Occupational therapy in Queensland prisons: rehabilitation vs punishment
Tracks
Meaningful activities (General)
Mental health and wellbeing (General)
Occupational justice, human rights, equity, and social inclusion (General)
| Tuesday, June 23, 2026 |
| 1:35 PM - 2:00 PM |
| Great Hall 4 |
Speaker
Elijah Akhimien
Senior Mental Health Clinician
Queensland Correctional Centre
Occupational therapy in Queensland prisons: rehabilitation vs punishment
Biography
Elijah Akhimien holds a Master of Occupational Therapy from Bond University and is a Senior Mental Health Clinician within Queensland Corrective Services. He provides occupational therapy consultation within multidisciplinary teams, including psychologists, social workers, and custodial officers, and integrates sensory approaches to enhance health and wellbeing for people in custody.