46th Annual Event • March 7, 2026

Salute to the Black Nurse of the Year & Scholarship Luncheon

Martin's Crosswinds • Greenbelt, MD

"Voice of The Black Nurse — Crisis Ready in an Unpredictable Healthcare Environment"

2026 Black Nurse of the Year – Dr. Eugenia T. Powell
2026 Black Nurse of the Year
Dr. Eugenia T. Powell, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, CPHQ
President & CEO, Woodmore Healthcare Consulting

Thank You to Our 2026 Sponsors

The success of the 46th Annual Salute — and the ongoing mission of BNA-GWDCA — would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. These organizations and individuals have invested in the future of Black nursing, health equity, and the communities we serve.