Hong Kong Occupational Therapy Association (HKOTA) is a professional association for all occupational therapists and the public in Hong Kong. It was registered with the Hong Kong Registrar of Societies in 1978, and being accepted as a full member by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) in 1984. There are over 3200 registered Occupational Therapists in Hong Kong working in both public and private sectors and in various specialty areas.

Occupational Therapists are involved in the rehabilitation for people with temporary, permanent or developmental disabilities. Through carefully designed activities, therapeutic processes and adaptation of the environment, Occupational Therapy helps in:

• Enhancement of both physical and psychological functions
• Prevention of illnesses
• Facilitation of independent living to improve quality of life of people with disabilities or special needs
• Promotion of reintegration into home, work or school and the community