Who can join our online forum?

The BWHR community is for Black professionals in Equality, Diversity & Inclusion / Human Resources globally, providing a place to connect, learn, empower and share ideas amongst peers.
The community allows members to share information, increase network and gain insights into how other businesses and individuals resolve issues. Via the WhatsApp community and quarterly meetings, you are also able to have discussions and ask questions in real time.
The community is open to Black professionals in HR / ED&I, those who aspire to work in HR or anyone who has an HR related issues they need support with. Members are advised to read our term of reference upon joining and may be removed from the community if in breach of any of the conditions.

Why join, see our offers for Premium membership

  • Bimonthly agenda-based networking sessions via Zoom
  • Annual Conference and Networking Event
  • Up to 3 CIPD accreditation sponsorship for members. T&C apply
  • Mentorship programme priority
  • Future leaders programme priority
  • Access to BWHR library with 100+ e learning workshops
  • In person peer to peer networking
  • Newsletter on HR disciplines and news
  • Exclusive vacancies to your inbox
  • Access to industry research insight
  • Employment Law support, updates and resources
  • 10% discount on BWHR merchandise
  • 30% membership discount on BWHR events and conference

How much is subscription?

There are two types of membership –
6 months membership – £33.99
12 months membership – £54.99
You may subscribe as a member or ally and your subscription will automatically renew each month unless you cancel. There is no refund once membership is purchased.

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions

A list of frequently asked questions to help you understand how our membership works.

1. How can I join the Community?

There are two types of membership – 6 and 12 months
6 months is £33.99
12 months is £54.99

2. Who is eligible to join the platform?

Black professionals in HR or EDI, whether you are a student, HR professional or ally.

3. Can I apply my discount to another subscription plan?

No. The discount can only be used when you join during a promotion.

4. Can I expense my BWHR membership?

Some employers may find BWHR platform so valuable that they’ll pay for their employees’ subscriptions. At the end of your purchase, you’ll receive the receipt in your email that you can use to file an expense report. If you need addition information email programme@blackwomanhr.co.uk

5. What if I change my mind and want to cancel?

We hope you’ll see the value but regret to see you leave. We do understand circumstances can change and you may want to leave us but hope you return. Should this happen, please log into your account, click ‘Manage subscription’ and then ‘Cancel Subscription’? Cancel before your anniversary date and you will not be charged for the following month. Your anniversary date is the date you signed up or the date your membership subscription is removed from your Bank Account.

6. Do I have to become a member to access the mentorship programme?

No, anyone can access the mentorship programme but members will be priotised.

7. Do I need to sign up to the mentorship or other programmes if I am a member?

Yes, please sign up to our programmes to confirm interest.

8. Do I have to pay to advertise an event?

No payments are required to advertise your event on our website. When you submit, we would review then publish or contact you if we have any questions.

9. How do I contact BWHR if I have any questions or issues?

By email info@bwhr.co.uk