The AMTA Purposes
The purposes of the AMTA shall be:
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To advance the science and art of massage and related techniques;
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To raise and maintain the standards of the massage profession;
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To foster a spirit of cooperation and the exchange of ideas and techniques among its members and others who are part of the massage profession;
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To promote legislation that supports and upholds, and oppose legislation that harms and damages, the massage profession;
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To protect and preserve the rights of its members;
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To enhance the public’s understanding and appreciation of massage;
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To further the broad objective of improving conditions of life, or individual well being, in our society through utilization of the professional knowledge and skills of massage therapy;
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To advocate the rights and interests of persons seeking massage therapy as health care;
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To conduct any other activity in connection with the purposes stated in this Article and to undertake such other desirable activities as the Board of Directors may determine.
