context.
Joint Statement on Coordinating Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology as Part of a Humanitarian Response
The World Federation of Occupational Therapists has collaborated with the following organisations to publish a Joint Statement on Coordinating Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology as Part of a Humanitarian Response:
- International Association of Communication Sciences and Disorders
- International Spinal Cord Society
- International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics
- International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
- World Physiotherapy
- The aim of the statement is to support advocacy and coordination of efforts.
- International Association of Communication Sciences and Disorders
- International Spinal Cord Society
- International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics
- International Society of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
- World Physiotherapy
- The aim of the statement is to support advocacy and coordination of efforts.
Details
Publisher Name:
World Federation of Occupational Therapists
Publisher Website:
https://wfot.org/
Publication Year:
2022
Languages:
English, Arabic, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish
Categories:
Awareness raising and advocacy
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