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Fall News from WVLDI
Fall is here and so are some exciting announcements from WVLDI!! FREE WEBINAR - October 7 Please join us for a virtual ride along with Dr. Bridget Heilsberg on October 7th at 6pm CST to learn about our history, mission, and vision. Registration is available through...
Join the WVLDI Board of Directors
The Women’s Veterinary Leadership Development Initiative (WVLDI) invites applications to join the Board of Directors. The vision of WVLDI is to be a strong and impactful voice to harness diversity and create an inclusive professional community. We aim to achieve this...
Veterinary Leader Spotlight: AVMA CEO Dr. Janet Donlin
Please tell us a little bit about your background: I graduated first as a veterinary technician, and then earned a BS in Medical Technology and my DVM degree from the University of Minnesota. I’m a big believer in the power of associations and hold active memberships...
WVLDI Board of Directors Nominations Sought
The Women’s Veterinary Leadership Development Initiative (WVLDI) invites applications to join the Board of Directions. WVLDI is dedicated to developing veterinary leadership that reflects the character and goals of veterinarians. The Board is a group of volunteers...
WVLDI Student Director Application
Thank you for considering the Student Director position! We are excited to have a student on the Board of Directors, and truly believe that your voice and opinions are crucial for both our organization and the profession as a whole. We take the Student Director...
2019 AVMA Speaker Training Program
The AVMA Speaker Communication Training Program applications are open! Since WVLDI was part of the foundation of this program, we have up to 15 slots specifically for those interested in participating on behalf of WVLDI.Please see the attached documents and...
Student Director Application Cycle Open – Deadline Extended to Dec. 1!
The Women’s Veterinary Leadership Development Initiative is dedicated to developing and supporting leaders in our profession so that we may deliver on the promise of veterinary medicine to society. Students play an integral role in achieving our mission, and we need...
Recognizing Three WVLDI Founders
This year we have gained many new board members. However, there have been a fair amount that have also transitioned to new exciting opportunities. We would like to recognize specifically three women that have been exceptionally inspirational to many of us that have...

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