BIO-SKETCH/ BIOGRAPHY FOR DR CHARITY NGOATLE I am DR Charity Ngoatle, born and bred in Limpopo Province. I matriculated in 2004 and obtained my Bachelor of Nursing Science degree in 2008. I started working as a professional nurse in 2009 and volunteered in student nurses teaching and learning. Realising my passion for teaching, I went to study Nursing Education at Nelson Mandela University in 2012. I obtained the degree Master of Nursing Science by full dissertation in 2015. I have published two articles from my master’s work in accredited journals. I started working as a lecturer at the Limpopo College of Nursing College in 2014 where I act as a research consultant for students and staff members. I also facilitate lectures and do home visits with the students to identify the health and social needs of the community. I graduated with my doctoral degree at the University of Limpopo in May 2021. I have published three articles and a book chapter from my doctoral work and also presented the work in regional and national workshops and conferences. I have published another five journal articles in peer reviewed accredited journals not related to my study. I am currently working as a lecturer in the Nursing Department, at the University of Limpopo.