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== Partners and Satellite Events == | |||
Consider becoming a partner for the Global Gathering 2026, and support one of the largest gathering in the world of digital rights defenders. Did you know that more than 50% of our participants live in the Global Majority, and over 50% identify as women or gender non-conforming. Your support goes directly to support our Equity Fund, and the safety and security of the event. | |||
'''Expanded Opportunities for Villages and Satellite Events''' | |||
To ensure that the GG is a more effective tool in 2026, we are expanding opportunities for '''TCU Partners via Villages''' (community-led hubs focused on specific themes, regions or areas of practices) and '''Satellite Events ('''private or public gatherings hosted by partners before, during or after the GG). Satellite Events can include private/public workshops, stakeholder meetups, and more. | |||
To learn more about these opportunities, please follow up with us in the application below or reach out to us at [email protected] as soon as possible to ensure we can provide you with the best possible support. | |||
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Revision as of 05:00, 5 December 2025
When: September 4, 5 and 6, 2026
Where: Estoril, Portugal
The Global Gathering brings together groups throughout the world working on the most urgent technology-related challenges affecting human rights, social justice, civil society, and journalism at the local, regional and global levels.
The gathering’s humane design, unique outdoor venue, and robust security and safety protocols have been celebrated for fostering authentic trust-building and catalyzing impactful coalitions.
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Global Gathering Application and Ticketing Platform
We highly recommend that you apply as soon as possible, as applications go through a rigorous vetting and review process for security reasons. If you decide not to come, you can always cancel your attendance later on.This year we will NOT accept any applications AFTER the official deadline.
The Global Gathering Platform will be open in Mid-December.
- Please familiarize yourself with the GG's three step application and ticketing process, designed to ensure the security and safety of the event.
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Partners and Satellite Events
Consider becoming a partner for the Global Gathering 2026, and support one of the largest gathering in the world of digital rights defenders. Did you know that more than 50% of our participants live in the Global Majority, and over 50% identify as women or gender non-conforming. Your support goes directly to support our Equity Fund, and the safety and security of the event.
Expanded Opportunities for Villages and Satellite Events
To ensure that the GG is a more effective tool in 2026, we are expanding opportunities for TCU Partners via Villages (community-led hubs focused on specific themes, regions or areas of practices) and Satellite Events (private or public gatherings hosted by partners before, during or after the GG). Satellite Events can include private/public workshops, stakeholder meetups, and more.
To learn more about these opportunities, please follow up with us in the application below or reach out to us at [email protected] as soon as possible to ensure we can provide you with the best possible support.
✈ Planning your Trip
Even if you are not 100% sure you can attend, we highly recommend you schedule your embassy/consulate appointment ASAP to avoid delays. You can always cancel the appointment at a later date if need be.
Visa and Security Support
Please review our Visa Support page that have detailed information regarding:
- 👉 Obtaining a Schengen visa for Portugal
- 👉 Applying for ETIAS Travel Authorization
- 👉 Ongoing support TCU can offer during your visa process.
Additionally, we have security staff ready to provide you customized security support - reach out to us. Please review our thorough Travel and Safety Guide to ensure your protection before, during, and after your participation in the GG. Included is a great checklist of items to bring, contact numbers of both TCU team and Portuguese entities to have on hand, and much more!
Equity Fund
We will be re-opening the Equity Fund in 2026. Stay tuned for details.
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Hotels and Transportation
We have compiled a complete list of hotels and transportation options, including cost estimates. The venue is only a 10 minute walk from the Estoril train station, and Portugal has incredible public transportation, meaning lodging in nearby towns (and even Lisbon itself) is possible.
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We have compiled a list of day trips you can take from Estoril, a list of ATMs and Banks near the venue, general information about public transportation, and some Portuguese language tips, including how to order coffee!]
Navigating Portugal: Culture, Useful Phrases, Day Trips, and the Digital Rights Ecosystem
Community, Security & Health Policies
Stay tuned! All of our community and security policies will be updated for 2025. link=https://wiki.digitalrights.community/File:Black_2025_GG_Icon_Health.png|left|frameless|167x167px
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Global Gathering Past Editions
To learn more about the Global Gathering, take a look at:
