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BLACK RENAISSANCE

19TH ANNUAL BLACK POLICY CONFERENCE

5TH - 7TH APRIL, 2024

Harvard Kennedy School, CAMBRIDGE

Centering Black joy, power and abundance

Join Harvard Kennedy School’s in-person student-led 19th Annual Black Policy Conference - a weekend of conversation, collaboration, and celebration around sustainable solutions for issues facing Black communities.

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Creating sustainable solutions for issues facing Black communities.

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THE CONFERENCE

3

DAYS

500

ATTENDEES

17

SESSIONS

29

SPEAKERS

Keynote

Speakers

CONGRESSWOMAN AYANNA PRESSLEY

Activist, Legislator, Survivor and Public Servant

GOVERNOR DEVAL PATRICK

Public Servant, Businessman, Author and Lawyer

GOVERNOR DAVID PATERSON

Public Servant, Advocate

Learning from triumphs and challenges

As we look back to those who led policy shifts throughout the Black diaspora and within Africa we learn from their triumphs as well as their challenges. 

SESSIONS INCLUDE: 

  • Explore the power of Black philanthropy in shaping a transformative future. This panel delves into leveraging financial resources to support Black visions, discussing strategies, challenges, and the impact of philanthropy on addressing key issues. Join the conversation on driving positive change through targeted investments and community-focused initiatives.

  • Join the conversation on Black Organizing for Change and the role of labor and unions. Delve into strategies for collective action, advocacy, and addressing socio-economic disparities. This panel explores the intersection of labor movements and Black empowerment, fostering dialogue on driving systemic change for a more equitable and just society.

  • Embark on a journey through the Global Black Community panel, examining shared challenges, triumphs, and collaborations. Discuss the complexities of identity, diaspora, and transnational solidarity, exploring the interconnected narratives that unite and empower the diverse Black experience on a global scale. Join us for an enriching dialogue.

  • Navigate the crucial intersection of mental health and the Black community in this panel. Addressing stigma, access barriers, and culturally competent care, we explore holistic approaches to mental well-being. Join the conversation on destigmatizing mental health, fostering resilience, and advocating for inclusive, supportive practices in the Black community.

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