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[[File:2023 GG Greenhost booth.png|Booths are great to showcase your project, research, or organization.|thumb|300x300px]]
[[File:GG 2023 group in circle talking.jpeg|Circles are collaborative talks, excellent for exploring various topics.|thumb|300x300px]]
''<big>Note: For Meetups or social activities, we encourage you to organize a Off-Site Self-Organized Social, instructions that can find here: https://pad.riseup.net/p/GG-Socials-2024</big>''


== What is it? ==
''This is guide is for the [[Global Gathering 2025|2025 Global Gathering]]''
Self-organized Circles or Booths are spaces in the venue that participants can schedule while they are physically present at the Global Gathering. It allows for spontaneous conversations, or for collaborations that may take place during the event.


== Instructions to schedule a self-organized circle or booth ==
== How to Schedule a Self-Organized Circle or Booth On-Site ==
'''1)''' Send an email to team@digitalrights.community with the following information:
'''1)''' Send an email to gather@digitalrights.community with the following information:


* Title  
* Title  
* Indicate whether you want a Circle or Booth
* Indicate whether you want a Circle or Booth
* Short description of what will be discussed (circle) or happen (booth)
* Short description of either a)what will be discussed in a Circle or b) what will happen in a Booth.
* Facilitator name/alias
* Indicate your preferred date and time, based on the blank slots [[Global Gathering 2025|found on the GG agenda]]. We will do our best to accommodate.
* Contact email
* Name of Facilitator or Host
'''2)''' Go to the TCU Information Desk to coordinate with Victoria a time slot and space. Due to limited spaces and time availability: a) TCU will assign a time and area for you. b) Booths must be two hours (no more, or less). c) Circle sessions must be no more than 1 hour.
* Contact Email
'''Important Information:'''  


'''3)''' Help us promote your event :)
* '''Given there is limited space and high demand, we may not be able to accommodate all requests.'''  
* We are prioritizing Circles that are action-oriented, and help participants mobilize around urgent goals. We have more flexibility for booths.
* In some cases, we will recommend that you organize a Self-Organized Social instead of a Circle. Instructions can be found here: https://pad.riseup.net/p/GGSocials


====== '''Logistical Information''' ======


 
* Each booth has a reusable sign on which you can write your project name along with a dry-erase marker and a towel. If you are missing any of these materials, connect with staff at the Information booth.
___________________________________________________________________________ [[File:2023 GG Calyx booth.png|left|thumb|366x366px]]
* Each booth also has electricity. This means you can bring your computer, tablets, etc.
====== '''When will meetups be scheduled?''' ======
The self-organized meetups will be scheduled from 13:00 to 18:00 each day.
 
====== '''Can I choose the time and area?''' ======
No. but you can definitely let us know your preferences, including what times you are not available.
 
====== '''How many self-organized Booths or Circles can I propose?''' ======
There is no limit to the number you can propose. BUT only submit things that you think will bring value to the community and event. Due to demand, we must review all existing proposals before we review your second, third, etc.

Latest revision as of 09:35, 7 September 2025


This is guide is for the 2025 Global Gathering

How to Schedule a Self-Organized Circle or Booth On-Site

1) Send an email to [email protected] with the following information:

  • Title
  • Indicate whether you want a Circle or Booth
  • Short description of either a)what will be discussed in a Circle or b) what will happen in a Booth.
  • Indicate your preferred date and time, based on the blank slots found on the GG agenda. We will do our best to accommodate.
  • Name of Facilitator or Host
  • Contact Email

Important Information:

  • Given there is limited space and high demand, we may not be able to accommodate all requests.
  • We are prioritizing Circles that are action-oriented, and help participants mobilize around urgent goals. We have more flexibility for booths.
  • In some cases, we will recommend that you organize a Self-Organized Social instead of a Circle. Instructions can be found here: https://pad.riseup.net/p/GGSocials
Logistical Information
  • Each booth has a reusable sign on which you can write your project name along with a dry-erase marker and a towel. If you are missing any of these materials, connect with staff at the Information booth.
  • Each booth also has electricity. This means you can bring your computer, tablets, etc.
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