About this Webinar
In this webinar, we will discuss developments in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the field of behavior analysis. The conversation will focus on practical strategies for ABA service provider organizations to build a diverse talent pipeline and support career advancement for systematically marginalized communities.
Enroll now for this on-demand CE event.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of the presentation, participants will be able to:
- Participants will describe how the core principles of the ethics code support increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in ABA provider organizations.
- Participants will identify strategies to increase diversity in the ABA workforce.
- Participants will identify strategies to be promote equity and inclusion in their workplace.
About the Guest Speaker
Kristen Koba-Burdt, BCBA, LBA, CDP (she/her)
Director of Clinical Operations for BAYADA, co-leader of DEI SIG for the Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP)
Kristen obtained her certification as a Certified Diversity Professional (CDP®) and co-leads the diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) special interest group (SIG) for the Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP). She is fortunate to call Hawaiʻi home, one of the most diverse states in the nation, and serves as the Director of Clinical Operations for BAYADA. Whether in an official capacity or of her own volition, Kristen has tirelessly dedicated numerous hours to advocacy and advancement of the field of applied behavior analysis.
In 2019, Kristen received the Outstanding Sustained Advocacy Award at the Autism Law Summit for her efforts related to consumer access to services, supporting families in rural and underserved areas, and focusing on increasing provider knowledge related to autism policy. She is devoted to supporting underserved communities to access ABA, creating career opportunities for a diverse workforce, and continuing to learn and grow to enhance equity and inclusion in all facets of her work. As a multi-racial, first generation college graduate, much of her work focuses on increasing diversity in our workforce, improving equity within ABA organizations, and supporting advancement and career opportunities for behavior technicians to become behavior analysts.
