The mission of the IPTA DEI Committee is to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging within the physical therapy profession to mirror the communities we serve.
The IPTA is looking for members to appoint as chair(s) of the DEI Committee for a two year term, starting January 1, 2025 thru December 31, 2026.
Committee Objectives:
- Increase diversity within IPTA membership, leadership, and the profession with inclusion of underrepresented groups.
- Work to address barriers that impact entry into the profession and affect equity within the profession.
- Promote personal, professional, and societal accountability in the fair and equitable treatment of all individuals.
Accountability
The committee is accountable to the Board of Directors.
Constituency
The chair(s) and members are to be appointed by the President and approved by the Board. Colleen Flannery will serve as the staff liaison to the committee. The President will appoint a Board member to serve as the Board Champion and liaison between the committee and Board.
The committee may seek input from others within and outside of the APTA as needed to complete their tasks.
Resources:
Funds needed will be requested with justification and submitted to the IPTA President. Additional resources should be requested through the assigned staff member (space, staff support, funds, information, etc). A response to the request (approval or options) will be provided within 48 hours.
Meetings:
The committee will determine the number, frequency, location/format of meetings. The chair(s) of the committee is responsible for preparing meeting agendas, assigning responsibilities, tracking progress and completion of tasks, and preparing interim reports to the Board as requested. The chair(s) will work with the assigned IPTA staff member to prepare and distribute materials in advance of each meeting.
Records:
The committee will appoint a member to keep meeting notes. Meeting notes and all related documents will become part of the IPTA Archives.