The 9th Annual Black Men in Education Convening

2026 Convening Theme
Rooted in History: Constructing the Next 100 Years of Education

The 9th Annual Black Men in Education Convening (#BMEC2026) is heading back to Philadelphia. Building on our success hosting the country's largest and most impactful gathering of Black male educators over the last eight years, we're proud to announce the planning for #BMEC2026 is well underway. #BMEC2026 is shaping up to be a transformative event, featuring dynamic speakers, interactive workshops, opportunities for professional growth and, as always, the ability to build friendships and community while fostering mentorship and strengthening networks. We can't wait to see you there - where together, we will continue our work advancing educational equity and strengthening the Black Teacher Pipeline.