Program Description:
This course discusses the importance of DEIB in the workplace and beyond to foster a culture and community of respect, understanding, and collaboration. You’ll acquire leadership tools to assist in your workplace DEI journey, creating an environment where individuals feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents to the organization's success, ultimately aiding in fulfilling an inherent human necessity - the desire to belong.
Learning objectives:
- To explore why Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) is critical in a hospital setting and veterinary academia.
- To become cognizant of the benefits when incorporating DEIB practices into veterinary medicine.
- To develop strategies that improve cultural consciousness within the veterinary workspace.
About the Presenter
Dr. Niccole Bruno, is the CEO & Founder of blendVET, a veterinary workplace certification program in diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging (DEIB). Dr. Bruno received her undergraduate degree, magna cum laude, from Tuskegee University in 2002, and before graduating with her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree from Cornell University in 2006, founded VOICE alongside fellow veterinary school colleagues. Formally named Veterinary Students as One in Color and Ethnicity, VOICE was developed to aid in fostering an inclusive atmosphere for Cornell veterinary students and bring campus-wide awareness to the deficits surrounding diversity in the veterinary profession. Today Dr. Bruno continues in her efforts of diversity, equity, and inclusion through speaking engagements, mentorship, and building the pathway of BIPOC students (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) into the profession with her creation of blendVET.
What You'll Receive
- 1.0 hr RACE approved CE credit
- On-demand Availability
- 6-month content access
- blendVET Course Completion Certificate