diversity

Lynn Berry helped found Virtual PRIDE at VA in 2021, an LGBTQ+ event aimed at promoting inclusion among VA employees and the Veterans we serve.

As part of its mission to improve the equity for rural Veterans, VA’s Office of Rural Health has developed targeted initiatives to improve the recruitment and retention of rural health care providers and researchers.

Flake is a research scientist at the VA North Texas Health Care System, where he tries to improve services for Veterans who have collided with the criminal justice system by focusing on rehabilitation needs and barriers. He’s leading a project in which health care providers and formerly incarcerated Veterans collaborate to identify priority goals including employment, housing, and substance use treatment.

Pamela Black has developed a Diversity and Inclusion Advocate program to educate staff and provide support for Veterans at the point of care.

During Pride Month, VA’s LGBTQ+ Health Program office engages, educates, and raises awareness of essential services and resources.

VA’s Office of Health Equity’s unique podcast series reviews VA programs, initiatives, and Veteran experiences within the past year.

VA encourages female Veterans to apply for a 24-month management trainee program in environmental management services with non-competitive placement.

After an encounter with a Black Veteran at VA, Dr. Preston Igwe sent a popular Tweet that showcased the needs for more diversity in the medical profession.

Women’s key role in the history of Tuskegee Campus of the Central Alabama VA Health Care System, one of the most historic medical centers in America.

VA’s LGBTQ+ Health program engages, educates and raises awareness on essential services and resources that matter to you.

Take a look inside a career at VA – and […]

With ongoing investments in hiring and support, VA is addressing the need to better serve women Veterans head-on.