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Understanding and supporting religious diversity
A new learning module from Journey for Teams challenges us to examine how religious and spiritual beliefs impact our interactions with animals,…
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New commission to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion
AVMA and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) are joining forces to drive change to make the veterinary profession more…
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World Veterinary Day celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion
The AVMA is proud to join the World Veterinary Association in celebrating the 2023 theme of World Veterinary Day: promoting diversity, equity, and…
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Our DEI journey begins: Explore the power of diversity
Journey for Teams has released its first educational module: The Power of Diversity. In just 15 minutes, your veterinary team can get an overview of…
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Chat with your AVMA president: Diversity, equity, and inclusion
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, February 23, 2021, for a live virtual chat with AVMA President Dr. Douglas Kratt and the co-chairs of the new…
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Embracing gender diversity to make all feel welcome
Gender identity doesn't always correspond with the sex assigned at birth. A new learning module from Journey for Teams explores practical ways to…
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Creating a welcoming veterinary community
Webinar explores diversity, marginalization and intersectionality The words diversity, marginalization and intersectionality are at the forefront of…
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AVMA names first-ever chief DEI officer
Meet Latonia Craig, Ed.D., who will become AVMA's first chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer in September.
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Building a better profession for all
The AVMA’s work to support a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive veterinary profession is an important collaborative journey. AVMA President José…
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Members named to veterinary DEI commission
AVMA and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) have announced the members of the newly formed Commission for a Diverse,…
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AVMA COE to examine DEI language in accreditation standards
A new working group is looking for ways to improve the diversity, equity, and inclusion language in the AVMA Council on Education's Standards of…
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What do your communications look like through a DEI lens?
How well do your communication processes and tools respect the needs of the diverse people you work with?
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Build DEI support: Join the journey!
A new AVMA program will provide the tools for veterinary professionals to instill diversity, equity, and inclusion across the profession … by working…
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How-to: Connecting underrepresented students to veterinary careers
Would you like to find ways to connect diverse youth in your community to veterinary medicine? The newest learning module from Journey for Teams can…
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Curiosity can lead to discovery: Embracing neurodiversity
A new learning module from Journey for Teams thoughtfully delves into the diversity of brain functions, highlighting the distinct benefits and…
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Scholarships help you attend VLC
Are you just getting started in veterinary leadership? Are you a veterinarian from a group or practice type that’s underrepresented in veterinary…
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Podcasts celebrate Pride Month from a veterinary perspective
AVMA represents and supports a diverse community of veterinarians with unique perspectives, and works to reduce barriers and embrace the value of…
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Learning from every generation
A new learning module from Journey for Teams provides practical information to help veterinary team members understand, welcome, and learn from people…
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Finding and hiring the best job candidate
Interested in recruitment that will help your organization find the best possible job candidate, giving all applicants equal opportunity? A new…
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New award recognizes achievements in supporting DEI
Nominations are due in May for the AVMA Frederick Douglass Patterson Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing significant contributions made to the…
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Journey for Teams: Explore and combat unconscious bias
Our unconscious assumptions affect how we perceive and engage with other people—and that has broad implications for our relationships, work…
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Congratulations, Veterinary Leadership Conference scholarship winners
When hundreds of veterinarians converge next month for the AVMA’s annual Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC), 15 rising leaders will join them as…
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What is psychological safety?
Research shows that psychologically safe workplaces contribute to greater wellbeing, better team performance, and improved patient outcomes in…
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How a supportive workplace improves team retention
Has your organization considered the connection between workplace culture and employee retention? A new learning module released this month by Journey…
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Make team members feel valued and safe; here’s how
Get practical tips to help create positive change in your workplace in Brave Spaces, the newest educational module just released by Journey for…