The show was held at the NEC in Birmingham on November 27-28 and brought together occupational therapy (OT) professionals from across the globe.
It showcases the latest innovations and achievements in the field, highlighting the passion and creativity driving occupational therapy forward. The SCYPS OT Team attended the event to share their exciting work and interventions.
They hosted a lecture to an audience of more than 100 professionals and also won Best Poster of the Poster Zone 2024.
The SCYPS lecture was delivered by Louis Purpura, a Band 7 Occupational Therapist, who discussed the Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) pathway being developed at SCYPS. Louis explained the complexities of DCD, blending research with practical applications, and introduced the first tri-borough intervention spanning Newham, Hackney, and Tower Hamlets, supported by Leyton Orient Football Club.
The SCYPS OT Team also triumphed winning Best Poster of the Poster Zone 2024. Their poster focused on a ground-breaking approach to paediatric intervention, combining innovative ideas with robust evidence-based practice. The poster stood out for its community-based and public focus, alongside its captivating design. The award was presented by Samantha Shann, President of the World Federation of
Occupational Therapists (WFOT), who offered warm congratulations and inspiring words.
Corinna Abela, OT Assistant at SCYPS, said: "This recognition was a testament to the team's dedication and creativity and underscored the impact of their work."
She added: "This year’s show was a powerful reminder of the incredible work being done in our field. From Louis’s lecture to the SCYPS OT Team’s well-deserved accolades, the event celebrated excellence, collaboration, and the vibrant community that makes occupational therapy so impactful."
To cap off an incredible week, the SCYPS OT Team received the Platinum Standard Award for the Service User Led Accreditation (SULA) programme from the ELFT Quality Assurance team.
