NDA Statement on Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
The National Dental Association (NDA), founded in 1913, has served the marginalized and oppressed since its inception. As an organization comprised of a racial minority population within the dental profession who have frequently faced discrimination and bigotry, we stand in solidarity with all other populations that have historically suffered similar indignities and recognize that a broad diversity of experience, perspective and identity across race, gender, sexual orientation is essential to establishing an equitable healthcare system and a just society.
The NDA’s position on Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) is aligned with its longstanding advocacy for the underserved and its continuing struggle for health equity. We promote justice in the dental profession, in healthcare generally and in the public square. The NDA encourages diversity by providing a safe and welcoming environment for our members, our staff, and our partners without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, or sexual orientation. The NDA advocates for the expansion of access to healthcare for all people. The NDA is a JEDI organization that continues to advance its historic mission to provide high quality oral healthcare to the communities we serve.
Why Join NDA?
“A Healthy NDA Builds Healthy Careers”
The National Dental Association provides education, support and programs for Black Dentists through every stage of their professional life.

From Student to Professional
Graduating from Dental School or in Residency? Connect with your peers for support, or seasoned NDA members to learn from their experience.

New Professional
Completing residency or new to the profession? NDA provides Continuing Education (CE) credits and career advice including financial management through our partners.

Professional Growth & Practice Development
Looking to expand your practice, or prepare for retirement? NDA can connect you with other African American dentists and resources you can trust for business advice or expansion of skills.

Giving Back
Looking for opportunities to teach, train young dentists, or provide services to the community? NDA can connect you to ways you can use your expertise for the betterment of all.
Careers

Clinical Assistant Professor
Clinical Assistant Professor, Division of Pediatric Dentistry, Department of Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry, University of Maryland The University of Maryland, Baltimore, School of Dentistry invites applications for a full-time Clinical Assistant Professor...

Open Rank Clinical Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor
The University of Maryland School of Dentistry invites applicants to apply for a full-time Open Rank Clinical Instructor/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor, non-tenure track 100% FTE faculty position in the Department of Comprehensive Dentistry under the Division...

University of Alabama at Birmingham – Dean, School of Dentistry
The University of Alabama at Birmingham ("UAB") seeks an innovative and visionary Dean to continue the ongoing transformation of its dental school to meet the needs of students while providing critical clinical care to Alabama and beyond. UAB is one of the nation's...
Continuing Education
Healthier Nation Presentations
Hartnett - OHNEP: The Nursing Voice for Interprofessional Oral Health Education Practice Dillenberg - Equity Without Proximity Angelone - Dental Therapy-Expanding Access to Dental Care through Workforce Innovations Williams - Inter-professional Patient Care-The Rx...
News & Blog
National Dental Association Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on College Affirmative Action Policies
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Marlon D. Henderson, DDS, NDA, President Phone: 240- 241-4448 Email: mhenderson@ndaonline.org NATIONAL DENTAL ASSOCIATION STATEMENT ON U.S. SUPREME COURT RULING ON COLLEGE AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICIES The recent United States Supreme...
Executive Director – National Dental Association
National Dental Association Executive Director Position Description The Executive Director is the key management and operations leader of the National Dental Association (NDA). The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the administration of the NDA, its...