Read Carlock-Russo's article to understand why "It is critical to gain art therapy licensure to ensure professional sustainability for generations to come."

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Your community is hard at work! Here are their most recent steps towards an acknowledging the significance of art at the state level:

Working to acknowledge artists as second responders

Working towards Art Therapy Civic Engagement week

Unable to attend NorCATA's Spring Workshop?

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The Future of Art Therapy Licensing Virtual Session

June 9th at 4:00 PDT

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The NorCATA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee is striving for change

Current projects include:

Revisioning a less hierarchical leadership model
Actively discussing white supremacy culture within NorCATA
Actively seeking input from community members
Committed to change
Seeking to support DEI students with scholarship opportunities

Previous projects include:

Advocating for more DEI in the Art Therapy community. Read our letters below to see our work in action.

NorCATA letter to AATA

AATA's response letter

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Essential Therapy for Essential Workers

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Why Licensing Matters to the Future of Art Therapy as a Profession

Margaret Carlock-Russo, EdD, LCAT(NY), ATR-BC, ATCS