The Association is committed to helping animal welfare professionals foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in their organizations and communities.
Take advantage of our learning opportunities:
Ambassador Program
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Gain skills for navigating challenging conversations around DEI and get practice presenting to colleagues. This program includes a 3-day in-person training and online coaching. All participants will enjoy full scholarships, including travel and accommodations.
This Year's Trainings
2025 Trainings TBA
Leadership Accelerator Workshop
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Participants in this four-hour online workshop, designed for individuals in leadership roles, will explore why and how to advance DEI at their organization. Low-cost registration fees have been made possible thanks to the generosity of our sponsors.
This Year's Trainings
Self-Paced
Trainings
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Explore the menu of 30+ recorded webinars, roundtables, and conference presentations, on topics ranging from microaggressions to recruiting diverse talent.
Resource Library
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