Pulse - June 2022 - 6

PULSEPOINTS
SCVMA POSITION
STATEMENT ON
DIVERSITY AND
INCLUSION
The SCVMA is committed to examining the
inequities and identifying biases that have
contributed to the lack of diversity in the
veterinary profession. Veterinary medicine is
one of the least diverse medical professions
in the United States. As the nation's largest
regional veterinary medical association, representing
Los Angeles and Orange County,
the Southern California Veterinary Medical
Association is committed to the development
of an organization membership that is
reflective of the communities it serves.
We strive to create an environment that
celebrates the intersectionality of race,
ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation,
gender identity and expression, religion,
disability, and economic status, among others.
Diversity and inclusion in all aspects
of our profession are critical to best serve
animals, clients, society in general, public
health, our members, and the veterinary
profession at large.
We recognize that a policy statement
alone is not a remedy for deep systemic
racism and unconscious bias. To that end:
* We are committed to modeling
diversity, equity, and inclusion for our
profession.
* We will intentionally examine and confront
our own biases and the biases of
the veterinary profession.
* We will amplify and uplift the voices of
underrepresented groups by creating
an environment that gives everyone
equitable access to opportunities and
leadership.
* We will implement actions to eliminate
barriers for entry into the profession as
well as barriers that limit access to the
health care our profession provides.
* Our organization will provide support
and resources for all individuals to reach
their full potential.
6
CHEERS TO OUR
AWARD WINNERS
After the 2021 cancellation and a postponement
in 2022, the April 30 SCVMA
Celebration was held at the Disney's
Grand Californian Hotel, the organization
honored several award winners.
Phil Steinhauer Allied Industry
Award Winner
Michelle Schweizer (BI)
Ginny Grant Award
George Toland
Para-professional of the Year
Elaine Myers, MS, RVT, CVPM
Cortese-Lippincott Award
Jennifer Hawkins, DVM
Don Mahan Award
Emily Beeler, DVM, MPH, DACVPM
President's Award
LA Veterinary Public Health
Want to nominate someone for
next year's awards celebration? Email
scvmainfo@scvma.org for information
and applications.
Southern California Veterinary Medical Association
APPLICANTS
April 2022
DVM
Elyse Frank
Jessica Stewart
DVM1
Mohamed Kamal
Tasha Mae Del
Rosario
DVM2
Christine Rosete
DVM4
Alexandra Nichols
Danielle Pershing
DVM Student
Ariana Daldemian
Friends of the
Assn
Valerie Ying
Non-Resident
Katherine Ratliff
RVT Student
Catherine Morales
Alexis Trujillo
JUNE 2022
PULSE
Veterinary
Assistant
Student
David Ramos
Andres Aleman
Aile Slusser
Andres Aleman
Katrina Moore
Estrella Bombela
Monica Gallardo
Carlomagno
Taguinod
Kamber Lett
ParaProfessional
Erin
Hill
Katharine Jessup
Aile Slusser
Jeannie Ramos
Kellian Murphy
Adrian Cueva
Andrew Lane
Jose Aleman
Janet Martin
Courtney Yetko
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