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2026 National Conference At-A-Glance
Rooted in Sisterhood: Navigating the Journey through
Resilience, Reclamation and Restoration
Across the country, women are rising, reclaiming, and restoring - and this October, we gather to celebrate that momentum. Rooted in Sisterhood: Navigating the Journey through Resilience, Reclamation and Restoration sets the tone for a conference built on courage, connection, and collective power. Explore the national conference at‑a‑glance for a first look at what’s ahead. Registration opens soon - get ready to claim your spot.
Hotel Reservation Details
See Instructions Below
ABWHE Conference attendees,
To reserve your accommodations at the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel for ABWHE's National Conference, please use the following link: Rooted in Sisterhood.
ABWHE has reserved a limited number of conference rooms at the block rate available for:
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Wednesday, October 14th
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Thursday, October 15th (checkout Friday, October 16th no later than 11:00 am).
The nightly room rate is $179.00 plus a 17.5% occupancy tax. While ABWHE members do not need to pay for the room at the time of reservation, ultimate responsibility for payment rests with members. ABWHE is not responsible for issues or fees associated with cancellations, reservations outside of our official contract, or third-party reservations.
If you are interested in booking for dates outside the contracted period, specifically October 13th, there may be a limited number of rooms available at the block rate. Please note that if you would like to extend your stay to October 16th, October 17th or 18th, you will need to arrange these reservations directly with the hotel.
For those who prefer to make reservations by phone, please contact the reservation desk at 844-243-2004 and refer to the ABWHE Inc. room block.
Logistics Committee
Travel Details
As you make plans to join us for ABWHE's National Conference, we invite you to explore the vibrant city that will host our time together. Baltimore stands as a powerful center of Black culture, history, and legacy. Its African American heritage is deeply woven into the city’s identity — shaping its leadership in politics and religion, its influence in sports and education, and its enduring contributions to the arts.
Baltimore’s Black community has long been a source of resilience, creativity, and progress, making it a meaningful backdrop for our gathering. As you prepare for your trip, take a moment to learn more about the travel details and discover what makes Baltimore such an inspiring place to experience this year’s conference.