Chicago
June 5 - June 7, 2026
Roots in Motion:
Naša Zajednica in the Making
The conference theme, “Roots in Motion: Naša Zajednica in the Making,” invites diaspora and local communities in BiH to reflect on the rich history and cultural heritage that shapes our Bosnian identity. It encourages open discussion about the challenges facing our community while emphasizing unity, resilience, and collective growth rather than division.
Schedule and Programming
Friday, June 5, 2026
BiH Diaspora Networking
Location: Broken Hearts Bar, 1009 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607
Time: 7-9pm
The BiH Diasporic Conference and the BH Futures Foundation invite you for an evening of networking with professionals and business owners from around the world, as we kick off another year for BiHDC 2026.
Saturday, June 6, 2026
Educational Programming
Location: DePaul University, Schmitt Academic Center, 2320 N Kenmore Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
Time: 9am - 5pm
Reunite with old friends and meet new connections on the second day as you learn from leading experts during the morning and afternoon sessions. A light breakfast, lunch, and conference materials will be provided.
Evening Social Activity
Location: TBD
Time: after 7pm
Enjoy a social activity with some familiar faces during this part of the second day.
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Sightseeing
Location: TBD
Time: All Day
Explore Chicago with attendees!
Millennium Hotel Knickerbocker Chicago
This year we have partnered with the Millennium Hotel Knickerbocker hotel in Chicago to offer discounted rates for hotel rooms. Please register your rooms by Wednesday, May 20, 2026, before the offer code expires. The discount code is valid for bookings from June 2nd through June 10th
Hotel Address: 163 E Walton Pl, Chicago, IL 60611
Hotel Cost: King $232.48, Double $242.48
Deadline for registration: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Discount Code Valid for Booking Dates: June 2 - 10, 2026.
Hotel Details
2026 Sponsorship Packages
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Fildžan
Two (2) delegate passes for BiHDC 2026
One (1) half-page advertisement in the official conference program booklet
Logo placement on the BiHDC website
A dedicated feature post with other Fildžan sponsors on our LinkedIn, Facebook & Instagram
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Džezva
Four (4) delegate passes for BiHDC 2026
One (1) full-page advertisement in the official conference program booklet
Logo placement on the BiHDC website
One dedicated feature post highlighting the company on BiHDC’s LinkedIn, Facebook & Instagram
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Merak
Eight (8) delegate passes for BiHDC 2026
One (1) full-page advertisement in the official conference program booklet
Logo placement on the BiHDC website
Logo placement on a step and repeat banner
One dedicated feature post on our Social Media
Recognition as a featured sponsor for our Friday Event
Recognition as a featured sponsor for the Friday networking event in 3 press articles -
Sevdah
Sixteen (16) delegate passes for BiHDC 2026
Two (2) full-page advertisements in the official conference program booklet
Logo placement on the BiHDC website
Logo placement on a step and repeat banner
One dedicated 30 second video reel on our Social Media
Recognition as a featured sponsor for our Friday Event
Recognition as a featured sponsor for BIHDC 2026 in 6 press articles
Our Fiscal Sponsor
The BiH Diasporic Conference is an event fiscally sponsored by the Bosnian American Genocide Institute & Education Center, a 501c3 nonprofit organization registered in the United States.
I want to attend but I can’t afford to register…
We think everyone who wants to attend deserves an opportunity to attend regardless of ability to afford the registration fee. Our sponsors generously make this a possibility. So if you cannot afford to attend please apply here.