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Become a Member!

When you become a member of the Black Child Development Institute–DC, you’re not just signing up for reminder emails—you’re joining a village of educators, parents, advocates, and leaders committed to ensuring Black children and families thrive.

Your membership helps power programs, town halls, family resources, and community events that center the needs, voices, and brilliance of Black children across Washington, DC. It also connects you with like-minded individuals who believe in collective action, cultural pride, and equity in education, health, and opportunity.

As a Member You’ll Gain:

Receive tools, information, and support designed to help you make a meaningful impact in the lives of Black Children and their families. 

Access to Valuable Resources

When you join, you become a member of both our national organization (NBCDI) and local village, BCDI-DC. Receive discounts on NBCDI's Annual Conference registration, publications, resources, and more!

Exclusive Discounts

Join a vibrant village of educators, parents, advocates, researchers, and policymakers working together to ensure Black children are valued, loved, and supported.

Connection to a Powerful Network

Choose Your Plan

Choose Your Plan ✦

Explore Our Memberships

$25

Student Member

*Must provide a copy of a student ID and/or current transcript

$40

Regular Member

Includes membership in a local BCDI Affiliate, if applicable.

$250

Non-profit Organizational Membership

Includes 7 individual memberships.

*Must supply tax-exempt ID number