HipHopEd Conference 2023

HipHopEd Conference 2025

Reflect, Respond, Reimagine: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip-Hop and Beyond

Conference Description

The annual HipHopEd Conference is a unique event that brings together educators, school leaders, students, and community members to explore the intersection between hip-hop and education. This conference is the premier event in the field of hip-hop and education, and it is dedicated to advancing innovation, scholarship, and practice.

At the HipHopEd Conference, participants engage in workshops and keynote sessions that showcase the latest research, practices, and trends in hip-hop education. The conference is designed to create a space and community where hip-hop educators can gather, connect, and collaborate to reimagine education. Practitioners and scholars present workshop presentations and peer-reviewed papers that exemplify the conference theme. The HipHopEd Conference is not your traditional education conference; it includes student performers and highlights the creative elements of hip-hop culture. 

The HipHopEd Conference is an exciting and dynamic event that is essential for anyone who wants to explore the potential of hip-hop in education. Whether you are a teacher, student, school leader, or community member, you will find something valuable at this conference. It is an excellent opportunity to learn, connect, and collaborate with like-minded individuals who share your passion for hip-hop and education.

Conference Theme

This year’s conference theme is “Hip-Hop as Transformation: Empowering Education, Industries, and Communities.” The theme is focused on highlighting the transformative potential of hip-hop to inspire change, challenge inequities, and empower individuals. It acknowledges hip-hop’s influence not only in education but also across industries like technology, business, art, and social activism, while emphasizing its role in improving lives and fostering equity.

HipHopEd Conference 2025 Registration is Open!

Call for Conference Proposals

We are pleased to invite proposals for the HipHopEd Conference 2025, the premier conference in the field of hip-hop and education. 

We welcome proposals for the following presentation formats:

Paper presentations: These sessions will consist of 20-minute presentations followed by a brief Q&A session.

Interactive Workshops: These 50-minute sessions will be interactive and hands-on, allowing participants to learn a new idea, skill, practice, or technique that can be incorporated into practice.

All proposals must be submitted by Monday, March 24th, 11:59 pm EST. Proposals will be evaluated based on their relevance to the conference theme, their originality and quality, and their potential to contribute to the field of hip-hop and education.

Accepted presenters will be notified by Monday, April 7th. We look forward to receiving your proposals and to seeing you at the HipHopEd Conference 2025!

For any inquiries, please contact us at conference@hiphoped.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is HipHopEd Conference 2025?

The HipHopEd Conference will be held on Friday, June 6th – Saturday, June 7th, 2025, and the HipHopEd Conference at Teachers College, Columbia Unviersity.

How do I register?

Only registered participants can attend the conference. Participants can register for the conference here. NYC Department of Education and other schools can register groups of teachers via purchase order. Email conference@hiphoped.com for more information. 

Does HipHopEd provide personal accommodations (ie:  lodging, transportation, etc.)?

Unfortunately, as a non-profit organization, HipHopEd does not provide funding for travel or lodging. 

What can I expect at the HipHopEd Conference 2025?

With a variety of workshops, presentations, student performances, keynotes, and networking, The HipHopEd Conference is designed to be a meaningful and affirming experience!  

Is it too late to submit a proposal?

All proposals must be submitted by Monday, March 24th, 11:59 pm EST Proposals will be evaluated based on their relevance to the conference theme, their originality and quality, and their potential to contribute to the field of hip-hop and education.

Accepted presenters will be notified by Monday, April 7th. We look forward to receiving your proposals and seeing you at the HipHopEd Conference 2025! 

I don’t see my question answered here – who should I contact?

Feel free to reach out to us at conference@hiphoped.com if you have any questions.