From Scholarship to Service: Building a Legacy of Community Impact
The DREF Sister Scholars Advisory Council proudly celebrates Soror Lisa Brownlee Johnson, MSN, AGNP-C, RN-BC, CDP, a clinician, entrepreneur, community advocate, and dedicated member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Soror Lisa is putting scholarship into action and making a meaningful difference in the lives of families and caregivers.
As Co-founder and President of Wisdom Watch Alliance Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing dementia literacy, combating elder abuse, and supporting caregivers, Soror Lisa is helping bring cognitive health education and screenings into trusted community spaces, particularly within Black communities disproportionately impacted by dementia.
Her journey reflects the power of sisterhood, scholarship, and collaboration. Through Sister Scholars, Soror Lisa contributed to the development of DREF`s relationship with the Alzheimer`s Association, which supported a national three-part educational webinar series focused on dementia awareness and its impact on our communities.
Her foundational literature review, published in DREF`s Phillis: The Journal for Research on African-American Women, also helped inform the early development of Wisdom Watch Alliance.
In addition to her nonprofit leadership, Soror Lisa owns Atypical Care LLC, where she provides clinical care specializing in geriatrics, functional medicine, and mental health education.
Soror Lisa reminds us that scholarship doesn`t end with publication. It can become a partnership, a community resource, a new enterprise, and a legacy of service.
Soror Lisa, we celebrate your leadership, your commitment to community health, and the legacy you are building! ❤️This is Sister Scholars. This is scholarship in service to our communities.
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This October, DREF stands with Black women and all survivors of domestic violence. Abuse is never your fault, and you deserve to live with safety, dignity, and respect. Our communities can help by believing survivors, offering support without judgment, and connecting one another with resources.
If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, call or text the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800-799-SAFE (7233), text START to 88788, or visit thehotline.org. If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
You are not alone. Support is available. 💜 #DST1913, #DREF, #DomesticViolenceAwarenessMonth #BlackWomensHealth, #EndDomesticViolence, #BelieveSurvivors, #NoMoreViolence #YouAreNotAlone, #RespectAndDignity, #EndAbuse ...

Today is Breast Cancer Awareness Day!
DREF stands with African American women and their families in the fight against breast cancer. Your health is your greatest wealth. Please remember that early detection is one of our most powerful tools in the fight against breast cancer. Regular screenings can save lives by catching changes early when treatment is most effective. Don’t wait—schedule your mammogram today and encourage the women in your life to do the same. Let’s prioritize our well-being together. Every story is unique and every journey matters.
#DST1913,#BreastCancerAwareness, #DREF, #EarlyDetection, #CreatingPossibilities, #ImprovingLives, #AfricanAmericanHealth ...

DREF recognizes tomorrow as World Mental Health Day 2026, observed on October 10, 2026, The official theme this year is "Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change". Lived experience is what someone has experienced themselves, especially when it gives the individual knowledge or understanding that people who have only heard or learnt about such experiences do not have. "People start to heal th moment they feel heard". Lend an ear!
DREF`s research arm, the Sister Scholars Advisory Council (SSAC) conducted research, hosted webinars, and produced reports and resources highlighting disparities and solutions for Black communities. Visit https://deltafoundation.net/disparitytoequity/ to learn more. #DST1913, #DREF, #WorldMentalHealthDay, #BlackHealthEquity, #MentalHealthAwareness, #MentalWellness,#MentalHealthMatters ...

This October, DREF stands in solidarity with survivors, those currently fighting, and those we have lost to breast cancer. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time to raise our voices, support research, and foster a culture of care and advocacy within our community. We encourage all women and families to lift each other up, share resources, and ensure that every woman has access to the care and support she deserves. You are not alone. #DST1913, #DREF, #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, #CommunitySupport, #StrongerTogether, #HealthAdvocacy, #BreastCancerResearch ...

Greetings! Due to overwhelming interest, we have closed recruitment for 2026-2027 Sister Scholars participation.
We thank you for your interest and invite you to connect with DREF social media pages to stay informed about our programs and additional opportunities to support DREF. Pease visit
https://deltafoundation.net/sister-scholars-advisory-council/ to learn more about the Sister Scholars Advisory Council and resources under the DREF Center for Research on African American Women (The Center). #DST1913 #DREF #SisterScholarsAdvisoryCouncil #DREFResearchMatters, #AfricanAmericanWomen, #ResearchForChange ...