The 2024 (Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion) DEI Events Calendar You Need

Introducing the 2024 DEI Events Calendar! DEI stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion. So, this calendar is packed with events celebrating diversity, discussing important issues, and promoting inclusivity. From commemorating historical moments to sparking conversations, each event is a chance to learn, connect, and make a difference. Join us as we explore why each event matters and how they’re shaping a more fair and welcoming world.

As always, we like to lead with a table listing all diversity conferences giving you an easier, zoomed-out view of the year. Then we dive into the details of each DEI event below. 

• 2024 DEI Calendar of Events Table
• January
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• April
• May
• June
• July
• August
• September
• October
• November
• December

2024 DEI Events Calendar

January 2024 DEI Events Calendar

No DEI conferences currently scheduled for January 2024.

February 2024 DEI Events Calendar

Diversity Reboot Series 2024: Amplifying Black Excellence (Feb. 6-9, 2024)

Event Overview

• Celebrate the voices and achievements of Black leaders who are moving the needle towards true equity and inclusion, and creating spaces where Black professionals can thrive. 

Pricing

• This is a free virtual event

2024 DEI Conference: Navigating an Unclear Path Together (Feb. 26-27)

Event Overview

• Webster University’s 9th Annual Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Conference, focusing on “Navigating an Unclear Path Together.” Featuring discussions led by experts on affirmative action’s impact and addressing challenges in Black history education, this event aims to foster meaningful change and inclusivity.

Location

• In-person (St. Louis) & Virtual

Pricing

• Attendance is free but registration is required

39th Annual Pacific Rim International Conference on Disability and Diversity
Beyond Access: Building a Culture of Belonging (Feb. 27-28)

Event Overview

• The 39th Annual Pacific Rim International Conference on Disability and Diversity will explore how to create a culture of belonging. Taking place in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi, on February 27 and 28, 2024, this event welcomes voices from diverse backgrounds to share research, personal stories, and practical strategies aimed at fostering inclusion and addressing equity challenges in schools, workplaces, and beyond.

Location

• Honolulu (In-Person with Virtual Options)

Pricing

• Free

March 2024 DEI Events Calendar

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conference (Mar. 5-6) 

Location

• Atlanta, Georgia

Pricing

• Member Price: $1,695
• Full Price: $1,995

Business School DEI Collaborative Conference (Mar. 6)

Event Overview

• Expect to enhance your toolkit, engage with DEI champions, and leave inspired and rejuvenated to tackle the challenges of diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education and business organizations at our annual conference.

Location

• Neeley School of Business, Fort Worth, TX

Pricing

• $475

NADOHE 2024 Annual Conference (Mar. 13-16)

Event Overview

• Get ready for the 2024 Annual Conference of the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education, featuring insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and updates on diversity initiatives.

Location

• Seattle, Washington

Pricing

• Member – $750.00 early / $800.00 advanced / $850.00 onsite
  Non-Member – $950.00 early / $1,000 advanced / $1065 onsite

• Student – $575.00 early / $650.00 advanced / $700.00 onsite
  Non-Member Student – $650.00 early / $700.00 advanced / $750.00 onsite

• Retiree – $562.50 early / $600.00 advanced / $637.50 onsite
  Non-Member Retiree – $712.50 early / $750.00 advanced / $798.75 onsite

• Pre-conference workshops also available

Global Inclusion Regional Summit (Mar. 13-15)

Event Overview

• A diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) conference in international education, providing a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing centered on inclusive practices, with a particular focus on the European perspective.

Location

• London, UK

Pricing

• Starting at $299 – $799

Access to Research and Inclusive Excellence National Conference 2024 (Mar. 18-19)

Event Overview

• Attend this event for a transformative experience where scholars, researchers, and practitioners from various sectors collaborate to build inclusive communities focused on research, innovation, and educational excellence.

