We are claiming that 2019 is the year of investing in ourselves.
If you are a black girl who loves to code, a female mathematician, a #STEMBae , or just a woman open to expanding her net-worth, there is sure to be at least one conference or summit on this list that will help you dominate in 2019.
BEYA STEM Conference
The Beya STEM Global Competitiveness Conference brings professionals and students together to share their experiences and career information. The three day conference provides seminars and workshops designed to increase individual’s personal and professional skills.
This dates for this conference are February 7-9 and will take place in Washington, D.C. at the Washington Marriott Wardman Park Hotel.
Registration Rates start at FREE (for the career fair).
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Black Women Talk Tech
The Black Women Talk Tech conference is rightful so dubbed, “The only conference for black women founders.” The 3rd Annual Roadmap to Billions conference was created from the perspective of women to showcase the many brilliant black women in tech.
This 3 day conference will have an abundance of workshops, panels, showcases, networking, pampering, and celebrating accompanied by a few heavy hitting keynote speakers. They include, Co-Founder and President at Zume, Inc. Julia Collins and Founder + Managing Partner CEO + Co-founder of Backstage Capital , Arlan Hamilton.
Conference Dates are February 27- March 1 at Union West in New York, NY. Tickets range from $50-$499.
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NSBE Annual Convention - National Society of Black Engineers
The NSBE Annual Convention is designed to enhance the knowledge of it’s participants by enabling them to “master academia, lead the revolution, explore inner creativity and solve the challenges of industry.”
The theme for this year’s 5 day convention is “NSBE 45: Explore. Engineer. Elevate.” which will be taking place March 27–31 in Detroit, Michigan.
NSBE is offering registration rates for pre collegiates, collegiates, professionals, and a few other categories ranging from $65-$650.
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SUMMIT 21
Summit 21 was designed with fearless women in mind. This 2 day annual experience features women entrepreneurs, innovators, and creators and is hosted in Atlanta. If you are interested in innovative ways to achieve your goals and discovering beneficial tools and products, this is the perfect summit for you!
Conference Dates are June 7-8 at the AmericasMart in Atlanta, GA . Tickets range from $150-$750.
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Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) National Diversity in STEM Conference
The National Diversity in STEM Conference is a multicultural and multidisciplinary celebration of science, culture, and community. SACNAS helps make sure that underrepresented individuals in STEM have the tools necessary to guide them to advanced degrees and leadership.
The 3 day conference is taking place October 31- November 2, in beautiful Hawaii which is said to have an abundance of STEM research opportunities to engage in.
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AFRO TECH
For the past 3 years, the AfroTech conference has served it’s purpose as a revolutionary experience connecting founders, tech lovers, and employees with the fastest-growing tech startups . If you are looking to learn more about tech developments this is the conference for you!
Conference dates are November 7-10 in Oakland, California with early bird tickets on sale now.
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Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS)
The Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS) is set out to showcase over 2,000 students research while creating a space to foster professional development skills and networking. The four day conference includes undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student presentations across 12 different STEM disciplines.
Conference dates are November 13-16 and will be held in Anaheim, California.
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WONDER WOMEN TECH NATIONAL CONFERENCE
Wonder Women Tech is a non-profit organization and ecosystem that produces year-round programming and national and international conferences that highlight, educate, and celebrate women and the underrepresented in all STEAM industries. They also provide many women scholarships to attend their many conferences from Long Beach to London.
Conference dates span from April- November in 4 different cities.
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Now that you have seen our list, which conference or summit will you be attending? If you are unable to make it, how are you planning on investing in your career and skill sets this year?