The JBG National Conference features Youth Ambassadors and Black Girlhood Studies Undergraduate Fellows sharing their research alongside leading experts in national conversations on Black girlhood, safety, and healing.

With over 500 attendees expected, our biennial convening provides the opportunity for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders to learn from the academic and policy work of the girls themselves. This work is not just about highlighting harm, it’s about listening, learning, and loving.

Now more than ever, we need spaces that unconditionally love Black girls out loud — spaces that affirm their genius, revisit the roadmaps of our ancestors, and help us all remember and reclaim.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend the Justice for Black Girls National Conference?

The Justice for Black Girls National Conference is open to young people ages 12–24 and adults ages 25+. We welcome educators, parents and caregivers, policymakers, mental health professionals, professors and scholars, organizers, nonprofit professionals, community members, and others committed to the safekeeping of Black girls and gender expansive youth.

What does my conference ticket include?

Youth and Adult Conference Tickets include full access to conference programming, workshops, wellness sessions, activations, the keynote, and food during the conference.

Is there a discounted rate for groups of young people?

Yes. Schools and girl- or youth-serving organizations registering 5 or more young people can access a discounted rate of $35 per youth attendee.

Eligible groups may also purchase one $60 chaperone ticket for every 5 youth attendees registered.

Can someone else register a young person?

Yes. Parents, caregivers, educators, schools, organizations, and other adults may register a young person on their behalf. Please provide the information of the young person who will actually attend.

What if a young person cannot afford a ticket?

A limited number of sponsored tickets will be available for young people with financial need. We will share additional information about requesting a sponsored ticket as tickets become available.

Can I sponsor a young person?

Yes. You can sponsor one or multiple young people for $40 per attendee. Justice for Black Girls will distribute sponsored tickets to young people with financial need.

Does sponsoring a young person give me admission to the conference?

No. Individual Sponsor a Young Person ticket purchases support a young person’s attendance and do not include admission for the purchaser. If you would also like to attend the conference, please purchase a separate conference ticket.

Organizational and conference sponsorship packages are separate and include complimentary conference tickets as part of their sponsorship benefits.

Can I make a larger contribution to support the conference?

Absolutely. If you would like to contribute beyond sponsoring an individual young person, we welcome additional support for the Justice for Black Girls National Conference. Larger contributions help us expand access for young people and make possible a gathering rooted in the brilliance, leadership, care, and collective imagination of Black girls and gender-expansive youth. Please complete our Conference Partnership & Sponsorship Form to discuss additional sponsorship opportunities and view this year’s sponsorship deck.

What is a Keynote-Only ticket?

Keynote-Only General Admission provides access to the keynote program only and does not include daytime conference programming, workshops, wellness sessions, activations, or food.

Keynote-only tickets are $30 and will become available only after the 500 full-conference tickets have sold out.

Is food included?

Yes. Food is included with full Youth, Adult, Youth Group, and Group Chaperone Conference Tickets.

What if I have accessibility needs?

Attendees can share accessibility needs during registration, so our team can prepare to support their participation.

What if I am sick on the day of the conference?

The health and safety of our community is our priority. If you are experiencing symptoms of a contagious illness, including fever or vomiting, please stay home and prioritize your health and the well-being of our community.

Can I receive a refund if I can no longer attend?

Yes. Tickets are refundable through November 1, 2026. After November 1, tickets are nonrefundable but may be transferred to another attendee.

Justice for Black Girls Community Expectations

The Justice for Black Girls National Conference is a youth-led space that centers the knowledge, experiences, leadership, and voices of Black girls and gender-expansive young people. Young people will lead, present, facilitate, and shape conversations throughout the conference.

We ask all attendees to honor this space by engaging with rigorous humility and openness to the brilliance, leadership, and contributions of young people. Collectively, we are committed to cultivating a conference environment rooted in unyielding care, love, and affirmation of Black girls and gender-expansive youth.