World Federation of Occupational Therapists human resources project 2012 and 2014: Demographic profile of WFOT member organisations

Abstract

The World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) Human Resources Project 2012 and 2014 provides demographic statistics of the occupational therapy profession for 97 in 2012 and 99 in 2014 of WFOT Member Organisations. The data show the diversity of the professions demography between countries and regions, established and newly established organisations in both low and high resource countries. Some Member Organisations are unable to collect or have limited access to the information that is requested as part of the Human Resources Project. This report respects the limitations that some Member Organisations might have in providing data; equally, it reinforces the importance of maintaining national demographics as a contributing factor to the professions development and global identity. The Human Resources Project is an integral part of WFOTs business, aligned to its strategic and operational objectives. The project has formed part of its continued collaboration with the World Health Organization and various government ministries and departments. WFOT supports the widespread dissemination of this information to facilitate global recognition and commissioning of the valued contribution of the occupational therapy profession.