WASHINGTON, D.C. (October 15, 2026) — The National Council of Negro Women, Inc. (NCNW) will hold its 62nd National Convention, October 21–25, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta, where more than 1,600 attendees have already registered for the five-day national gathering.
The Convention will bring together members of Congress, candidates for public office, nationally recognized journalists, entertainers, faith leaders, community advocates and NCNW members from across the country for programming focused on leadership, civic engagement, economic opportunity, education, health and issues affecting Black women, their families and communities.
Expected participants include U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, former Atlanta Mayor and Georgia gubernatorial candidate Keisha Lance Bottoms, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, journalist Jeff Johnson, Pastor Jamal Bryant and Grammy Award-winning gospel artist Karen Clark Sheard, among other distinguished guests.
A Thursday evening public meeting on October 22, featuring Senator Ossoff and Congresswoman Beatty, will be among the Convention’s featured events. Saturday’s activities will include an Atlanta Early Voter Mobilization and Voting Rally, highlighting the importance of civic participation and voter engagement.
Founded in 1935 by Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, NCNW has spent more than 90 years advancing opportunities for women of African descent, their families and communities. The Convention will bring together generations of women leaders to celebrate that legacy, conduct organizational business, strengthen partnerships and address issues shaping the future of communities across the nation.
Under the leadership of National Chair Dr. Lois Keith and President & CEO Rev. Dr. Shavon Arline-Bradley, the Convention will feature special events, nationally recognized speakers, substantive discussions and opportunities for media coverage throughout the five-day gathering.
All media representatives and content creators seeking access must apply for credentials in advance. Approved applicants will receive information regarding credential pickup, designated media areas, event schedules and coverage logistics. Access to certain events may be limited or subject to additional requirements.
Wednesday, October 21 — Opening Press Conference featuring NCNW President and CEO Rev. Shavon Arline-Bradley, NCNW Board Chair Dr. A. Lois Keith, Honorary Convention Co-Chair Ingrid Saunders Jones, President of the Georgia State Coalition of NCNW, Dr. Gloria Dodson, and local officials
Thursday, October 22 — Evening Public Meeting featuring Senator Jon Ossoff and Congresswoman Joyce Beatty
Saturday, October 24 — Atlanta Early Voter Mobilization and Voting Rally
