(Black PR Wire) SILVER SPRING, Md. — The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) proudly congratulates CJ Marbley and Dr. Ahnyel Burkes, members of the New Orleans Black Nurses Association, on being named 2026 Louisiana Nurses Foundation Hall of Fame honorees.

The Louisiana Nurses Foundation Hall of Fame recognizes distinguished nursing professionals whose leadership, service, and contributions have made a lasting impact on the nursing profession and the communities they serve. Marbley and Burkes exemplify the excellence, dedication, and leadership that continue to advance nursing and inspire future generations.

NBNA is proud to celebrate their outstanding achievement and joins the Louisiana Nurses Foundation in recognizing all of this year’s Hall of Fame honorees.

The honorees were celebrated at the 25th Annual Nightingale Awards & Gala on August 22, 2026.

Please join NBNA in congratulating Mr. CJ Marbley and Dr. Ahnyel Burkes on this distinguished and well-deserved recognition.

About the National Black Nurses Association

Founded in 1971, NBNA is a professional organization representing more than 308,000 African American registered nurses, licensed vocational/practical nurses, and nursing students through chapters nationwide. NBNA is dedicated to serving as the voice for Black nurses and diverse populations by promoting professional development, educational advancement, leadership, and health equity initiatives that improve the health of communities locally and globally.

Source: National Black Nurses Association