![]() | ASTRA Awards & Recognitions |
ASTRA recognizes outstanding Recreational Therapists in Arizona with the following awards:
Recreational Therapist of the Year
Outstanding Professional Award
Exemplary Organization Award
Student Recognition Award
Each year, ASTRA invites nominations to celebrate and recognize outstanding individuals in our field. Award recipients are honored during our annual educational conference and/or business meeting, where we take time to acknowledge the incredible work being done in Arizona. In addition to our formal award categories, the ASTRA Board of Directors may also recognize other professionals who have gone above and beyond in their service and dedication to the profession. Award recipients typically receive a plaque or trophy, along with a small token of appreciation—such as a gift card or waived conference registration. Additionally, we proudly submit our annual honorees for consideration in the ATRA Annual Awards Program, sharing their accomplishments with a national audience.
Follow these steps to recognize someone who is making a difference in recreational therapy!
Be an active ASTRA member
Click HERE to Join or Renew Membership
Log In to the Members Only section
Access the ASTRA Awards Nomination Form
Submit your nomination materials
Answer a few questions about the nominee and write a 500-word statement explaining why this individual or organization deserves to be recognized.
Award Categories
Outstanding Professional Award This award recognizes the recipient’s outstanding contribution to Recreational Therapy through demonstrated leadership within the profession, and/or contribution to the advancement of the profession. Qualifications:
| Recreational Therapist of the Year This award recognizes the recipient’s outstanding contribution to Recreational Therapy through creative and innovative programming, promotion of the profession, and/or service to the profession. Qualifications:
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Exemplary Organization Award This award recognizes any agency, institution, and/or organization who advocates, promotes, and/or provides Recreational Therapy services. Qualifications:
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This award recognizes a student who demonstrates outstanding potential and commitment to the field of Therapeutic Recreation. Qualifications:
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