1st Occupational Therapy Europe Congress

Future-Proofing Occupational Therapy

Kraków 2024

#OTEurope2024

Pre-Congress Workshops

4 workshops

15th October, 14:00-17:00

#OTEurope2024

1st Occupational Therapy Europe Congress

Future-Proofing Occupational Therapy

Kraków 2024

#OTEurope2024

Social Evening at historic XIX Century Brewery

A great opportunity to make new contacts

during an informal meeting 🙂

1st Occupational Therapy Europe Congress

Future-Proofing Occupational Therapy

Kraków 2024

#OTEurope2024

Welcome to the 1st OT-Europe Congress in Kraków!

The 1st Occupational Therapy Europe Congress is co-organized by the Polish Association of Occupational Therapy and Occupational Therapy Europe, which brings together 3 largest European organizations dealing with occupational therapy: European Network of Occupational Therapy in Higher Education (ENOTHE), Council of Occupational Therapists for the European Countries (COTEC) and Research in Occupational Therapy and Occupational Science (ROTOS).

We are extremely proud that this meaningful event will take place in Poland, where occupational therapy has a very long tradition. The 1st OT-Europe Congress is for us not only support in promoting modern occupational therapy in Poland, but also a great opportunity for Polish occupational therapists to exchange professional and scientific experiences with colleagues from other European countries.

The host city of the 1st OT-Europe Congress was not chosen by chance. Krakow has over 1000 years of tradition, it is the second largest city in Poland, as well as the Polish historical, scientific and cultural capital. It is also one of the 3 Polish cities where future occupational therapists have the opportunity to get the Bachelor degree and so far the only one where they can obtain a master’s degree in occupational therapy.

On behalf of the Polish Occupational Therapy Association and the Occupational Therapy Europe we have a great pleasure to warmly invite all people related to occupational therapy to our Congress. We will be delighted to meet you all in Krakow, a great place to do science and to enjoy both Polish culture and cuisine.


Prof. Aneta Bac
President of the Polish Occupational Therapy Association

Key dates

Oral presentations upload (closed)
October 7, 2024

Workshops registration (closed)
June – October 3, 2024

On-line registration closing (closed)
October 3, 2024

Decision about accepted abstracts (closed)
February, 2024

Abstract review process (closed)
November 20, 2023 – January 2024

Abstract submission (closed)
August 1 – November 19, 2023

Let’s meet in Krakow in 2024
– the home city of the Wawel Dragon!

Congress Theme

Future-Proofing Occupational Therapy

Congress Topics

New Trends/Emerging Areas

Mental Health

Physical Health

 

Education

 

Multidisciplinary Interventions and Approaches

Occupation Focused Research and Research Methods

Public Health

 

Student Research

 

Quality Improvement

 

Congress Proceedings

The congress proceedings as a book of abstracts will be published after the congress. This issue will be assigned an ISBN number.

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3 days ago

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🌟 Congress Program Last Minute Updates! 🎉We are excited to announce our next Keynote Speaker: Beata Cichy!🔍Beata Cichy holds a Master's degree in Sociology from the Faculty of Humanities at AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków. Her academic interests focus on disability sociology and accessibility in its broadest sense. For four years, she worked as an Accessibility Specialist at the National Museum in Kraków, contributing to the international SPEKTRUM project aimed at adapting museums to the needs of individuals on the autism spectrum.She has also collaborated as an expert with the National Institute of Museology and Collections Protection and researchers from Jagiellonian University and AGH. She played a key role in the "AST Otwarta" project, making the Academy of Theatre Arts more accessible to students with special needs. Since 2006, she has been affiliated with the Klika Association, advocating for people with mobility impairments.Currently, Beata works as an Accessibility Expert at the Biznes Bez Barier Foundation, where she conducts training and audits. She also collaborates with OWiT Kraków-Gorlice and co-organized a conference in 2024 to mark the first anniversary of OWiT K-G.We are looking forward to her insightful presentation!Polskie Stowarzyszenie Terapii ZajęciowejThe Council of Occupational Therapists for the European Countries - COTECEuropean Network of Occupational Therapy in Higher Education (ENOTHE)SPOTeurope#ICEKrakow #Krakow #OtEuropeCongress #OTEuropeCongressProgramme #occupationaltherapycongress #congressKrakow #congress #otcongress #invitation #KrakowPoland #registernow #occupationaltherapyexperts #keynote #speakers #Travel #Poland #History #Culture #Adventure#KrakowConference #TravelTips #VisitPoland #HealthResearch #InclusiveResearch #CommunityCare #ActiveAgeing #EquityInHealthcare #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #OtEuropeCongress ... See MoreSee Less
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🍂 How to Dress Up in October?Autumn is one of the most eventful and beautiful seasons in Poland. As trees change their colors and drop their leaves, days become shorter, and temperatures start to drop. The Golden Polish Autumn is a brief but magical period between September and October, transforming Poland into a stunning blend of colors, breathtaking landscapes, and cozy seasonal vibes.So, how do you dress for this ever-changing weather? 🍁 Layers are key! A light jacket or coat, comfy sweaters, and scarves will keep you warm while you enjoy the beauty of this enchanting season. Embrace the elegance of nature with cozy, stylish outfits, and make the most of these gorgeous autumn days! 🧥🍂See you in Krakow! 👋Polskie Stowarzyszenie Terapii ZajęciowejThe Council of Occupational Therapists for the European Countries - COTECEuropean Network of Occupational Therapy in Higher Education (ENOTHE)SPOTeurope#autumnvibes #goldenpolishautumn #OctoberOutfits #cozyandchic #krakow #congresstravel #icekrakow #oteuropecongress #oteuropecongressprogramme #occupationaltherapycongress #congressKrakow #Congress #otcongress #invitation #krakowpoland #occupationaltherapyexperts #keynote #Speakers #travel #poland #history #culture #adventure#krakowconference #traveltips #visitpoland ... See MoreSee Less
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7 days ago

