Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

Our mission, to treat every animal in need and those who care for them, always, has never meant more to DoveLewis.

Our Resolution to Our Community

"The DoveLewis Board of Directors stands in solidarity with those in our community and across the world who are appealing for an end to racism and systemic injustices in our society. As a community-based organization and veterinary leader, we have a moral responsibility to actively champion equity, and to support and create positive change that is aligned with our mission and values as an organization. Our mission, to treat every animal in need and those who care for them, always, has never meant more to DoveLewis....Our Board of Directors and Leadership Team will continue to actively engage with and support our DoveLewis staff to stand against inequity, division, racism, and other injustice brought upon Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color, as well as those in the LGBTQ+ community."

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We’re Focused on “Belonging”

As an organization that values learning and growth, we recognize that we have work to do (and always will). Our current E&I strategy is focused on "belonging"--the meeting place of Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity.

What Steps Are We Taking?

Affinity Groups

Affinity groups build community and foster collaboration through a common identity. Together, they can find support, friends, and build a community.

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Equity Champions

Equity Champions are active supporters of E&I and its potential to transform our workplace. They help identify opportunities for growth and have access to resources to make a difference

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Staff-led Changes

Our staff takes an active role in decision making and culture building. Most recently, the Equity Champions launched an anti-bullying policy

A Supportive Environment

"DEIB is important at DoveLewis because people want to feel like they belong and have a voice. Some of the statistics we face in veterinary medicine are alarming, so giving the staff here every opportunity to be successful and grow professionally while also acknowledging their individuality is vital to the future of this industry. I am proud to be part of an organization that gives space for this work."

- Adrien Del Real, CVT (they/them)

diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging

"I think that everyone has struggled with some level of feeling like they don’t belong, but it’s also true that almost everyone has also held bias towards others whether we want to admit it or not. This work is humbling as much as it is helpful, and I love that the goal is to ultimately bring folks together (even if the process may feel painful sometimes.)"

- Kaitlyn East-Sanborn (she/her)

"Feeling like you can be your true self in the workplace is invaluable. That’s why doing the work toward DEI & Belonging is so important. Creating an environment where everyone can feel comfortable & confident helps us all feel better about the good work we’re doing while we’re on the clock, without the unnecessary stress of feeling like we don’t belong in a place we care about."

- Mandy Doherty (she/her)