Conference Overview: 2026 USCAIH & Howard University CNAHS
Conference at a Glance
Bridging Worlds: Advancing Health for the African Diaspora through Innovation, Partnership, and Policy.
Join us at the historic Howard University in Washington, D.C.,
Armour J. Blackburn University Center
2397 6th St NW, Washington, DC 20059
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
NEW DEADLINE DATE:
MAY 14, 2026
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.
Call for Abstracts: Closed
The submission window for abstracts has now closed. We would like to thank all the authors who submitted their work for consideration.
Next Steps:
- Review Period: Submissions are currently being evaluated by the review committee.
- Notifications: Acceptance notifications will be sent out by June 15, 2026
