The Power of Engagement & Inclusion: Transforming Black Men’s Participation in Brain Health and AD/ADRD Research.
Conference Theme: This meeting will reinvent how communities engage in and benefit from scientific research. For too long, the scientific and medical fields have been criticized for research that provides little lasting value to participating communities. By centering community voices, this conference aims to tap into genuine engagement and transform Black men’s roles in brain health and AD/ADRD research. The event will be hosted at Merritt College, a public community college in Oakland, California.
ABOUT THIS CONFERENCE
The 2026 Black Men's Brain Health (BMBH) Conference is the fifth in an annual event series hosted during Super Bowl Week and funded by sponsors such as the Alzheimer's Association, the National Institute on Aging, and the NFL Alumni Association.​
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The BMBH Conference Series aims to address brain health disparities among Black men, focusing on cognitive aging, Alzheimer's disease, and sociocultural impacts, by convening experts, practitioners, and community members.
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2026 5th Annual Black Men's Brain Health Conference
MERRITT COLLEGE
OAKLAND, CA
Through rich educational programs, Merritt College fosters a culture of equity and inclusion that empowers students to achieve their greatest potential and make meaningful contributions to their respective communities and global society.
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Location:
Merritt College | R-Building | Newton-SEAL Conference Room
12500 Campus Drive
Oakland CA 94619
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(510) 531-4911
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In-person and online registration opening soon. Save the date now!
CONFERENCE HOTEL
Oakland Marriott City Center
+1 510-451-4000
1001 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607
The Oakland Marriott City Center offers modern accommodations with soundproof windows, plush bedding, and eclectic local art, located steps from the Oakland Convention Center, dining, and entertainment. Guests can enjoy the fitness center, Topgolf Swing Suite, and the Iron & Oak restaurant and bar for a comfortable and convenient stay in downtown Oakland.
A discounted room block for conference attendees will be available soon.
2026 CONFERENCE SPONSORS
CONFERENCE PROGRAM
The 2026 Black Men’s Brain Health Conference program will be available soon.