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<li>[[Visa and Security Support]]</li>
<li>[[Equity Fund]]</li>
<li>[[2026 Global Gathering Programming|Programming]]</li>
<li>[[2026 Global Gathering Programming|Programming]]</li>
<li>[[Hotels and Transportation|Hotels and Transportation Options]]</li>
<li>[[Navigating Estoril]]</li>
<li>[[Navigating Estoril]]</li>
<li>[[Hotels and Transportation|Transportation]]</li>
<li>[[Navigating Portugal]]</li>
<li>[[Navigating Portugal]]</li>
<li>[[Global Gathering 2026|Global Gathering Homepage]]</li>
<li>[[Visa and Security Support]]</li>
<li>[[Code of Conduct]]</li>
<li>[[Security Policy]]</li>
<li>[[Global Gathering Health Policy|Health Policy]]</li>
 
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</div>== Global Gathering 2025 @ a Glance ==
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''The agenda is being updated on a regular basis. The event runs from '''12.00h to 21.00h''' every day.''
The Global Gathering brings together groups from around 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.
 
<big>'''📌'''</big> '''Need emergency support when traveling?''' You can contact Team CommUNITY’s Signal Phone Number +1 (914) 267-3035.
 
<big>'''📌'''</big> '''Questions about the event?''' Email us at gather@digitalrights.community if you have questions.<br>
 
