UNC Charlotte School of Nursing’s Dr. Charlene Whitaker-Brown selected as a Fellow for the 2026 Class of the Academy of Diversity Leaders in Nursing

The School of Nursing is proud to announce that Dr. Charlene Whitaker-Brown, DNP, MSN, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC has been selected as a Fellow for the 2026 Class of Fellows of the Academy of Diversity Leaders in Nursing (ADLN).

This prestigious national honor recognizes distinguished nurse leaders who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to their contributions to nursing education, research, practice, policy, and administration. As an ADLN Fellow, Dr. Whitaker-Brown joins a collective of visionary leaders dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare and ensuring all voices are heard and valued.

Beyond her recognition for ADLN, Dr. Whitaker-Brown maintains an extensive record of leadership and service within the nursing community. She currently serves as the North America Region 13 Coordinator for Sigma Theta Tau International, overseeing chapters across North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. She is also Co-Chair of the Brain Health Committee for NBNA, a 2026 NC Great 100 Nurse Honoree, and continues her work as a mentor to after being named an inaugural UsAgainstAlzheimer’s Fellow in 2022 and Gloria J. McNeal Leadership & Public Policy Fellow in 2023.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Charlene Whitaker-Brown on this well-deserved national honor and celebrating her continued leadership in nursing excellence!