Last year, AMBERfest 2025 was held on Saturday, 8 March 2025, at Millennium Point in Birmingham—coinciding with International Women’s Day. It marked the first in-person event hosted by AMBER and brought together over 70 attendees in an atmosphere that buzzed with energy, transformative conversations, and collective enthusiasm

The sold‑out gathering featured a powerful line up of expert-led panels and workshops focused on wellness, parenting, careers, and financial health. Participants immersed themselves in practical strategies for both personal and professional growth, sharing ideas and building meaningful connections

The day began with a warm welcome from the AMBER team, who emphasised the importance of community and representation. They introduced their ‘Together We Talk’ conversation cards during an icebreaker—designed to spark thoughtful discussion and connection. A series of inspiring talks followed from leading experts:

Dr Raheela Shaikh addressed health inequalities and inclusive research engagement
Suneta Bagri shared her journey of resilience, underscoring personal and professional well-being
Manjit Sidhu explored intergenerational dynamics and the impact of cultural identity on parenting
Shahzadi Yousaf delivered key insights on financial independence and stability
Aman Sunner emphasised the transformative power of mentorship and self-belief

The event culminated with an inspirational keynote by Aneila Afsar, fitness trailblazer and BBC Gladiators quarter‑finalist, whose story of breaking barriers resonated deeply with all

Throughout the day, AMBERfest cultivated a warm, inclusive space where conversations flowed freely, relationships formed, and ambitions were reignited. Attendees walked away feeling empowered by candid career advice, financial literacy, and a renewed sense of purpose

By the event’s close, it was clear that AMBERfest had evolved into more than a conference—it had become a movement. This milestone gathering demonstrated the profound impact of community, representation, and shared ambition, setting the stage for even greater editions to come

AMBERfest 2026: Coming together as a Community for Connection, Courage and Change

Imagine a day curated just for you:

Discover and grow: Dive into thoughtfully designed panels and workshops across the four themes of wellness, parenting, careers, and financial health—each true to the spirit of AMBERfest’s debut in 2025.
Learn from inspiring voices: Hear from expert speakers who bring both lived experience and transformational insight—driving conversations that spark personal reflection and ignite long‑term change.
Forge real connections: Engage in powerful icebreaker activities like ‘Together We Talk’ cards, connect with peers over shared stories, and build networks that expand your support and ambition
Leave with action: Take part in mini‑workshops focused on stress resilience, financial empowerment, generational parenting shifts, and intentional career visioning—each session ending with practical tools to apply immediately.
Be moved by a memorable keynote: As in 2025, expect an unforgettable closing talk—someone whose story embodies strength, resilience, and the power of community to drive meaningful change.

Why you will walk away inspired:

A warm, inclusive space where diverse stories belong and conversations flow naturally.
Insights that go beyond inspiration- tangible tools and takeaways ready for real life.
A community rooted in representation, belonging, and shared ambition—because when we rise together, we ignite change.

If you’re ready to be part of something beyond another event, an inspiring journey of connection, growth, and empowerment, don’t miss AMBERfest 2026, on Saturday 27th June in Birmingham, Millennium Point. Tickets and Programme live soon.