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APTA is committed to promoting a community of belonging where all members are valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Promoting community of belonging requires intentional action across our profession and association — action by organizations and individuals.
The APTA Belonging Plan brings that commitment to life through a shared roadmap for action.
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Tiffany Adams, PT, DPT, PhD, MBA, will deliver the seventh Lynda D. Woodruff Lecture on June 18 at 7 p.m. ET.
Didi Matthews, PT, DPT, a board-certified clinical specialist in neurologic physical therapy, will delivered the sixth Lynda D. Woodruff Lecture on June 18.
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APTA is committed to promoting a community of belonging where all members are valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
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