Location

• Johnson Center, Dewberry Hall, Fairfax, Virginia (In-person & virtual)

Pricing

• In-person – $300
• Virtual – $150
• Student (Non-Mason) in-person – $50
• Student (Non-Mason) virtual – FREE
• Mason Student/Faculty/Staff – FREE
• Presenters – FREE

National Diversity & Leadership Conference (Mar. 18-21)

Location

• Dallas, Texas

Pricing

• 1-day training ($899/each)
• Group rates available 

Inclusive Excellence Symposium (Mar. 19-22)

Event Overview

• Experience the Inclusive Excellence Symposium, an evolution of UVM’s Blackboard Jungle, designed to foster skills, knowledge, and understanding of diversity for faculty, staff, students, and community members, promoting inclusive excellence through authentic dialogue, reflection, and expanded learning opportunities.

Location

•  The University of Vermont, Burlington, VT

Pricing

• $20 General Public
• $10 UVM Faculty & Staff
• Free for all students

2024 Conference on Diversity, Equity, and Student Success (Mar. 21-23)

Location

• Philadelphia, PA (In-person & Virtual)

Pricing

• Pricing and scheduling details

April 2024 DEI Events Calendar

19th Annual Diversity & Leadership Conference (Apr. 15-18)

Location

• Dallas, TX

Pricing

• Conference registration starts at $899

May 2024 DEI Events Calendar

Elevating the Employee Experience Conference (May 1-3)

Location

• Denver, Colorado (In-person & Virtual)

Pricing

• Precon Workshop & Main Conference: $1,995 | May 1-3, 2024
• Main Conference: $1,695 | May 2-3, 2024
• Main Conference Virtual: $695 | May 2-3, 2024

2024 International Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism Conference (May 14)

Event Overview

• Expect to collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders, sharing success stories and exploring innovative approaches to designing and implementing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Academic and Research (EDI-AR) programs across various sectors and organizations.

Location

• St. John’s, NL

d&i Leaders Forum 2024 (May 21-22)

Location

• London, UK

Pricing 

• Starting at £649 +VAT (See full pricing details)

NAFSA 2024 Annual Conference & Expo (May 28-31)

Location

• New Orleans, Louisiana

Pricing

• TBA

June 2024 DEI Events Calendar

Teaching to Increase Diversity and Equity in STEM (TIDES) Institute (Jun. 23-27)

Location

• Leesburg, VA

Pricing

• $3950 per person

July 2024 DEI Events Calendar

Twenty-fourth International Conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities & Nations (July 3-5)

Location

• Lisbon, Portugal

Pricing

• Presenter passes and audience passes available (See full pricing details)

2024 Diversity In Commercial Real Estate Conference (July 25-28)

3 Interesting Topics

• Learn about issues that affect real estate in New York and all over the United States
• Opportunity to recruit diverse talents
• Advancing your company’s DEI goals

Location

• Colombia University, New York City

Pricing

• Conference registration starts at $297 for students (See full pricing details)

August 2024 DEI Events Calendar

No DEI conferences currently scheduled for August 2024.

September 2024 DEI Events Calendar

SIG – Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (Sept. 24)

Event Overview

• DEI leaders, join the Special Interest Group for contact center leaders to exchange ideas, best practices, and tackle business challenges in a supportive environment, fostering networking opportunities among industry peers.

Location

• Virtual

October 2024 DEI Events Calendar 

Diversity Abroad Global Inclusion 2024 (Oct. 29-Nov. 1)

Location

• Washington, DC

Pricing

• Registration is $499-$1,249 for members based on date of registration 

November 2024 DEI Events Calendar

SHRM INCLUSION 2024 (Nov. 4-7)

Location

• Denver, CO (In-person & Virtual)

Pricing

• Starting at $1,495 (See full pricing details)

Diversity Reboot Series 2024: Supporting Veterans, Active Services Members, & Military Spouses (Nov. 15-16)

Event Overview

• Learn about programs and roles designed specifically for veterans and military spouses, and get tips from recruiters and hiring managers on how to best showcase your experience.

Pricing

• This is a free virtual event

December 2024 DEI Events Calendar

No DEI conferences currently scheduled for December 2024.

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January 3, 2023 by Heather Barbour in Diversity and Inclusion