12/30/2024

Reflecting on Our Journey: A Year in Review

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Reflecting on Our Journey: A Year in Review

As the year draws to a close, we reflect upon the journey we’ve shared, feeling deeply grateful for the people who make this community so special. This is a moment to pause, celebrate what we’ve accomplished together, and acknowledge the incredible dedication of our members and volunteers who make it all possible.

Looking Ahead

As we prepare for the new year, I’m filled with hope and excitement for the opportunities ahead. 2025 will be a particularly meaningful year for OPPA as we celebrate a remarkable milestone: our 75th Anniversary.

This isn’t just a time to look back on how far we’ve come it’s also a chance to celebrate our shared mission and look forward to the work we’ll do together to shape the future. It’s my sincere hope that many of you will join us in Columbus on Saturday, March 1, 2025, for our 75th Anniversary gala celebration. Come early and stay for OPPA's Annual Psychiatric Update on March 1-2, 2025.

The gala will be a time to connect, reflect, and celebrate as a community, and it wouldn’t be the same without you. Please take a moment to register now and secure your spot.

Your support and commitment inspire me every day, and I know that with your continued involvement, 2025 will be a year of connection, growth, and shared success.

Celebrating Our Milestones

This past year has been nothing short of remarkable. Together, we’ve achieved meaningful milestones that reflect our collective passion and dedication:

• Growth and Development: We’ve welcomed new members, expanded our network, and created opportunities to strengthen collaboration and connection.
• Educational Initiatives: With new workshops and learning opportunities, we’ve enriched our members and strengthened our shared commitment to lifelong learning.
• Advocacy Efforts: Our efforts to advance public policy have made a meaningful impact, helping shape a better future for mental health care in Ohio.

These milestones are a testament to what we can accomplish when we come together with shared purpose and determination.

Gratitude to Our Members

None of this would have been possible without the support of our incredible OPPA members. Your dedication to our mission and your trust in us means everything. Thank you for being an integral part of our work, your engagement, enthusiasm, and encouragement are what make this organization thrive.

Celebrating Our Volunteers

To our amazing OPPA member volunteers: you are the heart of this organization. Your willingness to give your time, energy, and expertise is what drives us forward, and I am endlessly grateful for all that you do.

• Expertise and Knowledge: Your contributions have been instrumental in shaping our direction and strategies.
• Mentorship and Leadership: Many of you have stepped up to lead committees, mentor new members, and create a culture of collaboration and support.
• Advocacy and Representation: You’ve worked tirelessly to ensure our voices are heard and that the needs of our profession and patients are well-represented.

Your generosity and commitment inspire me and so many others. Thank you for being such an essential part of OPPA’s success.

As we move into the new year, I feel incredibly fortunate to be part of this community. Together, we’ve achieved so much, and I know the best is yet to come. Thank you for being on this journey with us, and I look forward to celebrating OPPA’s 75th Anniversary with you in March.

On behalf of OPPA's leadership and staff, here’s to a meaningful and exciting 2025!

Nita Bhatt, MD
President