2026 African Diaspora Day On The Hill

3rd Annual African Diaspora Day on the Hill

3rd Annual African Diaspora Day on the Hill

The Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA), Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD), and the Congressional Black Associates (CBA), in collaboration with The Honorable Jonathan L. Jackson, invite you to the 3rd Annual African Diaspora Day on the Hill—a premier forum convening U.S. policymakers, African and Caribbean leaders, diplomats, business executives, investors, scholars, and emerging leaders to explore the future of U.S.–Africa relations and global partnership.

Tuesday, September 16, 2026

Forum: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: U.S. Capitol – Congressional Auditorium & Atrium (CVC 200)
Audience: Policymakers, diplomats, business leaders, professionals, students, and emerging leaders

Program Topics

• From Aid to Trade: Reframing U.S.–Africa Economic Partnership
• Critical Minerals & Energy: Building Secure Energy and Critical Minerals Supply Chains Across Africa
• Governance in a New World Order
• Digital Futures: Technology and AI

Registration Information

Advance registration is required for all attendees.

Due to U.S. Capitol security procedures and limited capacity, walk-in registration will not be permitted. Approved registrants will receive a confirmation email with additional event logistics and entry instructions prior to the program.

Questions?

For support opportunities, partnership, or panellist inquiries, please contact:

addoh@iabpia.org