Darlene Jenkins

Darlene Jenkins has accumulated extensive experience in the health and wellness sector, most notably serving as a retired professional at the National Health Care for the Homeless Council from April 2009 to present. Prior to retirement, Darlene held significant roles at the Tennessee Department of Health from 2006 to 2009, including Senior Director of Programs, Director of Research and Evaluation, and Director of Disparity Elimination for the State of Tennessee. Darlene's academic background includes a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Dietetics from Loma Linda University, a Doctor of Public Health in Community Health Sciences from the University of Illinois Chicago, and a Master of Public Health in Nutrition, Health Education, and Health Behavior from the University of Michigan.