Emergence Conference 2026
Accelerate
Building sustainable systems for execution.
From vision to execution. From momentum to lasting impact.
21 November 2026 · Virtual Event · 21st November, 2026
The Call Forward
Vision Needs Structure. Momentum Needs Systems.
Emergence 2025 called women to unleash what was already inside them. Emergence 2026 asks what comes next: how do you turn that vision into something that lasts?
This is a leadership conference for women who are done waiting on motivation. We are here to explore how intentional systems, personal, professional, and social, create the structure, accountability, and momentum that execution actually requires.
- Female leaders and entrepreneurs
- Professionals and executives
- Policymakers and changemakers
- Anyone ready to move – from ambition to consistent execution
FOUR Dimensions Of Execution
Our Core Systems
Emergence 2026 moves through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and practical learning experiences built around three systems that sustain impact.
01
Career
Build Your Career Operating System
Your career needs more than simply doing the job well.
This practical session will help you intentionally manage the direction of your career by exploring the systems that support growth, performance, visibility, relationships, relevance and readiness for new opportunities.
You’ll reflect on where you are, where you want to go, and what needs to change to support your 2027 career goals.
You’ll explore: Career direction • Personal development • Performance • Visibility • Relationships • Future readiness
Walk away with: A clearer career direction and a practical system for making intentional decisions and continually building your capability.
02
Business
Build the Systems Your Business Needs to Execute, Grow & Sustain
Every business is at a different stage — and not every business needs the same systems.
Whether you are building a solo business, launching a start-up, growing an enterprise or leading an established organisation, this session will help you identify the systems that matter most for where you are now and where you want to go next.
Explore the foundations that enable your business to operate effectively, deliver consistently, grow sustainably and prepare for its next stage.
You’ll explore: Sales • Operations • Finance • Delivery • People • Performance • Technology • Leadership
Walk away with: Clarity on the systems your business needs now and the priorities that will support your 2027 growth goals.
03
Social Impact
Build Infrastructure That Sustains Impact
Impact should not depend on one person carrying everything.
Designed for social impact leaders, social entrepreneurs, community leaders, ministries, foundations and mission-driven organisations, this session explores how to build the infrastructure needed to increase impact without increasing chaos, burnout or dependence on a few individuals.
Discover the systems that help organisations deliver consistently, mobilise people and resources, build trust, maintain continuity and demonstrate meaningful impact.
You’ll explore: Programmes • People • Partnerships • Resources • Governance • Continuity • Impact measurement
Walk away with: A clearer understanding of the infrastructure required to support your 2027 mission and sustain the impact you are building.
04
Creative
Build a System That Moves Ideas Into the World
Great ideas need somewhere to go.
Designed for writers, artists, content creators, speakers, designers, media professionals, filmmakers, musicians and other creatives, this session helps you build systems around your creativity so that more of your ideas move from inspiration to completion, distribution and impact.
The goal isn’t to systematise creativity. It’s to create the structure that helps you protect your creative capacity, finish what you start and get your work into the hands of the people it was created to serve.
You’ll explore: Creative workflows • Consistency • Completion • Content systems • Distribution • Visibility • Sustainable creative practice
Walk away with: A practical system to move a meaningful 2027 creative goal from intention to evidence.
01
Personal Systems
The habits, disciplines, and rhythms that let a leader lead herself well and stay effective over time.
02
Career & Business Systems
The leadership, operational, and performance systems that turn strategy into action and help organisations scale their impact.
03
Social Systems
The institutions, partnerships, and governance structures that create sustainable change across communities and nations.
03
Social Systems
The institutions, partnerships, and governance structures that create sustainable change across communities and nations.
Who’s Taking The Stage
Meet Our Speakers
Leaders confirmed for Emergence 2026. Full session details are coming soon.
From Emergence 2025
What Attendees Are Saying
Illustrative reflections styled after the kind of feedback we heard in the room last year.
“The 2024 Emergence Conference theme, Dominate: Designing the Life of Significance, was honestly one of my favourite conferences we’ve held at EPR so far. One of my key takeaways was that we are called to make an impact in the lives of those around us, and that planning and the right support system are necessary to walk out that calling. This year’s conference was amazing—I loved it.”
Kunbi Disu, Abuja, Nigeria
“I was able to get answers to my inner burdens as to why I need to not wait a second but go forth to unleash. I can’t afford to bury my talent but to take a step into action. It is top notch and I must say I was richly blessed attending The Emergence Conference. I can’t actually point out how I got to know about EPR but now I think it was God’s orchestration and I am forever grateful for the opportunity. God bless the team, more grace!”
Bukky Adeleke, Nigeria
“This is my first conference. I liked how the conference was structured and fully online so people could join worldwide. I liked seeing successful women entrepreneurs/founders who live a dedicated God-centered life, and how standing in their faith led them to a successful and elevated life. Especially in areas that were difficult, not qualified for or know little about. God qualifies us, and with determination, He provides the opportunities/spaces/people who will help us succeed. The stories of struggle, triumph and success the speakers shared were amazing.”
S Fairman, Nigeria
Saturday, 21 November 2026 · Virtual · Global Audience
The Agenda
A transformational journey designed to help you move from vision to execution, from insight to action, and from momentum to sustainable impact.
