Eastern Oklahoma Black Nurses Association - Tulsa Chapter

04/03/2026

🎉Nominations NOW OPEN for the 2026 Champions of Health Awards!

🧩Do you know a nonprofit making a difference in the health of Oklahoma communities?

The annual awards recognize organizations and individuals working to improve the health of Oklahomans in the following categories:

🏆Champion of Children’s Health
🏆Champion of Community Health
🏆Champion of Senior Health
🏆Champion of the Uninsured

🧩Winning nonprofits receive funding to help further their mission!

🎉Tag a nonprofit or community leader who should apply🎉
Winners will be honored at the 23rd Annual Gala on Sept. 29 at the Arvest Convention Center in Tulsa.

For more information, to submit a nomination or for tickets to the Gala visit:
https://www.championsofhealth.org/

03/30/2026

03/19/2026

Happy Certified Nurses Day!

Today we honor the incredible nurses who go beyond their RN—those who pursue advanced certifications, expand their knowledge, and continuously strive for excellence in patient care. Your dedication to lifelong learning and professional growth truly sets you apart.

Thank you for pushing boundaries, elevating the nursing profession, and making a deeper impact on every life you touch. Your commitment does not go unnoticed—you are an inspiration to us all!

03/17/2026

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03/10/2026

You still have time to purchase your ticket(s)!
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An event for “ALL.” Get ready for a night of style, sneakers, and spectacular fun! Proceeds support the EOBNA student nurse scholarship program, annual health & wellness program, medical supplies for those living with chronic health conditions, & other EOBNA initiatives.

Registration closes April 11, 2026 @ 11:59pm
Registration is free! Select “other” for fees and enter “0” so you’re not charged a registration fee for buying a ticket(s).

Please read the Gala FAQs located within the event description in the registration page.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-eobna-fundraising-gala

02/28/2026

Definitely a pioneer in healthcare and the community!

This month, we have explored how nursing has been profoundly shaped by the strength, skill, and vision of Black nurses. To conclude our series, the Oklahoma Nurses Association is proud to highlight a leader who is quite literally building the infrastructure for the next generation of Oklahoma caregivers.

Meet Wendy Williams, MPH, MSN—Executive Director of the Miss Weary Foundation and a true champion of nursing education.

Wendy’s resume reads like a roadmap of healthcare leadership, with impactful roles at the University of Chicago Hospital, the VA, and Langston University. In 2009, her talent for instruction was recognized when she was named Teacher of the Year at Tulsa Technology Center.

In 2017, Wendy took her passion for workforce development to the next level by founding the Miss Weary Foundation. As Executive Director, she oversees the Health and Safety Education Training Center, providing vital certification programs for CNAs, CMAs, and Practical Nursing students across Tulsa. By creating these pathways, she is directly addressing healthcare disparities and providing economic opportunities within her community.

A pillar of local leadership, Wendy founded and served as President of the Eastern Oklahoma Black Nurses Association, Inc. and is a Lifetime Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Her accolades include the YWCA Pinnacle Award and the Frankie Muse Freeman Community Service Award.

02/24/2026

Black History Month is about honoring courage and celebrating excellence.🎉 We’re excited to recognize the Eastern Oklahoma Black Nurses Association - Tulsa Chapter(EOBNA). Established in 2010, EOBNA is dedicated to providing health education and support in our community. We’re grateful for their partnership and their annual health event where they invite our Caring Van to provide flu shots. 🤝Together, we’re strengthening health equity in Eastern Oklahoma! 🖤💚❤️🧡

02/21/2026

EOBNA supporting the Alzheimer's Diversity Outreach Services 2026 Out of Africa Healthy Brain Strategies Event. The event serves as a major fundraiser and a platform to raise awareness about the high risk of Alzheimer's in the BIPOC community. The program has been active for nearly two decades, working to eliminate the stigma associated with memory loss and connecting families to crucial resources. Thank you for all the you do Rev. Beverly Baul!

02/19/2026

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 We’re proud of the work and contributions you are making to our profession JP!!

Black nurses have always been at the heart of nursing’s progress, transforming the profession through their dedication to care and their fight for justice. From the early trailblazers who paved the way against all odds to the modern leaders who inspire us today, their impact is woven into the very fabric of medicine. ONA is proud to celebrate this enduring legacy by honoring the Black nursing leaders in Oklahoma who are currently leading the way for the next generation.

Today, we are honored to highlight Julia “JP” Profit-Williams, MHA, BSN, the Associate Director of Preventive Health at the Tulsa Health Department. With a distinguished twenty-seven-year career, JP oversees all clinical operations for the Tulsa City-County Health Department, ensuring that public health remains a priority for the community. Her journey is marked by academic excellence, with degrees from Rogers University, Oklahoma City University, and a Master’s in Healthcare Administration from Oklahoma State University, along with a leadership certificate from Duke University.

JP is a fierce advocate for health equity, dedicating her work to addressing the social disparities that impact life expectancy in marginalized communities. Beyond her executive leadership, she serves on the boards of the Oklahoma Nurses Association and the Oklahoma Center for Nursing, while also mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals through Youth Medical Mentorship. We celebrate JP for her admirable commitment to protecting and empowering BIPOC communities in healthcare spaces.

02/09/2026

Get your ticket(s)!
Oklahoma Black Business Network
Tulsa Health Department
Oklahoma Black Physicians Alliance

An event for “ALL.” Get ready for a night of style, sneakers, and spectacular fun! Proceeds support the EOBNA student nurse scholarship program, annual health & wellness program, medical supplies for those living with chronic health conditions, & other EOBNA initiatives.

Registration closes April 11, 2026 @ 11:59pm
Registration is free! Select “other” for fees and enter “0” so you’re not charged a registration fee for buying a ticket(s).

Please read the Gala FAQs located within the event description in the registration page.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-eobna-fundraising-gala