Black Female Academics’ Network Conference: From Success to Legacy

BFAN Conference 2026, From Success to Legacy, is a full-day event celebrating and strengthening the success, visibility, and advancement of Black females studying and working in Higher Education.

To all the phenomenal Black females studying, working, and transforming Higher Education with brilliance, resilience and leadership – we’re excited to announce that registration for the BFAN Conference 2026 is now officially open.

For an investment in yourself as little as £25, thanks to UK institutional sponsorship that helps us keep the conference accessible. Your registration includes lunch, refreshments, and BFAN Conference merchandise.

This is more than a conference. It is a space to be seen, affirmed, inspired and empowered. If you have ever felt overlooked, underestimated, isolated, or unsupported as a Black female in academia, this conference is for you.

BFAN 2026 will bring together Black females across Higher Education for a powerful day of:

• keynote speakers
• leadership conversations
• career development
• wellbeing and belonging
• research-focused sessions
• mentoring opportunities
• networking and celebration.

You’ll leave with:

• meaningful connections
• practical strategies for progression
• renewed confidence and clarity
• support from women who understand your journey
• inspiration to move from success to legacy.

Programme highlights include:

• keynote sessions on leadership and legacy
• Professorial Panel discussions
• research leadership conversations
• wellbeing and belonging sessions
• career growth and leadership development
• PhD speed mentoring and poster session
• networking reception.

Register for Black Female Academics’ Network Conference: From Success to Legacy.