About the Golden Gala & Symposium
The Golden Gala & Symposium Returns
The GHPAC Golden Gala Awards & Symposium is a premier convening of diaspora leaders, entrepreneurs, public servants, creatives, and community builders. Through a high-impact symposium and an elegant awards dinner, we celebrate Ghanaian excellence while building relationships that strengthen civic leadership, economic mobility, and U.S.–Ghana collaboration.
Expect curated networking, practical sessions, cultural celebration, and an unforgettable evening recognizing honorees whose work is moving communities forward.
Invited Speakers
2026 Speakers & Special Guests (Coming Soon)
Speaker announcements will be released on a rolling basis. Check back for confirmed keynotes, featured guests, and symposium facilitators.
Past Featured Guests
The Golden Gala has welcomed distinguished leaders across government, business, and culture. 2026 featured guests will be announced soon.
Why attend?
Be Inspired
Hear from leaders shaping diaspora influence, ethical civic leadership, and U.S.–Ghana opportunity—then leave with clear next steps you can act on.
A Diaspora Power Convening
Connect with high-impact professionals, founders, investors, advocates, and public leaders working across Ghana and the diaspora.
Grow Your Network
Build relationships that turn shared pride into shared progress—partnerships, mentorship, investment, and community impact.
conference
Shape tomorrow’s education
Explore the Universe forum
A design symposium
Join us in Washington, DC for the 2026 Golden Gala & Symposium—two days of culture, leadership, and celebration.
27th Sept. | Washington, DC United States
Schedule at a Glance
Day 1 — Friday, September 25, 2026 (Symposium + Evening Program)
- Registration & Networking
- Welcome + Opening Remarks
- Symposium Sessions (workshops/panels)
- Partner & Community Networking
Day 2 — Saturday, September 26, 2026 (Diaspora Impact Experiences)
- Leadership + Community Conversations
- Investment / Innovation Spotlights
- Culture, Recognition, and Closing Moments
- Golden Gala Awards Dinner (ticketed)