Black Inclusion Week
11th to 18th May 2026​

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Black Inclusion Week 2026: Be Part of the Change

After an unforgettable 2025 event – launched in the Houses of Parliament and joined by powerful voices – Black Inclusion Week is back. Join us in celebrating, supporting, and advancing Black inclusion across the UK.

Black Inclusion Week (BIW) is a national movement that shines a light on the achievements, voices, and experiences of Black people in the UK. Through inspiring events, bold conversations, and real action, BIW drives awareness, advocacy, and structural inclusion. Whether you’re an individual, a business, or a community leader – you have a role to play.

Here’s how you can take part:

  1. Sponsor or Donate
    Support this movement and show your organisation’s commitment to equity.
  2. Join the Events
    Attend virtual and in-person events, engage with thought leaders, and uplift Black voices.
  3. Celebrate Black Heroes
    Download our templates and spotlight the Black heroes who inspire you.
  4. Stay Informed
    Sign up to receive updates, speaker announcements, and opportunities to get involved.
  • 💬 Amplify Black Voices: Help bring stories, contributions, and lived experiences into the spotlight.
  • 📊 Drive Real Change: Learn how data, policy, and leadership can advance Black inclusion in every sector.
  • 🏛️ Network With Changemakers: Connect with influential speakers, activists, and organisations committed to equity.
  • 📣 Boost Your Brand’s Impact: Position your organisation as a leader in inclusion by sponsoring BIW.
  • 💡 Be Inspired: Attend events that move hearts and change minds – just like our 2025 panels on empowered Black women, inclusive data, and more.

2025 Highlights

  • 🏛️ Launched at the Houses of Parliament with national visibility
  • 🎙️ Incredible panels featuring John Amaechi, David McQueen, Madeline McQueen, Lady Phil
  • 📅 Week-long programming on Black business, allyship, health, data, and youth empowerment
  • 🏢 Closing event at HSBC HQ with live networking
  • 🤝 Backed by forward-thinking partners: HSBC, Autotrader, MoneySupermarket, Mahogany Inclusion Partners, News UK, Browne Jacobson

Call to Sponsors

Be a force for equity.
If your organisation believes in inclusion, join HSBC, Autotrader, and others in sponsoring BIW 2026. Your support fuels real impact and positions your brand as a champion for change.

👉 Sponsor BIW 2026

Testimonials

“Black Inclusion Week gave our team a renewed sense of purpose and action.”
– BIW 2025 Attendee

“The event helped us rethink how we use data to support Black talent.”
–  2025 Panel Participant

 Trust and Credibility

  • ✅ Proudly supported by top UK organisations
  • 🏆 Recognised for driving measurable impact in inclusion
  • 🔐 Committed to transparency, ethics, and community trust

 Join Us

Ready to help build a better, more inclusive future?

🔗 Sign Up for BIW 2026
🔗 Sponsor or Donate
🔗 Celebrate a Black Hero

Together, we are Empowered for Change.

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Black Inclusion Week: Your Catalyst for Change!

Black Inclusion Week is your golden opportunity to ignite change and drive meaningful impact. This transformative event offers three powerful ways to engage:

Celebrate “My Black Hero”, attend inspiring events, and support Next Gen Black Talent.

By sharing stories of Black trailblazers, through My Black Hero you'll set the stage for a week of recognition and empowerment, amplifying voices that deserve to be heard.

From May 12th-18th, immerse yourself in the dynamic panel discussions, fireside chats and networking opportunities.

Don't miss the chance to participate in or champion our innovative work experience day, opening doors for young Black professionals across various industries.

Details of these are provided below.

My Black Hero
Our engaging events
Next Gen Black talent work experience day

But the impact of Black Inclusion Week extends far beyond these seven days. Use the momentum gained to fuel ongoing action in your workplace and community. Join our network of passionate change-makers and turn this week into a lifetime commitment to equality and inclusion.

Black Inclusion Week 2024 is where inspiration meets action, and every voice counts. Be the change – before, during, and long after the week is over!

Why Attend?

Connect with Change-Makers

Engage with influential speakers and industry leaders. Network with visionaries who are actively shaping a more inclusive future.

Gain Actionable Insights

Participate in workshops and seminars on crucial topics. You'll leave with practical strategies to implement in your personal and professional life.

Celebrate Black Excellence

Be part of a movement that amplifies Black voices and achievements across various sectors.

Drive Meaningful Change

Join a collective effort to build a better future together. Black Inclusion Week empowers attendees to create more equitable society.

Speaker line up for Black Inclusion Week 2025

David McQueen

Executive Coach, Facilitator Board Advisor and International Speaker

Aggie Yemurai Mutuma

CEO and lead consulting director of Mahogany Inclusion Partners

Cherron Inko-Tariah MBE

Author of The Incredible Power of Staff Networks and founded The Power of Staff Networks consultancy

Madeline McQueen

Executive Coach, Speaker, and Trainer

Bernadette Thompson OBE

Director of Inclusion at Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Dr T Ayodele Ajayi

Consultant Psychiatrist

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