2026 BPIA Board of Directors & Leadership Interest Meeting

Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA) invites you to attend the 2026 BPIA Board of Directors & Leadership Interest Meeting on Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 6:30–7:30 p.m. ET (virtual).

This session will provide an overview of the upcoming 2026 Elections & Nominating Process and share insights into serving on BPIA’s Board of Directors and in key leadership positions.

Whether you are considering running for office, nominating a candidate, or simply want to learn more about the election process, this meeting is your opportunity to:

• Gain a clear understanding of board and leadership responsibilities
• Learn about the 2026 election timeline and process
• Explore how you can contribute to advancing BPIA’s mission through leadership

If you have any questions, please contact us at governance@iabpia.org

Your engagement is essential to shaping the future of BPIA. We look forward to your participation.

This meeting will be recorded. 

CANDIDATE NOMINATION FORM: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSffzYktOJy8EhaqnZnKANbhgLyO9_dbDQxUeUzPqqmGhB09aA/viewform?usp=header 

Please note that in order to run for a Board of Director role or Leadership position, you need to have been a BPIA Member for the last 6 months as of October 10th when applications open.