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Vilna I. Tejeda, DWS, MSW, LICSW

Assistant Professor / Co-Director for the Latinx/ Hispanic Center of Excellence
Rhode Island College
Providence, RI, United States

Dr. Vilna Tejeda is a distinguished, licensed independent clinical social worker and the Co-Director of the Latinx/Hispanic Center of Excellence for Social Work Practice at Rhode Island College. As an assistant professor at the RIC School of Social Work, she builds upon over a decade of experience as a school social worker. Dr. Tejeda refined her pedagogical and supervisory acumen in previous roles as an MSW clinical supervisor at Rhode Island College and a BSW supervisor at Providence College. Her professional trajectory reveals a consistent commitment to social justice, demonstrated through her targeted work within the educational system, the juvenile legal system, and the broader community mental health spectrum. Dr. Tejeda's endeavors in promoting equity, primarily in employment and housing, exhibit her dedication to systemic change and policy development. Her interventions, characterized by dignity, a commitment to training, and a hands-on approach, have directly impacted diverse populations in multiple environments, including school systems and healthcare institutions. These roles inform her current work leading Interprofessional Education (IPE) interventions. Dr. Tejeda continues to be a beacon of progress, integrating evidence-based methodologies with compassionate care and contributing to the evolving narrative of inclusive and equitable social work practice through her private practice. True Wellness Counseling & Coaching is known for its timely and informative workshops. Dr. Tejeda's professional identity is deeply rooted in her commitment to innovating diversity education within social work.

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