Blak Lounge Room Philanthropy Conference 2026

The National Blak Lounge Room Philanthropy Conference is a three-day national gathering in Melbourne focused on strengthening community,culture, and impact through Blak-led philanthropy. Bringing together FirstNations leaders, academics, artists, community organisations, philanthropic foundations, and allies. The Conference creates space to reimagine how resources, power, and partnerships can better serve Blak communities.

Keynotes and panel discussions led by Blak thinkers, creatives, and practitioners

• Conversations on funding, sovereignty, governance, and long-term impact
• Insights into ethical partnerships, community-driven models, and shared accountability
• Workshopping the potential for a new national voice
• Networking in a culturally safe, respectful, and welcoming space
  
• This is an invitation to First Nations leaders, community organisations, and allies to come together, listen deeply, reflect honestly, and act with intention.