Special Interest Groups
We have opportunities available for members to learn from one-another, connect and collaborate.
1. State and Territory events
Each State and Territory in Australia has a dedicated group of volunteers (Divisional Coordinators) who coordinate local face to face events for new and existing members and for those non members of our community who want to get to know a little more about the world of hand therapy. These events are also commonly available via online (Zoom meeting) access to ensure we can connect with our rural and remote therapists. These events aim to combine education and friendship and are usually held of an evening throughout the year.
For details on these events, visit our events page or email your local divisional coordinator.
2. Early career therapists
The Early Career Therapist Special Interest Group (ECTSIG) has been established to provide a platform for early-career therapists to connect, share experiences, and develop professionally. It is open to association members within the first five years of practice, or who identify as early-career, as a way to connect with and support one another. This will be primarily through social events organised during the year to promote ongoing networking and engagement.
We currently have coordinators for NSW, VIC, QLD and ACT however are looking for coordinators for WA and SA. If you are interested please Contact us
3. Online forums
Our online forums allow members to post questions and comments to assist one-another with clinical or business-related issues.
We have three options available.
Option 1: The Australian Hand Therapy (Google) Group
This group was set up in 2014 and is our longest running clinical interest group. If you haven't already joined and you would like to please Contact us
Option 2: The Australian Hand Therapy Public Health Group
This group aims to provide a forum for clinical and professional discussion between members working in public health (including private hospitals). If you would like to join please Contact us. Refer also to Public Health Special Interest Group page.
Option 3: The Australian Hand Therapy Private Practice Owners Group
This group aims to provide a forum for discussion about issues that relate to operating a practice. You must be a private practice owner to join this group. If you would like to join please Contact us.