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🚌🚋 How to Get to the Congress Venue?Kraków boasts the most modern public transport system in Poland, serving 375 million passengers each year! 🚍🚊 The network, made up of well-maintained buses and trams, is constantly evolving to ensure a comfortable and eco-friendly experience for everyone. 🌍🚴Additionally, the city is very cyclist-friendly, with 33 self-service bike stations available for quick and easy rides.You can reach the venue effortlessly by taking tram number 18, 22, 52 or bus number 194, 494, 609, 612, 662. Your stop: Rondo Gruwaldzkie.For real-time directions, just use Google Maps and choose the best route! 🗺️📱 See you there! 👋Polskie Stowarzyszenie Terapii ZajęciowejThe Council of Occupational Therapists for the European Countries - COTECEuropean Network of Occupational Therapy in Higher Education (ENOTHE)SPOTeurope #krakow #publictransport #EcoFriendly #congresstravel #trams #buses #cyclingfriendly #icekrakow #oteuropecongress #oteuropecongressprogramme #occupationaltherapycongress #congressKrakow #Congress #otcongress #invitation #krakowpoland #RegisterNow #occupationaltherapyexperts #keynote #Speakers #travel #poland #history #culture #adventure#krakowconference #traveltips #visitpoland ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

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📢 Last call for late registration! ⏳To all last-minute decision makers – don’t miss out! Registration closes on October 3. This is your final chance to sign up. Act now before it’s too late!👉Don't wait, eegister now: ot-europe2024.com/registration/ot-europe2024.exordo.com/programme/at-a-glancePolskie Stowarzyszenie Terapii ZajęciowejThe Council of Occupational Therapists for the European Countries - COTECEuropean Network of Occupational Therapy in Higher Education (ENOTHE)SPOTeurope#ICEKrakow #Krakow #OtEuropeCongress #OTEuropeCongressProgramme #occupationaltherapycongress #congressKrakow #congress #otcongress #invitation #KrakowPoland #registernow #occupationaltherapyexperts #keynote #speakers #Travel #Poland #History #Culture #Adventure#KrakowConference #TravelTips #VisitPoland ... See MoreSee Less
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Congress Venue

“ICE Kraków Congress Centre”

The ICE Kraków Congress Centre is the business and cultural flagship of the city. Located in the very heart of Kraków, it is a convenient place for the organisation of diverse events: from international congresses, conferences, symposiums and business meetings, through cultural events such as concerts, opera, theatrical and ballet performances, to social meetings.

By public transit? By bike? By your own car? By taxi? Or maybe by plane? The ICE Kraków Congress Centre is located in the very heart of Krakow, opposite the Wawel Castle, next to one of the main transport hubs. You can reach the venue by car from Krakow Airport, train and bus stations, as well as from any other part of Krakow.

The Congress Centre is surrounded by a special traffic hub, including ground-level car parks, a bus stop, bicycle parking and a two-storey underground car park for 335 cars.

With environment in mind, we recommend using the services of public transit. The nearest stop can be found only 50 meters away from ICE Kraków.

About Kraków

City of Unesco Heritage

  • 6 out of 14 Polish places from the World Heritage List are located here
  • the Historic Centre of Krakow was among the first 12 sites added to the UNESCO List in 1978.

Comfortable flight connections

  • 2nd largest airport in Poland
  • 10 kilometers and 15 minutes from the city centre
  • 80 scheduled flights to 20 countries
  • Cooperation with 20 airlines

Modern Congress Center

  • Newly built ICE Krakow Congress Centre with 3200 seats and its unique shape of melting ice cube
  • ICE Krakow twice awarded as the best congress centre of New Europe in 2015 and 2016

Cuisine

  • 20 restaurants with Michelin guide
    recommendation
  • 50 traditional Polish dishes are from
    Krakow and the surrounding area
  • Krakow region produces wines
    awarded at Eno Expo (Wine Trade Fair)

Average prices of services in Kraków

 
  Single Tram/Bus tickets 1 €
  Taxi single ride 6 €
  Coffee in café 3 €
  Beer 3 €
  Lunch in bistro 12 €
  3* Hotel single room price 80 €

Hotels

  • Worldwide chains
  • Modern properties
  • Old Town location

Current weather and 7 day forecast

  • October is a moderate autumn month, with average temperature varying between 14°C and 5°C
  • Even with the dropping temperatures, the beautiful scenery in autumn in this area of Poland still make this month a great time to visit.
KRAKÓW WEATHER

Organised by

Polish Occupational Therapy Association

Honorary Patronage

Media Partners

Congress Secretariat

Professional Congress Organizer
Mazurkas Congress Management
Al. Wojska Polskiego 27
01-515 Warsaw, Poland

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