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Pender McElroy, J.D.

Pender McElroy, J.D., is an attorney and mental health advocate. Mr. McElroy has been a member of Mental Health America's Board since 1988, serving as vice-chair of the Affiliate Relations Committee from 1998-2000 and as secretary/treasurer from 2001—2004. Other experience includes:

  • Mental Health Association in North Carolina, an affiliate of Mental Health America, Board, 1988-1994 and 1996-2002; president, 1991-1993.
  • Mental Health Association of Central Carolinas, an affiliate of Mental Health America, Board, 1985-1988 and  2001-2005; president, 1987-1988.
  • North Carolina Commission for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services, 1995-present; chair, 2001-present.
  • Legal Aid of North Carolina, Board, 2002-present; chair, 2002-2003.
  • Legal Services of Southern Piedmont, Board, 1998-2004.
  • Mecklenburg County Bar, president, 1994-1995.
  • United Way of Central Carolinas, Board, 1989 and 1990.
  • Mecklenburg County Area Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Authority, 1981-1984, vice-chair, 1984.
  • Commercial Arbitrator for American Arbitration Association, 1977-present.

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