Conference Overview: 2026 USCAIH & Howard University CNAHS
Conference at a Glance
Bridging Worlds: Advancing Health for the African Diaspora through Innovation, Partnership, and PolicyHost Organizations.
Join us at the historic Howard University in Washington, D.C., from October 2–4, 2026, for a transformative gathering of minds dedicated to the health and well-being of the African Diaspora.
Key Highlights & Strategic Shift
1. Expanded Scope
While the previous five conferences focused primarily on African immigrants, the 2026 iteration marks a historic shift. It now adopts a "comprehensive view" of the health of the broader global African Diaspora.
2. Core Objectives
The conference aims to serve as a multidisciplinary hub to:
- Discuss critical health issues specifically impacting the Diaspora.
- Share evidence-based strategies and best practices.
- Challenge current paradigms in research and healthcare delivery.
3. Target Audience
The event is designed to bring together a diverse coalition of stakeholders, including:
- Community-based organizations (CBOs)
- Federal, state, and local agencies
- Health professionals and providers
- Academic researchers and students
Why Attend?
This conference is more than a meeting; it is a collaborative platform designed to dismantle health disparities through Innovation, Partnership, and Policy. We invite community-based organizations, federal and state agencies, healthcare providers, researchers, and students to:
- Exchange Knowledge: Share evidence-based strategies and "best practice" interventions.
- Challenge Paradigms: Explore innovative research that disrupts traditional healthcare models.
- Drive Policy: Discuss systemic changes that specifically address the health outcomes of the Diaspora.
- Build Networks: Connect with a multidisciplinary coalition of leaders dedicated to health equity.
Call for Abstracts
The organizers are actively seeking submissions that move beyond traditional frameworks. They are prioritizing work that highlights:
Innovation: New ways to approach old health disparities.
- Policy: Advocacy and systemic changes to improve health outcomes.
- Practice Interventions: Real-world applications and "best practices" that have proven successful in these specific communities.
Note: This conference is a prime opportunity for networking within the "Mecca" of Black education (Howard University), providing a unique cultural and intellectual backdrop for these discussions.
