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📣 Calling All Changemakers, Scholars, Elders, Advocates & Allies!

We’re inviting dynamic presenters, passionate partners, and committed community builders to be part of an urgent and powerful conversation: “Elders in the Margins: The Aging While Black Experience”.

Call for Partners

The Elders in the Margin:
Black Health + Wellness Symposium

Overview

Seniors have complex and evolving health, physical, and social needs. For African, Caribbean, and diverse Black seniors, those needs are even more specific, shaped by culture, history, lived experiences, and the impacts of structural racism. At HAHWAS, we focus on this intersection. We are dedicated to understanding and addressing the unique realities of aging while black, and ensuring that these realities are reflected in the policies and systems meant to support us.

This is more than a symposium; it’s a movement to shape the future of aging for black Canadians. From dynamic educational sessions to vibrant community gatherings, The Black Health and Aging Symposium 2026 is your moment to find your people, amplify your voice, and make an impact.

Keynote speakers
Panels
Workshops
Community Conversations
Link -UPS
Health Expo

This one-day event brings together healthcare leaders, policymakers, researchers, community advocates, and elders for dialogue, learning, collaboration, and action. The Expo features dozens of health exhibitors, free health screenings, interactive wellness activities, and culturally grounded engagement.

Whether you’re a policy leader, caregiver, artist, advocate, service provider, researcher, or community elder, and if you are committed to reshaping systems, uplifting unheard voices, and advancing equity in aging for black communities and all individuals affected by systemic gaps. Your voice matters and together, we will drive positive changes and foster an inclusive future for everyone.

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Enhanced Networking Opportunities

This is where collaboration begins. Build relationships, exchange knowledge, and connect with peers, leaders, and future partners, whether you're an emerging professional or an established expert.

Expanded Business Expo

Experience The Iconic Black Health Expo, showcasing cutting-edge services, innovations, and opportunities to grow your career, business, or organization. Celebrate excellence in Black healthcare and honor learning and connecting with leaders who are shaping the future of our communities. It is a day of, recognition and cultural pride.