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Illustrious Commandress
Illustrious Commandress
Dt. Janell R. White, HPC
Scripture: Philippians 4:13 – "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me."
Dt. Janell White, HPC, is a highly accomplished individual who has significantly contributed to various organizations and communities. On December 8th, 2024, she was elected as the Illustrious Commandress of Salah Al-Din Court No. 230, leading a membership of 19 remarkable women.
Throughout her career, Dt. White has held notable positions in several organizations, including serving as the Worthy Matron of Truth Chapter No. 19, Myra Grand, Prince Hall Affiliated, Inc., and as the Fundraising Chair in the Tau Delta Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. She is also a member of the VFW, American Legion, Air Force Sargent's Association, and several other Armed Forces programs.
Education has played a major role in this. Dt. White's life, as she holds a master's degree in communication and leadership and a master's in social work from Park University. Her academic achievements include obtaining a B.S. Degree in Social Psychology with a minor in Social Work and an executive certification in communication from Liberty University, along with a multitude of certifications, such as Project management, security management, records management, leadership, communication, health and behavior, mental health analysis, to name a few.
In her professional life, Dt. White served in the United States Air Force for over 21 years,
retiring as a Master Sergeant. She is a division chief in the records management department of the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS).
Although Dt. White enjoys learning and has a passion for education; she is a hard-working mother of two young men, Jondae L. Smith Jr. and Shawn "the professor" A. Kersh. As a proud mother of her two boys, she enjoys spending time with them. As she affectionately says, "#IamaBoyMom"
Dt. White achievements, dedication to service, and commitment to family make her an exceptional individual who continues to inspire others and break glass ceilings as the 8th elected and installed Illustrious Commandress of Salah Al-Din Court and charter member. Her passion, love, and support for this organization go without little to say. As a daughter, sister, and dedicated individual, it is notable to say she is her sister's keeper; she is a finer woman and a cut above the rest.
Salah-Al-Din Court No. 230 *Court Pic coming soon
Salah-Al-Din Court No. 230 *Court Pic coming soon
2025 Divan
2025 Divan
1st Lt. Commandress: Dt. Felicia Cunningham
2nd Lt. Commandress: Dt. Zacquekine Wright
High Priestess: Dt. Kishon Russell
Oriental Guide: Dt. Daisy Gnoan
Recordress- Dt. KeAwona Hawkins
Treasurer: Vacant
1St Ceremonial Daughter: Dt. Jessica Gray
2nd Ceremonial Daughter: Dt. Crystal Arnold
Inside Spy: Dt. Jenene Shuler
Outside Spy: Vacant
Deputy for the Oasis- Dt. Lashanta Green, HPC
Noble Advisor: Noble Hight II, PP
2025 Committee List
2025 Committee List
Community Service:
Dt. Kishon Russell
Sickess and Distress:
Dt. Kishon Russell
D.I.M.E.S
Dt. Jessica gray
Dt. Kishon Russell
New Member/ Court Para/Attire
Dt. Daisy Gnoan
PC Council/Mrs. Piggy
Dt. kitty Murry, PC
Fundraising
Dt. Zee Wright
Courtney Blessing Scholarship
Dt. Felicia Cunningham
Scholarship
Dt. Felicia Cunningham
Military Department
Dt. Zee Wright
Dt. KeAwona Hawkins
Court History and Information
Court History and Information
Salah Al-Din Court No. 230 is an Auxiliary of the A.E.A.O.N.M.S. The Salah Al-Din Daughters Club was initially established in 2012. It was revived in November 2016 when Past Potentate William Northern reconvened a group of interested ladies based on the names of female family members and friends submitted by the Nobles of Salah Al-Din Temple No. 234. Past Potentates Edward High and Monte Simpkins were instrumental in providing support and guidance in establishing the Temple’s Auxiliary.
Through late 2016 and early 2017, Club members met monthly, elected officers and participated in such activities as adopting William Beans Elementary School in the Oasis of Landover to provide its students with coats and school supplies, running a donation drive for prom dresses for local young ladies, and collecting toiletries for our veterans. Club members also supported Salah Al-Din Temple’s 2017 Potentate Ball, NDI Walk, and Jubilee Day, to name a few. The initial elected Club Officers were Christine Garrett, President, Chanda Adkisson, Vice President,
LaShantha Green, Treasurer and Taren Bradley, Secretary.
Under the tutelage of Tuwa Court No. 210 and Honorary Past Imperial Commandress Dt. Michelle Dowylene, the Daughters of Salah Al-Din Court Under Dispensation were created on June 24, 2017, by Actual Past Imperial Commandress Alicia J. Chisolm.
Salah Al-Din Court No. 230 received its Charter on Aug. 22, 2017, at the 106th Imperial Court Session in Kansas City, MO. The first Officers of the Court were Chanda Adkisson, Illustrious Commandress, Taren Bradley, 1st Lt. Commandress, Joi Jackson, 2nd Lt. Commandress, Courtney Byrd, High Priestess, Tawanna Green, Oriental Guide, Shecola Robinson, Recordress, and LaShantha Green, Treasurer. The Charter Members were Patrice McCannon, Enesia Wilson, Brenda Ables, Janell Kersh, Rosyln Larson, Tammy Edwards, Christine Garrett, Trina Harris, Miatta Johnson, Stacey Kernisan, Laurie Keyes, Carolyn Northern, Kairene Perry, Erika Rice, Tracie Quander and Kimberly Young. HPIC Joyce I. Dyson was the first Imperial Deputy for the Oasis, and PP Wesley Minter was the Noble Advisor.
Salah Al-Din Court has been led by eight Illustrious Commandresses. Presently serving as the 2025 Illustrious Commandress is Dt. Janell White, HPC. Salah Al-Din has two Honorary Past Commandresses and two Appointed Imperial Court Officers.
Salah Al-Din Court No. 230 is the sixth Court to be established in the Desert of Maryland. It continues to support the Imperial Council, the Imperial Court, Oasis and Desert with annual donation drives supporting veterans, childhood cancer, school supplies, domestic violence, teen moms, and scholarships for graduating high school seniors, among others.
Court Contact Information
Court Contact Information
Court Address:
Salah-Al-Din No. 230
Oasis of Landover, Desert of Maryland
P.O. Box 7684
Woodbridge, VA 22195
Meeting Day/Time
Second Sunday - 3pm
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