DNPs of Color

DNPs of Color (DOCs), is a 501c3 nonprofit nursing organization, whose mission is to increase diversity in doctoral studies, clinical practice, and leadership for nurses. DNP, short for Doctor of Nursing Practice, is the highest level of education a nurse can attain which focuses on clinical practice. DNPs influence healthcare outcomes through healthcare policy, organizational leadership, and translating nursing research into evidenced-based practice.

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Event Details

DiMENsions in Nursing Event: "Fade to Wellness: Cultivating Health Awareness in the Barbershop Culture"

Join us for an engaging presentation aimed at promoting dialogue and collaboration through interdisciplinary exchange. Discover cutting-edge health research and initiatives in barbershops across the nation, focusing on mental health, hypertension, diabetes, and lung cancer screenings. Gain insights into efforts to combat health disparities and raise awareness of the impactful work being done to improve health outcomes among black men. Explore best practices in community engagement within barbershop settings and similar environments. Together, let's identify areas requiring further attention and catalyze efforts toward meaningful local, state, and national change. Be inspired to forge future collaborations dedicated to enhancing health outcomes for Black men. 2 CE provided

Agenda

June 20, 2024

Main Schedule

6:00 PM - 6:05 PM
Welcome
6:05 PM - 7:05 PM
Session 1
7:05 PM - 8:00 PM
Session 2

Speakers

Dwayne Alleyne (Board Chair at DNPs of Color)

Dwayne Alleyne

Board Chair at DNPs of Color

Rashaan Ballard (Panelist at FNP/DNP Student Coppin State University)

Rashaan Ballard

Panelist at FNP/DNP Student Coppin State University

Dr. Marshall H. Blue, Sr. (Board Member at DNPs of Color)

Dr. Marshall H. Blue, Sr.

Board Member at DNPs of Color

Ragan Johnson (Associate professor)

Ragan Johnson

Associate professor

Julius Johnson, DNP, RN, FNP-BC

Julius Johnson, DNP, RN, FNP-BC

Aron King, MS, RN (Assistant Nurse Manager at UC Davis Health)

Aron King, MS, RN

Assistant Nurse Manager at UC Davis Health

Jose Perpignan (Registered Nurse)

Jose Perpignan

Registered Nurse

Carter Todd

Carter Todd

Troy Williams

Troy Williams

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Member PriceComplimentary

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Public Price$25