Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer
AVMA, Kentucky
Dr. Latonia Craig is a prominent leader and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion in the veterinary field. She is the inaugural Chief, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer for the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the leading professional organization in the veterinary field. In this role, she leads the development and implementation of strategic initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the veterinary community, nationally and internationally.
Known for her dynamic leadership style, ability to engage and inspire others, and unwavering commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable veterinary profession, Dr. Craig has received numerous accolades for advancing diversity and inclusion across various academic disciplines. She is often sought after as a keynote speaker and panelist at veterinary conferences and events and is widely recognized as a thought leader and change agent in veterinary medicine. Dr. Craig currently leads the nationally recognized program Journey for Teams – a flagship diversity, equity, and inclusion program offering a pathway for veterinary professionals to enhance their skills in diversity, equity, and inclusion through micro-learning modules.
In addition to her professional achievements, Dr. Craig has been featured on the cover of Today’s Woman magazine, and in 2016, she was selected as a “Top Forty Under 40” professional in the Louisville Business First magazine. Dr. Craig has received two (2) national "Innovative Programs in STEM" awards from Insight Into Diversity magazine. She holds a Certified Diversity Professional (CDP) certificate and an Insight Discovery Practitioner (IDP) license. Dr. Craig earned a bachelor’s degree in political science, a master’s degree in Pan-African studies from the University of Louisville, a master’s degree in educational leadership from the University of Cincinnati, and a doctorate in leadership education from Spalding University.
Intentional Diversity: Bridging Theory and Practice
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Friday, October 13, 2023
1:15 PM – 2:45 PM