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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS - 2026 BPIA WEEK |
August 29, 2026
3rd Annual Garden of Legends Gala Reception
Our 2026 Vendors Photography Gloria Agossou Isaiah Decruise Photobooth: Good Vibrations Decorations Music DJ Andre - Good Vibrations Catering |
September 1, 2026 #WeAreBPIA Social Media Campaign |
| #WEAreBPIA: Social Media Campaign September 1 | National BPIA Week 2026 Each year on September 1, the BPIA community comes together to celebrate #WEAreBPIA, our annual Founders' Day celebration honoring the people, purpose, and legacy that continue to shape our organization. More than a social media campaign, #WEAreBPIA is an opportunity for members, alumni, partners, volunteers, and supporters to reflect on our shared journey while looking toward the future. Throughout the day, participants are invited to use their personalized BPIA Spotlight Framework to share their stories, celebrate their accomplishments, and highlight what being part of the BPIA community means to them across social media. Whether you have been with BPIA for decades or recently joined our network, your voice is part of our story. Together, we celebrate the leaders who built this organization, recognize those advancing its mission today, and inspire the next generation of Black professionals in international affairs. MORE DETAILS HERE |
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September 4, 2026 2026 BPIA Global Affairs Forum Co-hosted by UNA-NCA |
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September 16, 2026 2026 African Diaspora Day on the Hill Co-hosted by Most Influential People of African Descent (MIPAD) & Congressional Black Associates (CBA) |
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Thank you to our Sponsors and Community Partners!
| BPIA extends our sincere thanks to the sponsors and community partners whose support helps make the 2026 National BPIA Week possible. Your partnership strengthens our ability to convene professionals, students, institutions, and leaders from across the international affairs community while expanding access to meaningful opportunities, connections, and career pathways. We are grateful for your investment in our mission and for helping us build a stronger, more inclusive global affairs community. Questions? Email sponsors@iabpia.org |
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| 2026 Awards & Recognition Each year during National BPIA Week, the Black Professionals in International Affairs (BPIA) honors exceptional leaders, changemakers, artists, diplomats, and rising professionals whose work is advancing global affairs and creating meaningful impact around the world. Our signature recognition programs—including the BPIA Global Leader Awards, Power 50 List, Goodwill Ambassador Program, and Artist in Residence initiative—celebrate excellence across diplomacy, international development, business, academia, public service, and the arts. TO VIEW THE 2026 AWARDEES, VISIT www.iabpia.org/awards. |
Why Organizations Partner With BPIA |
PromotePosition your organization before thousands of international affairs professionals. |
RecognizeCelebrate a distinguished leader with a personalized magazine tribute. |
Sponsor Partner with National BPIA Week and BPIA year-round through sponsorship opportunities that increase your organization's visibility and engagement. Explore Sponsorship Opportunities |
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2025 National BPIA Week
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2024 National BPIA Week
September 8, 2024 CBC Week Kick-Off All-White Jazz Brunch |
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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. | Mailing Address BPIA P.O. Box 55922 Washington, DC 20011 |