|Videos|June 2, 2023
Creating inclusive spaces for the LGBTQ+ community in vet med
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Omar Farías, VMD joins dvm360 Live!™ to discuss Pride Month, inclusion, and more
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In honor of Pride Month 2023, dvm360 Live!™ puts the spotlight on LGBTQ+ isssues in the veterinary profession. Omar Farías (he/him), VMD and president elect of PrideVMC, joins this episode to discuss the work being done to ensure everyone has a safe and inclusive work environment.
Omar Farías, VMD: With the current climate, there's just so much that can be done. Simply, one of the first things an individual can start doing, and I should have done this when we started talking...I should have shared my pronouns. One of the ways in which we can be more inclusive is to show that you're a safe space for others.
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