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'''<big>Global Gathering 2026 Programming at a Glance</big>'''
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!'''<big>Sunday, Sept. 7</big>'''
! style="width: 10%;" |'''<big>Sept. 3</big>'''
! style="width: 10%;" |Times
! style="width: 10%;" |Times
!'''<big>Monday, Sept. 8</big>'''
!'''<big>Sept. 4</big>'''
!'''<big>Tuesday, Sept. 9</big>'''
!'''<big>Sept. 5</big>'''
!'''<big>Wednesday, Sept 10</big>'''
!'''<big>Sept 6</big>'''
|-
|-
! rowspan="5" style="background: #5BE6EF; width: 15%;" |Pre-Registration will run from
! rowspan="5" style="background: #5BE6EF;" |Pre-Registration is from
'''16:00 - 20:00'''
'''16:00 - 20:00'''
! style="background: #8EE6C0;" |9:00 -
!'''9:00 - 12:00'''
12:00
| style="background: #8EE6C0; height: 10%;" |'''[[September 4 2026 Agenda|Satellite Events and Workshops]]'''
| style="background: #8EE6C0; height: 10%;" |<center>Private Events</center>
| style="background: #8EE6C0; height: 10%;" |'''[[September 5 2026 Agenda|Satellite Events and Workshops]]'''
| style="background: #8EE6C0; height: 10%;" |<center>Private Events
| style="background: #8EE6C0; height: 10%;" |'''[[September 6 2026 Agenda|Satellite Events and Workshops]]'''
</center>
| style="background: #8EE6C0; height: 10%;" |<center>Private Events and
'''[[GG 5K|First GG 5K Run!!]] <big>🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♀️</big>'''
</center>
|-
|-
!'''12:00 - 13:00'''
!'''9:00 - 12:00'''
| style="background: #FFF9C4; width: 25%;" |[[September 8 2025 Agenda|Meet and Greet Brunch]]  
| style="background: #FFD6CD; vertical-align: top;" |'''Wellbeing Morning Activities'''
''<small>Complimentary bites, networking, and</small> <small>opening remarks</small>''
[[Catalyst Coaching Group]] [[Catalyst Coaching Group|🪴]]
| style="background: #FFF9C4; width: 25%;" |[[September 9 2025 Agenda|Lunch and Networking Hour]]
| style="background: #FFD6CD; vertical-align: top;" |'''Wellbeing Morning Activities'''
| style="background: #FFF9C4; width: 25%;" |[[September 10 2025 Agenda|Lunch and Networking Hour]]
[[Sound Bath Grounding]] 🌿
| style="background: #FFD6CD; vertical-align: top;" |'''Wellbeing Morning Activities'''
[[GG 5K|GG 5K Run / Walk]] <big>🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♀️</big>
|-
|-
!'''13:00 - 18:00'''
!'''12:00 - 13:00'''
| style="background: #c0e590;" |[[September 8 2025 Agenda|Circles and Booths]]
| style="background: #FFF9C4; width: 25%; vertical-align: top;" | '''[[September 4 2026 Agenda|Regional Meetups]]'''
| style="background: #c0e590;" |[[September 9 2025 Agenda|Circles and Booths]]
| style="background: #FFF9C4; width: 25%; vertical-align: top;" |'''[[September 5 2026 Agenda|Networking Hour and Featured Meetups]]'''
| style="background: #c0e590;" |[[September 10 2025 Agenda|Circles and Booths]]
| style="background: #FFF9C4; width: 25%; vertical-align: top;" |'''[[September 6 2026 Agenda|Networking Hour and Featured Meetups]]'''
|-
|-
!'''18:00 - 21:00'''
!'''13:00 - 18:00'''
| style="background: #ffa3e8;" |[[September 8 2025 Agenda|GG After Hours:]]
| style="background: #c0e590;" |'''[[September 4 2026 Agenda#Circles, Villages and Offsite Meetups|Circles, Villages, and Booths]]'''
''Music and Socializing''
| style="background: #c0e590;" |'''[[September 5 2026 Agenda#Circles, Villages and Offsite Meetups|Circles, Villages, and Booths]]'''
| style="background: #ffa3e8;" |[[September 9 2025 Agenda|GG After Hours:]]  
| style="background: #c0e590;" |'''[[September 6 2026 Agenda#Circles, Villages and Offsite Meetups|Circles, Villages, and Booths]]'''
''Karaoke''
| style="background: #ffa3e8;" |[[September 10 2020 GM|GG After Hours:]]
''Closing Remarks, Music, and Socializing''
|-
|-
!21:00 - 23:00  
!'''18:00 - 21:00'''
| style="background: #D6B4EA;" |Off-Site Socials
| style="background: #ffa3e8; vertical-align: top;" |[[September 4 2026 Agenda#drag|The Digital Rights Drag Show & DJ Boom Boom Boom]]
| style="background: #D6B4EA;" |Off-Site Socials
| style="background: #ffa3e8; vertical-align: top;" |[[September 5 2026 Agenda#karaoke|The Calyx Karaoke Extravaganza]]
| style="background: #D6B4EA;" |Off-Site Socials
| style="background: #ffa3e8; vertical-align: top;" |[https://wiki.digitalrights.community/index.php?title=September_6_2026_Agenda#September_6_Global_Gathering_After_Hours_|_18:00_-_21:00 Closing Party! with DJ Manez!]
|}
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! style="background-color:#fde68a; padding: 30px" |<big>[[September 8 2025 Agenda|Monday, September 8]]</big>
! style="background-color:#fde68a; padding: 30px" |<big>[[September 4 2026 Agenda|September 4]]</big>
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! style="background-color:#c0e590; padding: 30px" |<big>[[September 9 2025 Agenda|Tuesday, September 9]]</big>
! style="background-color:#c0e590; padding: 30px" | <big>[[September 5 2026 Agenda|September 5]]</big>
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! style="background-color:#5BE6EF; padding: 30px" |<big>[[September 10 2025 Agenda|Wednesday, September 10]]</big>
! style="background-color:#5BE6EF; padding: 30px" |<big>[[September 6 2026 Agenda|September 6]]</big>
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== Other Updates ==
== Updates ==


