AAVMC Diversity & Inclusion on Air

We are really proud of our own Dr. Amber Labelle for her participation in this podcast episode hosted by Dr. Lisa Greenhill of the AAVMC Diversity & Inclusion on Air podcast.

Discussions around addiction and recovery are often steeped in stigma and shame. As veterinary medicine grapples with the realities of being human while being a veterinary professional, these conversations are increasingly important to bring into the public square.

If you can't watch live, be sure to watch for the podcast episode released on your favorite platform in the next few weeks.

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Happening tomorrow!

https://www.insidehighered.com/views/2022/09/26/why-higher-ed-needs-leaders-disabilities-opinion #.YzGunz7bsCc.link

Why higher ed needs leaders with disabilities (opinion) The paucity of data on leaders with disabilities suggests that few people are even thinking about this crucial aspect of diversity, equity, inclusion and justice, Darla Schumm writes.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!! How are you observing?

Have you checked out our recent episode on the role vet med plays in environmental justice? It's a great episode!

Diversity and Inclusion on Air: Veterinary Medicine & Environmental Justice

In what ways can be more inclusive of disabled communities? Both from a practitioner's perspective and that of a client?

Some really great, easy to incorporate suggestions!

How to Make Your Teaching More Inclusive This comprehensive guide offers a road map to make sure your classroom interactions and course design reach all students, not just some of them.

https://www.insidehighered.com/views/2022/08/26/estimate-and-recognize-costs-equity-gaps-opinion #.YwjawNuz54s.link

Estimate and recognize costs of equity gaps (opinion) Colleges have both a moral and a financial stake in closing gaps in student outcomes across racial and ethnic groups, Haroon Atcha writes.

New AVMA officer dedicated to providing opportunities for all Latonia Craig, EdD, will step into a new role for both her and the AVMA at the end of this month: chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer. Dr. Craig talked with AVMA News about the lessons she’s learned in career and what she hopes to do at the AVMA.

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