Speaker:

Mariacamila Garcia Estrella, MPH, DVM

This module helps veterinary professionals enhance their ability to serve Latinx clients through greater cultural awareness and communication strategies.

• Gain foundational knowledge about Latinx cultural values and community diversity

• Explore common barriers Latinx clients may face when accessing veterinary care

• Learn practical communication tools for building trust and rapport

• Reflect on personal biases and how they may impact client interactions

• Identify actionable steps to create a more inclusive and respectful clinic environment

Speaker:

Evelyn Galban, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Neurology)

This module supports veterinary professionals in building cultural understanding, challenging misconceptions, and creating inclusive practices for Native American clients and communities.

• Identify respectful terminology for and about Native Americans, and recognize terms to avoid

• Learn to dispel common myths about Native Americans using empathy and data

• Understand contemporary struggles faced by Native communities

• Explore methods to build meaningful connections with Native American clients

• Gain practical strategies to make your practice more inclusive and inviting for Native people

• Access resources to continue your learning and advocacy

Speakers:

Will Draper, DVM

Jenese Williams, DVM

Cherice Roth, DVM

This module offers veterinary professionals insights and tools to support Black colleagues, clients, and communities while advancing equity in veterinary medicine.

• Gain insight into the experiences of Black veterinary students at PWIs (Predominantly White Institutions) and HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges and Universities)

• Learn how to better support Black colleagues pursuing veterinary education across different institutions

• Understand cultural differences, myths, and biases related to West Indian communities in vet med

• Explore strategies to improve access to care for Black clients and address systemic barriers in veterinary practice

• Identify practical ways to foster inclusivity and solidarity with Black veterinary professionals and clients

Speaker:

Stiles Foster, CLO

This module equips veterinary professionals with tools to navigate cultural differences with humility, respect, and confidence, enhancing interactions with clients, coworkers, and communities.

• Understand the difference between Cultural Competence and Cultural Humility, and how to integrate both into practice

• Explore key cultural differences that may arise in client and team interactions

• Learn strategies for navigating and resolving conflicts involving cultural differences

• Gain insight into communication styles, including body language, addressing people, language barriers, and paralanguage

• Examine how neurodivergence and cultural identity intersect in communication

• Participate in applied scenarios and reflection activities to reinforce learning

Speaker:

Genine Ervin-Smith, DVM, MPH, COO

This module guides veterinary professionals in fostering team cultures where all members feel valued, engaged, and empowered.

• Explore the concepts of Being, Building, and Belonging and how they contribute to a thriving team

• Discover strategies to strengthen team dynamics and collaboration

• Learn practical ways to apply these concepts to create an inclusive, supportive workplace

• Understand the role of empathy in building a positive team culture

• Access tools and resources to enhance employee engagement and well-being

Speaker:

Angie Arora, MSW, RSW

This module empowers veterinary professionals and leaders to foster workplaces that protect both the psychological and emotional well-being of their teams.

• Understand the distinction between psychological safety and psychological health and safety

• Explore how veterinary workplaces can prevent psychological harm and address it effectively when it occurs

• Identify key psychosocial factors—such as clear leadership, equity, respect, and work-life balance—that support a safe, healthy work environment

• Examine how discrimination, oppression, and inequities impact psychological health and safety

• Review a practical framework for building a more supportive, inclusive, and resilient veterinary workplace

This module empowers veterinary professionals to recognize, reflect on, and address bias at both personal and systemic levels to foster equity in practice.

• Gain an overview of unconscious bias and how it shapes perceptions and decisions

• Learn how personal and cultural factors influence bias

• Explore the relationship between bias, systems of oppression, and institutional inequities

• Develop skills to confront and navigate your own biases

• Identify sustainable actions to dismantle systemic injustices and promote lasting change

Speaker:

Stiles Foster, CLO

This module equips veterinary professionals with knowledge and practical tools to foster inclusivity and support LGBTQIA+ colleagues, clients, and communities.

• Understand the differences between gender identity, gender expression, biological sex, and sexuality

• Learn the importance of pronouns, including neopronouns, and how to address misgendering

• Explore what it means to be an ally and how to practice allyship in the workplace

• Gain insights into supporting individuals during and after coming out

• Identify actionable steps to create a more inclusive, respectful environment for all

Speakers:

Khristian Finch and Stiles Foster, CLO

This module helps veterinary professionals create safer, more inclusive environments for transgender clients, colleagues, and communities.

• Learn key definitions and review statistics about the transgender community

• Explore how to create safe, affirming spaces for transgender clients and employees

• Develop skills to navigate difficult conversations and advocate for trans* rights and justice

• Discover actionable steps to foster allyship and inclusion in veterinary practice

• Review the Gender Identity Bill of Rights and its application in the workplace

• Access resources to continue learning and support

Speaker: 

Suzanne Thomas, BA, BS, LVT, CCFP, CVBL

What is a Mini-Module?

Our mini-modules are shortened, 30–45 minute learning experiences designed to fit the demanding schedules of veterinary professionals working on the floor.

You’ll get all the same incredible benefits as a full-length module — including:

• Engaging, interactive content
• Thought-provoking reflective questions
• Practical application activities

…all in a bite-sized package that makes learning accessible without compromising impact.

💡 Big value. Small time commitment. Built for vet med.

This module helps veterinary professionals build awareness, understanding, and inclusive practices to support neurodivergent colleagues and community members.

• Define neurodiversity and its significance in veterinary medicine

• Recognize common challenges and workplace misunderstandings experienced by neurodivergent individuals

• Explore the impact of neurodiversity on veterinary teams and client interactions

• Identify strategies to support neurodivergent team members and foster inclusive environments

• Learn how to recognize and celebrate neurodivergent strengths within the profession

• Access actionable steps and role-specific practices to create positive change

Speaker:

Whitney Watson, Director of Learning Strategy and Development

What is a Mini-Module?

Our mini-modules are shortened, 30–45 minute learning experiences designed to fit the demanding schedules of veterinary professionals working on the floor.

You’ll get all the same incredible benefits as a full-length module — including:

• Engaging, interactive content
• Thought-provoking reflective questions
• Practical application activities

…all in a bite-sized package that makes learning accessible without compromising impact.

💡 Big value. Small time commitment. Built for vet med.

This module equips veterinary professionals with the knowledge and tools to recognize, address, and prevent microaggressions, fostering a more inclusive and respectful workplace.

• Define microaggressions and understand their impact in veterinary settings

• Identify common examples of microaggressions in vet med

• Develop self-awareness through reflection on personal biases and behaviors

• Learn compassionate communication strategies to address microaggressions

• Access practical tools and action steps to create a more inclusive environment