8 Conferences & Networking Opportunities for Black Health Professionals

If you’re ready to take your healthcare career to the next level, look no further. From BlackHealthCon 2025 to the State of Black Health National Conference, there are plenty of opportunities to connect with like-minded professionals and hear from inspiring leaders.

We’ve compiled a list of eight must-attend conferences and networking events for you to look into. Check them out below!

2025 National Colloquium on African American Health

A conference dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes and addressing disparities within African American communities.​

  • Date: March 27-30, 2025
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: Washington, DC.
  • Cost: Varies

Tufts University’s 8th Black Maternal Health Conference 2025

This virtual conference focuses on improving Black maternal health outcomes, emphasizing the role of fathers in addressing maternal health inequities.​

  • Date: April 4-5, 2025
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: Virtual​
  • Cost: Varies from $22.50 – $65.00

BlackHealthCon 2025

BlackHealthCon is a conference dedicated to empowering Black healthcare professionals through educational sessions and networking opportunities.​

  • Date: June 26-30, 2025
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: Washington, D.C.​
  • Cost:
    • General Admission – $475.00, All Access – $650.00
    • VIP (Discounted) – $950.00
    • One Day Access – Friday (Regular Rate) – $300.00
    • One Day Access – Saturday (Regular Rate) – $300.00
    • Expo Access (Regular Rate) – $200.00

2025 NMA Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly

A gathering of healthcare professionals to discuss advancements in health science and address healthcare disparities.​

  • Date: July 19-23, 2025
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: Chicago, IL.
  • Cost: Varies

Inaugural BLACK Health Summit & Convening

A summit focusing on health equity and wellness in Black communities.​

  • Date: August 28-29, 2025
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: Cincinnati, OH.
  • Cost: TBD

State of Black Health National Conference

The State of Black Health conference is where hundreds of community leaders and equity advocates from every background come to address themes and find solutions for the social and economic injustices that have marginalized Black communities and led to deep health disparities.

  • Date: September 15-18, 2025
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: Charlotte, NC.
  • Cost: Varies from $499.00 – $1,099.00, plus extra add-ons

Black Health Matters Conference

The Black Health Matters Conference brings together students, scholars, and experts to explore how sociopolitical factors impact Black health. Focusing on issues like mental health stigma, healthcare policy, and harmful practices, the conference aims to raise awareness and drive change through panels, lectures, and workshops.

  • Date: TBA (last year’s event took place in February)
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: TBD
  • Cost: TBD

Accelerating Health Equity Conference

A conference dedicated to accelerating change and promoting health equity for marginalized communities.​

  • Date: This has been postponed until 2026 “in light of recent Executive Orders and the uncertain legal environment.”
  • Time: TBD
  • Location: TBD
  • Cost: TBD

postponed until 2026

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