2:00 PM GMT
Welcome & Conference Opening
2:20 PM GMT
Convener’s Address
2:40 PM GMT
Guest Keynote
3:25 PM GMT
Keynote Q&A
3:40 PM GMT
Announcements
3:45 PM GMT
Roundtable
4:30 PM GMT
Featured Session
5:15 PM GMT
Transition Break
5:20 PM GMT
Track Labs
6:05 PM GMT
The Acceleration Lab
6:35 PM GMT
Closing Session
7:00 PM GMT
Conference Close
Fuel The Mission
Help Build the Systems
Emergence 2026 is hosted by EPR Global, a leadership network for women of African descent. Every gift helps a woman take her seat in the room and keeps our programmes running long after the conference ends.
Sponsor a Delegate
Cover the cost of one woman’s seat at Emergence 2026.
Fund a Session
Support a keynote, panel, or workshop from planning to delivery.
Give to the Mission
An open gift toward EPR Global’s year-round leadership programmes.
Presented With
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Newsletter Feature:
Your name and/or business, along with a brief bio, will be featured in the monthly newsletter.
Social Media Shout-Out:
A thank you mention on the conference’s social media channels.
Monthly Newsletter Mention:
Your name and/or business, and a brief bio will be mentioned in EPR Global’s monthly newsletter.
Social Media Shout-Out:
A thank you mention on the EPR Global social media channels.
Membership Perks:
One year free membership to EPR Global membership platform (valued at $239.88)
Thought Leadership:
Opportunity to contribute one (1) article or blog post to the EPR Global website or monthly newsletter.
Monthly Newsletter Feature:
Your name and/or business will be mentioned bi-annually in EPR Global’s monthly newsletter, plus an additional featured article about your business or cause in the newsletter.
Optional Social Media Campaign:
Dedicated social media posts highlighting your business or cause.
Membership Perks:
Two (2) free one-year subscriptions to EPR Global membership platform (valued at $239.88 each).
Thought Leadership:
Opportunity to contribute up to three (3) articles or blog posts to the EPR Global website or monthly newsletter.
Recognition:
EPR Global Patron will be featured as an EPR Global Star Donor and will receive a free gift as appreciation.
Spotlight Video Embedded on Conference App:
45-60 second video available on-demand in the Emergence Conference sponsorship gallery. Spotlight video will also feature during the conference.
Logo Placement:
Featured on the conference website.
Logo Placement on Social Media:
On EPR Global social channels.
Membership Perks:
Free one-year subscription to EPR Global membership platform (valued at $239.88)
Monthly Newsletter Feature:
Business will be mentioned in EPR Global’s monthly newsletter with a featured article highlighting your business.
Spotlight Video Embedded on Conference App:
45-60 second video available on-demand in the sponsorship gallery. Spotlight video will feature during the conference.
Enhanced Logo Placement:
Your Logo will appear on both the conference website and promotional materials.
Social Media Campaign:
Dedicated social media posts highlighting your business on EPR Global’s Instagram and LinkedIn pages.
Membership Perks:
Two free one-year subscriptions to EPR Global membership platform (valued at $239.88 each)
Monthly Newsletter Feature:
Business will be mentioned biannually in EPR Global’s monthly newsletter with a featured article highlighting your business.
Spotlight Video Embedded on Conference App:
45-60 second video available on-demand in the sponsorship gallery and featured during the conference.
Premium Logo Placement:
Your Logo will be prominently displayed on the Emergence Conference platform, promotional materials, social media channels and official EPR Global website.
Comprehensive Social Media Campaign:
Multi-platform social media campaign including posts, highlights and features on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram stories.
Membership Perks:
Four (4) free one-year subscriptions to EPR Global membership platform (valued at $239.88 each).
Monthly Newsletter Feature:
Business will be featured in EPR Global’s monthly newsletter with two (2) featured articles highlighting your business.
Event Sponsorship Opportunity:
Exclusive Sponsor recognition at the EPR Global in-country events in 2026. Two additional team members will receive free event passes.
Save Your Seat
Register For Emergence 2026
Register to join a network of women builders and systems reformers ready to accelerate lasting impact in their businesses and careers.
- Keynotes, panels, and workshops across one full day
- Access to the Emergence community network
- Full online access via livestream
Have Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Emergence 2026 is a global virtual conference hosted by EPR Global with the 2026 theme "Accelerate". It's a gathering of women of African descent across industries, nations, and life stages, designed to equip, inspire, and connect you for your next level of growth.
📅 Date: Saturday, 21 November 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00pm – 7:00pm GMT
🌍 Location: Online (virtual)
Emergence 2026 is for:
- ✓Professionals seeking clarity, growth, or career advancement
- ✓Entrepreneurs ready to scale and innovate
- ✓Leaders, mentors, and mentees looking to expand their influence
- ✓Women navigating transitions, new roles, new ventures, or new seasons of life
- ✓Anyone who wants to rise boldly and walk in purpose
Click the "Register Now" button on this page. Registration is free but required to secure your spot.
The conference is designed to help attendees thrive in their careers and faith. It provides a supportive community where they can connect with peers who understand their unique journey. The program offers practical tools for professional growth while also encouraging women to see their work as a form of ministry, helping them find deeper purpose and fulfillment.
No, this year the conference is FREE.
