Shelter Learniverse and Industry-Wide Calendar

California for All Animals Presents: At the next call on June 17 at 12 p.m. PT, Jessica Lopez (Executive Director/Founder, The Paw Mission), Ivonne Valdez (RVT/Community Programs Manager, The Paw Mission), and Kristine Watson (Director, City of San Bernardino Animal Services) will share how their access to veterinary care partnership is powering more support for animals and community members.

MCVMA Presents: Join us for a conversation centering on higher education pivoting away from “DEI” language and official programming and how to stay resilient in this changing world. This group is intended to support BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) in the veterinary field, their allies, and those looking to become allies. Veterinary professionals (vets, techs, assistants, practice managers/owners, researchers, inspectors, etc.) and students are welcome.

Maddie’s Fund Presents: Difficult lifesaving decisions can divide an organization and jeopardize team spirit. Strong leadership is essential to navigate these decisions and gain buy-in from staff and volunteers. At Cincinnati Animal CARE, they have found a way to bring their team along and allow them to become part of the process from beginning to end. This presentation will look at how they developed their culture even when decisions are difficult.

California for All Animals Presents: Don’t miss the final Multicultural Engagement Community of Practice session at the All Call! Diana Cruz-Rivas (Director and Board Secretary) and Deisy Melero (Caseworker, Disaster Relief Program) will discuss HEART L.A.’s culturally-responsive approach to customer care and interaction.

Maddie’s Fund Presents: In this talk, we’ll explore how LifeLine Animal Project developed, launched, and analyzed a foster experience survey to uncover hidden trends, validate unspoken concerns, and turn raw feedback into rapid, strategic improvements. Whether you lead a large shelter or a volunteer-based rescue program, the lessons behind the data can help you strengthen your foundation, one honest answer at a time.