NFBPA is seeking volunteers for the 2026–2027 Committee Term. All members are encouraged to apply and select preferred committees by April 30, 2026. Committees meet virtually and in person with opportunities to convene at upcoming NFBPA events
Registration is open for FORUM 2026 , taking place March 7–12, 2026 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. Early bird rates are available until January 9 , 2026 — register before the deadline to secure discounted pricing and guarantee your spot at the premier gathering of public sector leaders. FORUM 2026 will feature: Inspiring keynote speakers Hands‑on pre‑conference workshops Networking opportunities with peers nationwide Recognition of excellence through awards and contests Don’t miss out on savings or the chance to be part of this transformative event
10-02-2026 | 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM ET
2026 Poster Contest Winners 1st Keilan Goodridge Indiana University Bloomington, IN 2nd Kennedy Perry University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA 3rd Loren Nelson University of Baltimore Baltimore, MD The National Forum for Black Public Administrators has partnered with the Fels Institute of Government at the University of Pennsylvania to host the 2026 Student Research Poster Contest. The contest will take place in March 2026 during FORUM 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
March 7–12, 2026 | Philadelphia Marriott Downtown Grounded in Greatness. Get ready, NFBPA family — FORUM 2026 is heading to Philadelphia, and you won’t want to miss it
10-01-2026 09:00 AM - 10-04-2026 05:00 PM ET
06-26-2026 09:00 AM - 06-28-2026 05:00 PM ET
Time is running out to take advantage of FORUM 2026 Advance Rates. Members have until February 19 to lock in discounted pricing before rates increase
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