
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: Jenny Toonstra, Ohio (jltoons@bgsu.edu)
Minnesota Rep: Nina Robinson
Wisconsin Rep: Ben Rockwell
Illinois Rep: Megan Shipp
Indiana Rep: Audric Warren
Ohio Rep: Christina McFarland
Michigan Rep: OPEN
At-large members: Kia Hreno (Indiana) and Maricela Garcia (Illinois)
Student Members:
- Langston Smith: Michigan
- Victoria Carver: Wisconsin
- Elaine Payne: Indiana
- Sasha Broniola: Minnesota
- OPEN: Illinois
- OPEN: Ohio
Ex-Officio Members:
Michael Martinez: DEAI Officer, GLATA EB (mmartinezatc@gmail.com)
Cloe Klaus: D4 NATA LGBTQ+ Rep
Kristy Walker: D11 NATA LGBTQ+ Rep
Estefania Zavala: D11 NATA EDAC Rep
Alexis Britford: D4 NATA EDAC Rep
Jacob Ortega-Schultz: D4 GLATA CECAT Rep
For more information regarding please go to our Diversity & Inclusion Resources.
