Black Professionals in International Affairs

Contact Black Professionals in International Affairs

We welcome inquiries, partnership requests, and member engagement through the appropriate channels listed below.

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BPIA

P.O. Box 55992

Washington, DC 20011

General Inquiries

INQUIRY TYPE	EMAIL
General Inquires	bpiaoutreach@iabpia.org
Membership	membership@iabpia.org
Partnerships	partnerships@iabpia.org
Sponsors	sponsors@iabpia.org
BPIA College Chapters	collegiatecouncil@iabpia.org

Committee Contacts

COMMITTEE	EMAIL ADDRESS
Business and Economic Development (BED)	business@iabpia.org
Career Fair	careerfair@iabpia.org
Capitol Hill	bpiaoutreach@iabpia.org
Collegiate Council	collegiatecouncil@iabpia.org
Communications	communications@iabpia.org
Colin Powell Leadership Institute (CPLI)	powellinstitute@iabpia.org
Digital	digital@iabpia.org
Education and Exchange (E&E)	educationandexchange@iabpia.org
Executive	deputyprotocol@iabpia.org
Finance	treasurer@iabpia.org
Fundraising and Grants	fundraising@iabpia.org
Governance	governance@iabpia.org
Madam Ambassador Program (MAP)	madamambassador@iabpia.org
Membership	membership@iabpia.org
National BPIA Week	deputyprotocol@iabpia.org
Operations	operations@iabpia.org
Partnerships	partnerships@iabpia.org
Professional Development & Mentorship	professionaldevelopment@iabpia.org
Protocol	protocol@iabpia.org
Secretary	secretary@iabpia.org
Strategy & Impact	strategy@iabpia.org
Youth Mobilization	youthadvisor@iabpia.org
Weekahead (Newsletter)	weekahead@iabpia.org

Working Groups Contacts

*BPIA Working Groups connect members with shared interest areas to host discussions, exchange resources, and collaborate on issue-focused projects or events.

Africa	bpiaoutreach@iabpia.org
International Development	internationaldevelopment@iabpia.org

Submission Forms

BPIA Partnerships or Sponsors Interest Form	Submit here
BPIA Event or Collaboration Proposal Submission Form	Submit here
Submit An Announcement to the Weekahead Newsletter/Social Media	Submit here
BPIA Graphic Design Request Form	Submit here
Request a Speaker from BPIA (Public Speaking or Panelist)	Submit here
Request a Media Interview	Submit here

Instructions on How to Submit a BPIA Proposal or Project Request

Have an Idea? Here’s How to Get Started with BPIA

We love seeing new ideas and energy in our community! To keep things organized and fair, BPIA only reviews formal written proposals — not general brainstorming or casual suggestions.

If you’re interested in launching an event, partnership, or project, we recommend starting by joining a committee. Proposals that come through committees tend to move forward more smoothly, as they’re already aligned with our priorities.

The BPIA Board reviews proposals each month. We welcome big ideas, but we encourage you to start with a focused, realistic plan — especially if this would be your first time hosting something with BPIA.

Ready to get involved? Reach out to a committee chair and let’s build together.

Who Can Submit a Proposal?

Current Committee Members: Submit on behalf of a Committee, with review and input of the full Committee and Committee Chair after internal.

Not on a Committee, But Want to Submit Through One: Connect with the appropriate committee and submit formally with them.

Independent BPIA Members: You may submit directly using the proposal submission form, but you must fully lead and manage the project if approved. (Note: a Board Liaison is required for approval. More details in Instructional Manual)

External Collaborators or Partners: Submit directly using the proposal submission form. Proposals must align with BPIA’s mission and focus areas.

Next Steps

If interested in submitting a project request or concept to BPIA please follow the instructions and proposal format found in this guide.

BPIA Program Proposal Instructional Manual

For questions related to proposals, please email bpiaoutreach@iabpia.org.

GOVERNING DOCUMENTS

BPIA Bylaws	View here
BPIA Handbook	View here
BPIA Code of Conduct	View here
BPIA Conflict of Interest Policy	View here

BPIA membership is open to all applicants who support our mission and goals without regard to race, religion/creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual preference or identity.

Email
bpiaoutreach@iabpia.org

Mailing Address

BPIA

P.O. Box 55922

Washington, DC 20011