activities · 16
what they do
direct service · 10
- Career Center Job Postings Association Job Board ServicesAllows members to post unlimited job openings for free in its Career Center.
- Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) Exam Discount Member Discount ProgramsOffers members a 50% discount on Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) exam fees, saving over $400.
- Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Study Discount Member Discount ProgramsOffers members a $200 discount on Basic or Premium Access to its Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Study.
- Executive Coaching Services Discount Member Discount ProgramsProvides members with a 20% discount on executive coaching services.
- Legislative Policy Map Animal Welfare Advocacy & LegislationProvides an interactive legislative policy map for members to track animal welfare and veterinary legislation, including summary information and progress updates on bills.
- Regional Representative Program Regional Governance & RepresentationOffers a Regional Representative Program to facilitate regional connections among members.
- Shelter Employee Engagement & Development Survey (SeeDS) Discount Member Discount ProgramsOffers members a 10% discount on the Shelter Employee Engagement & Development Survey (SeeDS) assessment program.
- The Leadership Summit EventProvides members with free admission to its live spring online event, The Leadership Summit, and access to its recordings.
- Virtual Roundtable Events Industry Conference & Networking EventsHosts virtual roundtable events on industry trends featuring thought-leaders from its membership.
- Weekly Industry NewsletterPublishes the #leadbyassociation Weekly Industry Newsletter, which provides curated content on trends and tips in the animal welfare profession.
capacity building · 6
- Ambassador Program TrainingOffers a 3-day in-person training with online coaching and full scholarships covering travel and accommodations for participants in the Ambassador Program.
- Annual Solutions Summit ConferenceHosts an annual conference called The Solutions Summit.
- HR & Operations Leadership Group Mentorship Program Development & SupportConvenes an HR & Operations Leadership Group of human resources and operations professionals that meets regularly to share insights and discuss challenges.
- Leadership Accelerator SeriesDelivers a four-session Leadership Accelerator Series for senior leaders, providing tools to embed DEI principles and offering certificates of completion and access to office hours.
- Online Member Network Member and Industry Directory ServicesOperates an online platform called The Network for member connection.
- Self-Paced DEI Training Collection DEI Training & WorkshopsMaintains a collection of over 40 self-paced trainings including webinars, roundtables, courses, and conference presentations on DEI topics.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Advancing professional development and certification professional_development_and_certificationThe organization supports career advancement and skill distinction for animal welfare professionals through self-paced online certificate programs and its Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) credential.
- Building DEI capacity and communication skills DEI_capacity_buildingThe organization supports animal welfare professionals in integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion within their organizations and communities, and equips them with skills to navigate difficult DEI conversations and practice presenting to peers.
- Facilitating peer-led knowledge sharing peer_led_knowledge_sharingThe organization engages professionals in the field by soliciting speaker proposals for its annual conference, leveraging peer expertise to disseminate knowledge.
- Fostering professional community and networking professional_networkingThe organization facilitates member engagement and professional networking through online groups, resource sharing, discussion features, virtual events, and by operating as a network to guide the profession and humane movement.
- Providing direct advocacy support advocacy_supportThe organization offers members direct access to advocacy expertise and resources through a dedicated help desk.
named programs · 20
what they call their work
#leadbyassociation Weekly Industry Newsletter
A curated newsletter providing updates on trends and tips in the animal welfare profession.
Advocacy Help Desk
Direct access to expertise from the Animal Policy Group for guidance and resources on advocacy questions.
Ambassador Program
A program to gain skills for navigating challenging conversations around Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and practice presenting to colleagues, including in-person training and online coaching.
Career Center
A platform for members to post job openings in the animal welfare profession.
Certificate Programs
Self-paced online professional development opportunities, including Leadership and Fundraising Certificate Programs.
Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA)
A leadership credential for animal welfare professionals, with a certification exam.
Compensation & Benefits Benchmarking Study
Provides on-demand insights related to compensation and benefits in the animal welfare field.
Executive Coaching
A members-only offering designed to accelerate growth and provide expert guidance for leaders in animal welfare.
Grant Database
A compilation of various grants available to animal welfare organizations from different foundations and government agencies.
HR & Operations Leadership Group
A think-tank of human resources and operations professionals who meet regularly to share insights and discuss challenges.
Leadership Accelerator Series
A four-session course for senior leaders to embed DEI principles and practices into their animal welfare organizations.
Legislative Policy Map
An interactive map providing summary information and progress updates on animal welfare and veterinary legislation by state or region.
Regional Representative Program
A program offering options for members to connect with colleagues regionally.
Resource Library (DEI)
A tool to establish foundational knowledge on DEI, including recommended podcasts, books, reports, courses, and toolkits.
Roundtable Events on Industry Trends
Virtual events featuring panels of thought-leaders from within the membership to discuss industry trends.
SeeDS Assessment
A science-based Shelter Employee Engagement & Development Survey assessment program.
Self-Paced Trainings (DEI)
A menu of recorded webinars, roundtables, courses, and conference presentations on DEI topics.
The Leadership Summit
A live spring online event for members.
The Network
An online platform for member connection, allowing members to join groups, post, share resources, and attend events.
The Solutions Summit
The annual conference for animal welfare professionals.
relationships · 6
who they work with
- Animal Care Expo Partner — Offers member-only savings.
- Animal Policy Group Partner — Provides expertise and guidance for the Advocacy Help Desk.
- GrantStation Partner — Offers member-only savings.
- Hill’s Pet Nutrition Partner — Sponsor of The Association for Animal Welfare blog content
- TechImpact Partner — Offers member-only savings.
- The Life of Riley at Spring Point Funder — Supports The Association's DEI initiatives.