Vivarium Operational Excellence Network
Our Mission:
“The Vivarium Operational Excellence Network’s mission is to promote and exchange innovative methods and knowledge for managing animal programs around the world”
“The Vivarium Operational Excellence Network’s mission is to promote and exchange innovative methods and knowledge for managing animal programs around the world”
HOPE AND JUSTICE
April 22, 2021
Breathe.
Accountability appears to be a real possibility for the memory of George Floyd. We are one step further on our path toward racial justice. But we are not there yet.
Ma’Khia Bryant. Adam Toledo. Daunte Wright. Henry Tapia.
Soon Chung Park, Hyun Jung Grant, Suncha Kim, Yong Yue, Delania Ashley Yaun, Paul Andre Michels, Xiaojie Tan, Daoyou Feng.
These are just a few lives which have been taken away in 2021 by racial violence and police brutality. April 20, 2021 marks one positive inflection point in the racial justice revolution of the past year. It’s up to each one of us to keep the momentum going. I’m tired of seeing this senseless brutality. Are you? Friends, if we say that we’re all in this together…then please join me…let’s keep making waves.
Breathe. Together.
Sharron Kirchain
President, Vivarium Operational Excellence Network
*Vivarium Operational Excellence Statement on Racial Injustice:
"I remember the evening that the concept of a network of lean adaptors was born at an ACLAM Forum in
Idaho. The diversity of those three individuals, Steve Niemi, Sai Tummala and myself is worth noting
because everything about our brainstorming was about the content of our ideas (character) and not the
color of our skin. Too many times, I’ve participated in conversations where the opposite of that was
true. As an African-American woman who understands the personal toll of racism and brutality, I
wanted to acknowledge that the origin of the VOEN was grounded in equality and inclusion from the
very start.
So, what can be done about these issues? As many have already said around the nation, it’s going to
require work to improve. As an Organizational Leader, I have made a personally committed to
performing a “deep dive” into my department’s culture and the plight of our staff who are People of
Color, especially those who are African-American. I charge all VOE-N members to do something similar.
Remember to include the right stakeholders in your problem-solving and then implement improvements
that are measurable and meet your anticipated goal. Resolving the inequities associated with these
conditions will require continuous attention and adjustment.
The strength of the VOEN has always been based on the participation of its member organizations. I’m
asking that all members continue to emphasize that lean’s philosophy at its core is based on inclusion
and that racism and exclusion should not be tolerated in any form.
It’s time for a change."
-- Personal Statement on Racism and Brutality from VOE-N Founding Member and First President, Donna Matthews Jarrell, to the BOD and member organizations. (6.11.2020)
Idaho. The diversity of those three individuals, Steve Niemi, Sai Tummala and myself is worth noting
because everything about our brainstorming was about the content of our ideas (character) and not the
color of our skin. Too many times, I’ve participated in conversations where the opposite of that was
true. As an African-American woman who understands the personal toll of racism and brutality, I
wanted to acknowledge that the origin of the VOEN was grounded in equality and inclusion from the
very start.
So, what can be done about these issues? As many have already said around the nation, it’s going to
require work to improve. As an Organizational Leader, I have made a personally committed to
performing a “deep dive” into my department’s culture and the plight of our staff who are People of
Color, especially those who are African-American. I charge all VOE-N members to do something similar.
Remember to include the right stakeholders in your problem-solving and then implement improvements
that are measurable and meet your anticipated goal. Resolving the inequities associated with these
conditions will require continuous attention and adjustment.
The strength of the VOEN has always been based on the participation of its member organizations. I’m
asking that all members continue to emphasize that lean’s philosophy at its core is based on inclusion
and that racism and exclusion should not be tolerated in any form.
It’s time for a change."
-- Personal Statement on Racism and Brutality from VOE-N Founding Member and First President, Donna Matthews Jarrell, to the BOD and member organizations. (6.11.2020)
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Call for Action: Promoting Diversity & Inclusion in Animal Healthcare: What we ARE doing We have received several emails from attendees supporting what was shared and seeking information on what’s next and how to get involved. While we recognize that many institutions are ready for change, we also acknowledge that change is not always easy. As set out in our mission statement, the VOE-N members are here to help each other to continuously improve. We encourage anyone who would like to get more engaged through our Diversity and Inclusion Task Force, to reach out and let us know of your interest. It is our desire that we all benefit from the efforts of this new task force through the collective ideas and initiatives which can brought back to your own institution. Click here to view the recorded webinar. |
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Lean Belt Certification Training is a great way to get your staff, new and not-so-new, on the same page and to mobilize them to identify waste in operations and processes. When finished with belt certification classes, the successful candidate will be able to participate in lean activities as a stakeholder and customer.
The VOE Network is proud to offer online self paced lean certifications. Over 100 members have already taken advantage of this great opportunity to learn and grow. Want to hear more? Go to the Belt Certification tab for FAQs or use the link below, see past alumni, and learn how to register! www.voenetwork.com/about-belt-certification.html |
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LEAN Isn't Just for MANUFACTURING...
"Continuous Improvement helps people help animals..."
Tools and concepts can be intimidating, and videos can only show so much. We want to help you get started on the right foot, and be as successful as possible!
Contact us and we will do our absolute best to assist in any way possible, and put you in direct contact with an experienced Continuous Improvement practitioner.
Sends us an email at: info@voenetwork.com
Tools and concepts can be intimidating, and videos can only show so much. We want to help you get started on the right foot, and be as successful as possible!
Contact us and we will do our absolute best to assist in any way possible, and put you in direct contact with an experienced Continuous Improvement practitioner.
Sends us an email at: info@voenetwork.com
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