8 Virtual Diversity Conferences to Attend in 2023
As you set your personal and professional priorities for 2023, is a diversity and inclusion conference on your agenda? If not, it should be.
Conferences can help you learn from experts, connect with peers, find new inspiration, and get ahead of trends in your industry. And whether you're a hiring manager, an HR professional, or just someone interested in learning how to create a more inclusive workplace, D&I conferences are tailor-made to help you find the education, connections, and resources you need to succeed.
Whether you're looking at free or high-cost diversity conferences in 2023, you'll want to make sure any investment of your time and resources is worth it. To help, we've gathered a list of 8 highly-regarded D&I conferences scheduled for 2023.
Take a look, see what piques your interest, and register! We'll see you there.
Diversity & Inclusion Events/Conferences Not to Miss in 2023:
Diversity Reboot 2023: Amplifying Black Excellence
When: February 7-9, 2023
Where: Virtual
Price to register: Free!
Where to register: Here
We had to include our own Diversity Reboot on our list of the best diversity and inclusion events to attend in 2023 because we know firsthand how the quality of 100+ expert speakers, the enthusiasm of 10,000 participants, and the cutting-edge tech that enables meaningful virtual networking and job fairs combine to create a truly epic multi-day experience. This year, the theme of our Diversity Reboot Summit is Amplifying Black Excellence — You won’t want to miss this!
Following the February summit, we'll have a monthly series of smaller virtual summits on topics spanning everything from visible and invisible disabilities to LGBTQIA+ advocacy — Stay tuned for updates!
Beyond Good Intentions: Measuring and Accounting for Progress in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
When: Feb 25, 2023
Where: Virtual
Price to register: Early bird registration is $49 and general admission is $149
Where to register: Here
From Day One is hosting monthly conferences in 2023 focused on different ways for companies to foster strong relationships with their customers, communities, and employees. February’s virtual event is focused specifically on how companies can have high accountability standards for measured progress in DEIB.
Combining Forces(X): Fueling our collective capacity for change
When: March 27-29, 2023
Where: Virtual
Price to register: Starting at $395
Where to register: Here
The Forum on Workplace Inclusion's 35th annual conference will prioritize accessibility, diversity, inclusion, and social justice. Every year, the Forum works to identify emerging trends across global business landscapes to identify opportunities to further develop modern DEIB efforts.
Create a Culture of Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
When: April 19, 2023
Where: Virtual
Price to register: The 1-Day virtual conference pass starts at $195
Where to register: Here
The Human Capital Institute recognizes that when people feel respected and included, organizations are more likely to thrive. This conference will help you build a framework for developing a coaching culture that addresses diversity and inclusion, crafting hiring strategies that focus on engaging underrepresented candidates, and utilizing data and key metrics to plan future steps and measure success. This conference put on by the Human Capital Institute is one of 10 virtual conferences that HCI has planned for 2023.
The Future of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 2023
When: September 27th, 2023
Where: Virtual
Price to register: Free
Where to register: Here
This virtual conference put on by HR.com focuses on how social movements like #MeToo and Black Lives Matter have pushed DEI at work beyond legal compliance and made it a major factor of any company or brand's culture, employee engagement, and performance. Topics include a look at DEI today, where DEI is headed in the future, and how it can be a key driver of performance and social justice growth worldwide.
Inclusion 2023
When: October 30 to November 1, 2023
Where: Virtual and in person in Savannah, Georgia
Price to register: Virtual passes start at $995
Where to register: Here
The Society for Human Resource Management hopes to inspire truly inclusive workplace cultures. The Inclusion conference has 7 content tracks, 75+ speakers, and 50+ sessions. It’s a chance to change the way you see the world and create a more equitable work world!
National Diversity & Leadership Conference and Training Days
When: Training Week — March 20-24, 2023
Conference Dates — April 24-27, 2023
Where: Virtual
Price to register: Training Days start at $799 and Conference Registration starts at $1,500
Where to register: Here
You don’t want to miss the 19th annual National Diversity & Leadership Conference in 2023. The conference kicks off with National DEI Training Week from March 20-24. The second week of the conference, April 24-27, includes panel discussions, group sessions, workshops, and internationally renowned speakers.
Diversity in Organizations, Communities, and Nations
When: June 22-23, 2023
Where: Virtual
Price to register: Virtual Student — $95 and Standard Virtual $145
Where to register: Here
This is the 23rd international conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities, and Nations. This year, the focus is on accountability. Do you think that accountability can be revolutionary? The Diversity in Organizations, Communities & Nations Research Network knows that it can be. This conference will elevate the voices of some of the world's leading innovators and thinkers in the DEIB space.