*'''Please take notes!''' Each Circle in the agenda is linked to a Riseup pad. This will make sharing info with each other easier.<br><br>
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*'''The pathway to the bathrooms''' are between booth 67 and 68.<br><br>
[[File:Participants+at+the+GG.jpg|right|link=File:Participants_at_the_GG.jpg| <big>🌱</big> Did you know that participants represent over 120+ countries, with 51% of attendees living in the Global Majority, and 54% identifying as women or gender non-conforming|thumb|345x345px]]
*'''A fun [[:File:QuestMap.png|Quest game]] was''' created by the awesome folks at [https://conexionsegura.org/ conexionsegura.org] to help orient new participants (or for those that love stamps). Go to their booth to get your Quest Map ([[:File:QuestMap.png|which you can see here]]) and then head to participating booths to get a stamp. Once you finish a thematic quest line, you get cool exclusive sticker, in addition to getting to know some awesome projects and organizations.<br> .<br>
*'''Join the fun to defend reality against deceptive AI and deep fakes by playing''' “The Hunt @ Global Gathering 2025”, a multi-day photo and video scavenger hunt using the Proofmode camera app. Learn how to play at: https://proofmode.org/thehuntgg2025 and find pritned gamecards around the Venue. Hosted by the amazing [https://guardianproject.info/ Guardian Project] <br><br>
*'''Join the first [[GG 5K|GG 5K Run/Walk]]! 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♀️''' on September 10! Find out how to time, route, and [[GG 5K|how to register]]<br><br>
*'''Organize a Off-Site Social @ the beach''' or central park in front of the venue! Enjoy the city. Directions here: https://pad.riseup.net/p/GGSocials<br><br>
*'''Learn [[Global Gathering Self-Organized Circles or Booths|How to Schedule a Circle or Booth On-Site]].''' Please note that there is limited space and high demand. We are prioritizing Circles that are action-oriented, and help participants mobilize around urgent goals. We have more flexibility for booths.  <br><br>
*'''A Message from the Psychosocial Team:''' Before you arrive, take a moment and watch the recording of this year’s Psychosocial Support Session, ''Wellbeing in a Changing World'', where the GG psychosocial team shares tools and practices<br><br>
** '''Recorded Session:''' <nowiki>https://drive.google.com/file/d/1865WYHfJV89wVAdai270IXAfWHQOvWb5/view?usp=sharing</nowiki>
** '''Session Slides:''' <nowiki>https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d7I-KnE0dY1WvOuD1M8d6WTCJL0C19XV/view?usp=sharing</nowiki>
==Tools & Resources==
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/193lcTfl7OYkEGTwB7Of-A2LLgfRvz0nr/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104123226664325204942&rtpof=true&sd=true '''<big>2025 Travel and Safety Advice</big>''']<br>Safety tips to help you before, during, and after your trip, including information about border crossing and arrival considerations, Portugal’s laws and emergency contacts, digital security and risk assessments, security resources, rapid-response helplines, and community tools.
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'''[[Planning Your Trip|<big>Transportation, Pharmacies, Hospitals, Accomodations and More!</big>]]''' <br>Information on transport, pharmacies, hospitals, and accommodations.  
* [[Offsite Meetups 2026|'''We are now starting to update the Offsite Meetups page.''' Check out the directions on how to add a meetup.]]<br><br>
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* '''Most morning workshops are at at capacity!''' However, we are still accepting RSVPs for the [https://digitalrights.formstack.com/forms/desayuno_latino_americano Latin American Breakfast.]<br><br>
* '''The [https://docs.google.com/document/d/12hT-Ho6M495b5Ld2_6kAtwDWS17g-sZI/edit 2026 Travel and Safety Guide]''' has physical and digital security advice for participants.<br><br>
* '''If you wish to report a code of conduct violation,''' you can report on the following Signal number: +1 (347) 646-0379 or by emailing [email protected].<br><br>
* '''If you are having a medical emergency,''' you can call 112 or go directly to the nearest hospital. [https://www2.gov.pt/en-GB/cidadaos-europeus-viajar-viver-e-fazer-negocios-em-portugal/cuidados-de-saude-em-portugal/contactos-de-emergencia-em-portugal Check out this list of Hospitals in Portugal.]
** Note that Portugal also has a Healthline (known as SNS 24) that can be used to obtain general medical advice regarding minor issues - call them at +351 808 24 24 24. If you are calling and experience connectivity issues, you can also [https://www.sns24.gov.pt/ visit sns24.gov.pt] for online services or to access support via the MySNS app. <br><br>
* '''Before you arrive in Portugal''' review the  [https://wiki.digitalrights.community/Security_Policy Security Policy], [https://wiki.digitalrights.community/Code_of_Conduct Code of Conduct,] and [[Global Gathering Health Policy|Health Policy]].<br><br></div>
 
== Tools & Resources ==
<div class="responsive-image">[[File:Gathering Defenders.png|right|frameless|230x230px]]</div>
<big>'''📌'''</big> '''Checkout our [[Hotels and Transportation|hotels and transportation options]]''' guide, which covers traveling to Estoril from multiple locations, including the airport.
 
