At the State of Black Learning Conference (SBL), thought leaders, learning stakeholders, and educators come together in Pennsylvania to be inspired, encouraged, and empowered in their services to Black children.
Be a part of this remarkable community, discuss how systemic inequities in race, gender, and socioeconomic status continue to shape and impact learning for Black students and leave charged to constantly seek and implement proven and innovative solutions that take action against the systemic inequalities facing Black students. Ready to be a part of SBL23?
Register for this three-event conference starting with a night of Dinner & Discussion, leading into a two-day Conference with thought leaders and disruptors, and ending with a celebration of "Being the Bridge" through the Black Excellence in Education Awards Gala.
SBL23 Dinner & Discussion - pre-conference event; attendees get ready to open up, share, and be vulnerable to engage deeply with guest speaker Desmond Meade!
August 9, 2023, 6 - 9 pm, LeMont
SBL23 Conference - a multi-session conference planned like a school day with homeroom, attendance, and always with endless possibilities; featuring guest speakers: Dr. Donald Fennoy, Nikki Giovanni, Desmond Meade, Tulaine Montgomery, and Dr. Tequilla Brownie and 8 Black Hands!
August 10 - 11th, 7:30 - 4 pm, The Wyndham Grand Hotel
SBL23 Black Excellence in Education Awards Gala - an evening of wonder and inspiration for attendees to understand how their resources support black students' learning and celebrate the impacts made by black educators.
August 11th, 6 - 9 pm, PPG Paints Arena