Three Firsts for the Youth Veterinarian Initiative (YVI)
Our March 19, 2022 YVI session was groundbreaking! We celebrated three (3) firsts during this call. 1) We welcomed our first veterinary technician turned inventor / entrepreneur to YVI. Alexandre Contreras is not only a seasoned veterinary professional but also an...
YVI – South Bronx Early College Academy Owl Pellet Lab
The Youth Veterinarian Initiative (YVI)-inspired South Bronx Early College Academy elective for sixth-grade students is off to a great start this semester! Educator Danielle Corbin has already presented three lessons to her students that focus on identifying bones...
Why the Youth Veterinarian Initiative Matters
Did you know that over 93% of all employed veterinarians in the U.S. are white? The Youth Veterinarian Initiative (YVI) serves as an introduction to veterinary medicine for underserved minorities aged 9-17 who are underrepresented in the profession. Through our online...
Collaboration with the National Association for Black Veterinarians
The Wells International Foundation is proud to announce its newest collaboration for its STEAM Education Strategic Focus Area! As of January 24, 2022, we are working with the National Association for Black Veterinarians (NABV; Baton Rouge, LA) to advance the work...