<big>'''📌'''</big> Our '''[[Navigating Estoril]]''' guide has a list of pharmacies, hospitals, ATMs and banks near the venue, as well as an interactive map with recommended restaurants, services, and landmarks.
 
<big>'''📌'''</big> The '''[[Navigating Portugal]]''' guide has useful terms and practical tips for getting around (such as how to order specific types of coffee), recommended day trips from Estoril, and an overview of the digital rights ecosystem.


'''[[Navigating Estoril|<big>Navigating Estoril</big>]]'''<br>Information on how to order food, day trips from Estoril, locations of ATMs and banks, how to order different types of coffee, and even info on bike shares. There is also an interactive map''',''' created by staff, that has points of interest marked.
== Partners ==
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File:Calyx logo26.png|link=https://calyxinstitute.org/
File:Faulac logo26.png|link=https://es.faulac.org/
File:Apc logo26.png|link=https://www.apc.org
File:Numun logo26.png|link=https://numun.fund/
File:Greenhost_logo26.png|link=https://greenhost.net/
File:Access logo26.png|link=https://www.accessnow.org/
File:Amnesty logo26.png|link=https://www.amnesty.org/en/tech/
File:Tor logo26.png|link=https://www.torproject.org/
File:Resident_logo26.png|link=https://resident.ngo/
File:Guardian_logo26.png|link=https://guardianproject.info/
File:Air_logo26.png|link=https://air.ms/
File:Ok_logo26.png|link=https://okthanks.com/
File:Drf_logo26.png|link=https://digitalrightsfoundation.pk/
File:Otf_logo26.png|link=http://www.opentech.fund/
File:DdP_logo26.png|link=https://www.digitaldefenders.org/
File:Eff_logo26.png|link=https://www.eff.org/
File:Luminate_logo26.png|link=https://luminategroup.com/en
File:Ford logo26.png|link=https://www.fordfoundation.org/
</gallery>

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Gathering defenders at the intersection of technology and rights

The Global Gathering brings together groups from around 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.

📌 Need emergency support when traveling? You can contact Team CommUNITY’s Signal Phone Number +1 (914) 267-3035.

📌 Questions about the event? Email us at [email protected] if you have questions.


Global Gathering 2026 Programming at a Glance

Sept. 3 Times Sept. 4 Sept. 5 Sept 6
Pre-Registration is from

16:00 - 20:00

9:00 - 12:00 Satellite Events and Workshops Satellite Events and Workshops Satellite Events and Workshops
9:00 - 12:00 Wellbeing Morning Activities

Catalyst Coaching Group 🪴

Wellbeing Morning Activities

Sound Bath Grounding 🌿

Wellbeing Morning Activities

GG 5K Run / Walk 🏃🏽‍♀️🏃🏽‍♀️

12:00 - 13:00 Regional Meetups Networking Hour and Featured Meetups Networking Hour and Featured Meetups
13:00 - 18:00 Circles, Villages, and Booths Circles, Villages, and Booths Circles, Villages, and Booths
18:00 - 21:00 The Digital Rights Drag Show & DJ Boom Boom Boom The Calyx Karaoke Extravaganza Closing Party! with DJ Manez!

Detailed Agenda by Day

September 4 September 5 September 6

Updates

🌱 Did you know that participants represent over 120+ countries, with 51% of attendees living in the Global Majority, and 54% identifying as women or gender non-conforming

Tools & Resources

📌 Checkout our hotels and transportation options guide, which covers traveling to Estoril from multiple locations, including the airport.

📌 Our Navigating Estoril guide has a list of pharmacies, hospitals, ATMs and banks near the venue, as well as an interactive map with recommended restaurants, services, and landmarks.

📌 The Navigating Portugal guide has useful terms and practical tips for getting around (such as how to order specific types of coffee), recommended day trips from Estoril, and an overview of the digital rights ecosystem.

Partners

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