Global Gathering 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Global Gathering!

When: September 27, 28, 29

Where: Estoril, Portugal

The 2024 Global Gathering brings together digital rights defenders from around the world working on the most pressing issues sitting at the intersection of technology, human rights and social justice. Movements, open-source projects, and countless NGOs gather for a week of solidarity, collaboration and soul glitter.

The 2024 edition is the second in-person event Team CommUNITY is hosting post-pandemic. It is the second stage of a three-year vision to grow the event in a safe, secure and sustainable way to pre-pandemic impact and size. As a result, this year's event design will differ from last year as we continue to iterate to help us confront current challenges of bringing people together, but also help us collectively build a vision for future instances.

Apply to Join the Global Gathering!

Visit the Global Gathering platform, where you will be able to apply to attend the Global Gathering, view your application status, update your profile, and request Equity Fund support. If your application is approved, you will also be able to propose activities for the program agenda in the coming months.

Apply Now!

Partners and Sponsors

Consider becoming a partner for the 2024 Global Gathering, and receive a myriad of benefits from free tickets, to a guaranteed spot in the project expo! In addition, monies collected will support our Equity Fund. Reach out to gather@digitalrights.community

We want to thank the following partners and sponsors for their support in our three year vision to launch the global gathering:

Satellite Events

Estoril offers various outdoor and indoor spaces for partners and colleagues to host a variety of events, from team retreats to network gatherings. Please reach out to gather@digitalrights.community if you are interested in hosting a satellite event so we can offer support and answer any questions. 

Global Gathering 2024 Structure

We are updating the Global Gathering structure and building this section! You can look at the Global Gathering 2023 Structure.

Visa and Equity Fund Support

Please, visit the Visa and Equity Fund Support page and check all the steps, information and resources regarding the visa processes and the Equity Fund Support for folks that need to apply for this fund.

Planning Your Trip & How to Navigate Estoril

Visit the Planning Your Trip and Navigating Estoril pages for more information about:

• How to get to Estoril from the airport
• Booking Accommodation
• Local Transportation
• Local Restaurants, Activities and Entertainment
• Recommended trips around Estoril, Cascais and Sintra

Health, Safety & Security Policies

COVID Policy

Code of Conduct

Security Policy