The EEAG strives for inclusive environments for all. It provides advice to practicing OT’s, AOTI and other Professional bodies on new and adapted environments. It promotes opportunities for CPD (Study Days, AOTI events, Courses, Working Groups) and OT networking.  

The EEAG is comprised of AOTI members who have a common area of practice/interest. It is a subdivision of AOTI and ultimately accountable to the AOTI Management Team.        

• Promote the role and development of Occupational Therapy and ensure best practice by Occupational Therapists involved in designing, planning and developing a new inclusive environment or adapting an existing environment. 
• Respond to relevant matters and/or concerns regarding inclusive environments and collaboratively working with AOTI to ensure best OT practice. 
• Be proactive by providing information/ influencing strategic thinking and/or government policy to create environments that are inclusive for all in Ireland. 
• Act as a resource for practicing OTs and respond to relevant queries on environments, provide advice, information and relevant training.  
• Liaise with AOTI management re innovative advances related to Occupational Therapy practice. This involves updating chapters in the “Housing Design Guidelines for Occupational Therapists” and developments with other professional bodies (e.g. RIAI).  
• To collaborate with other professionals and professional bodies and develop interdisciplinary approaches to address inclusion and participation in all environments.