Diversity and Inclusion
The GLATA Diversity and Inclusion Committee is a standing committee of the association. The aim of the committee is to advance the value of diversity, equity inclusion, and access within the profession and honor the intrinsic worth of all members within the GLATA. The committee is charged with creating initiatives to develop greater critical awareness for members, promoting greater understanding while embracing the unique diversity of the GLATA membership and patients we serve. The committee also develops strategies to promote retention and support for all members of the AT community and acknowledges the importance of representation within the association.
The committee is comprised of individuals with diverse lived and professional experiences. Meet the committee members below—
GLATA Members:
Committee Coordinator: Nina Robinson (MN)
Minnesota Rep: Rachel West
Wisconsin Rep: Adrienne Lewis
Illinois Rep: Megan Shipp
Indiana Rep: Hannah Detmer
Ohio Rep: Christina McFarland
Michigan Rep: Shanteisha Pruitt
At-large members: Elizabeth Leon and Chelsea Boyer
Student Members:
- Hayleigh Atkin
- Kyrrah Randolph
- Emiliano Romero-Garma
- McKenzi Bowen
- Yu-Ling Zeng
- Sebastian Aguirre
Ex-Officio Members:
Michael Martinez: DEAI Officer, GLATA EB ([email protected])
Cloe Klaus: D4 NATA LGBTQ+ Rep
Kristy Walker: D11 NATA LGBTQ+ Rep
Estefania Zavala: D11 NATA EDAC Rep
Alexis Britford: D4 NATA EDAC Rep
Open: D4 GLATA CECAT Rep
For more information regarding please go to our Diversity & Inclusion Resources.
