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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?
Value
NDA Members enjoy discounts on products and services designed for the busy professional.
Learning
NDA offers Continuing Education (CE) credits from courses led by the nation's top experts.
Community
NDA represents an international network of more than 7,000 minority dentists.
“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
The University of Iowa – College of Dentistry
The University of Iowa’s College of Dentistry is conducting a search for a 60% – 100% clinical-track faculty member in Clinic Administration. Major responsibilities include: didactic and clinical instruction of pre-doctoral students in the College of Dentistry’s...
Texas A&M School of Dentistry Academic Professional Track (Non-Tenure): Instructional Assistant Professor
Position Description The Department of Biomedical Sciences, College of Dentistry at Texas A&M University, located in Dallas, Texas invites applications for a full-time non-tenure track position with an 11-month academic appointment beginning fall semester 2022....
Division of Endodontics – HS Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor
Division of Endodontics - HS Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor The University of California, San Francisco, School of Dentistry, Department of Preventive and Restorative Dental Sciences, is seeking a part-time or full-time faculty member in the Health Sciences...
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
NDA Responds to Racism Allegations at UIC College of Dentistry
On December 7, 2022, NDA Executive Director Keith Andrew Perry sent a letter to the Interim Dean of the University of Illinois-Chicago College of Dentistry, in response to allegations of racist statements and behavior by Dental School professors. Click here to read...
Presidential Transition in Shreveport Also an Opportunity for Community Enrichment
Dr. Marlon Henderson was inaugurated as the 99th President of the National Dental Association on Saturday, November 18, 2022 in his hometown of Shreveport, LA. The weekend was a not only a celebration of the incoming president and a transition between administrations,...
The Who and the Why
As I represent the NDA at the many conferences, meetings and dinners hosted by our allies in the promotion of oral health, I’m often asked how a lawyer ended up as Executive Director of the National Dental Association. It’s understandable. A person with a background...
NDA Family
