Forward Conference: Religions Envisioning Change

The FORWARD Conference will provide a timely, solutions-oriented conference on the landscape of African American religions during a period when faith-based institutions are encountering changing dynamics. This includes a growing preference among congregants for online worship services, and an increase in the number of younger Black Americans who do not identify with a particular church, denomination, or religion. 

The conference will focus on contemporary issues that face faith leaders and the African American communities they serve, such as women and religion; economic development; innovation and religion; religion and media. It will bridge multifaith networks and expand leadership and development opportunities for faith leaders globally.