Massage is for EveryBody Week

CELEBRATE WITH US JULY 14–20, 2024

Massage is not meant to be a luxury for just a lucky few — massage is for EveryBody. For 25+ years, Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP) has focused on spreading awareness of the benefits of bodywork for all communities during our annual Massage Is for EveryBody Week, and throughout the year. This year, ABMP would like to invite you to join us by bringing the benefits of massage to all communities.

ABMP encourages you to look for opportunities to partner with others in your community to share the benefits of massage and bodywork with those who need it most. Volunteer, donate, raise money, start a campaign, or find your own creative way to give. Use this week to celebrate the impact of your work and the difference you make in the world.

LET US HONOR YOU

ABMP is awarding $1,000 to 10 practitioners who live and practice the guiding principles of Massage Is for EveryBody (see below). Submit your story by August 15, 2024, telling us how you support and celebrate this yearlong initiative.Submit a video (up to 2 minutes) or a written entry (300 words or less). For inspiration, read the award winners from previous years.

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GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Because Massage Is for EveryBody, we will:

Serve as advocates for the physical and emotional benefits of massage and bodywork.
Advocate for efforts that bring massage and bodywork to underserved populations.
Spread awareness of massage and bodywork career options.
Honor the healing role practitioners play in our communities.
Emphasize the importance of regular self-care for massage therapists, bodyworkers, and their clients.

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Ohio Adopts Interstate Massage Compact

06/28/2024

The Ohio legislature adopted Senate Bill 56 on June 21, becoming the second state to enact the Interstate Massage Compact. Massage therapists will soon be able to obtain a multistate license that will reduce holdups and delays that often occur when moving to a different state.

US Department of Education 150% Rule Update

06/24/2024

A federal judge has granted a preliminary injunction that halts the enforcement of the US Department of Education’s new Bare Minimum Rule, also known as the “100% rule,” until the court takes further action. This is the first step in what could be a lengthy battle to ultimately delay enforcement of the rule, providing schools more time to adjust their programmatic standards, or overturn the rule altogether. Find out more and what your school needs to do to prepare.

Colorado Bill Requires Local Background Checks

06/21/2024

Governor Jared Polis signed into law House Bill 24-1371, requiring local government (counties, cities, or municipalities) to conduct periodic criminal background checks for massage establishment operators, owners, and employees.