2026 NABJ Region IV Conference!

Mark your calendars for April 24–25, 2026, as the National Association of Black Journalists brings its premier regional conference to Sacramento, California. The theme — Build, Bridge, Belong: Strengthening Black Media — sets the tone for two powerful days of dialogue, development, and connection.

Join journalists, students, media professionals, and thought leaders from across the western region for this two-day event that will feature dynamic panels, hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and conversations that shape the future of journalism. Whether you’re a student, media professional, or newsroom leader, come connect, learn, and be inspired in the heart of California’s capital.

Let’s build together, bridge the gaps, and celebrate the spaces where we all belong!