Global Gathering 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Global Gathering!

When: September 27, 28, 29

Where: Estoril, Portugal

The Global Gathering (GG) brings together digital rights networks from around the world or three days of collaboration building, knowledge sharing, brainstorming, and rejuvenation. Ultimately, this helps improve the solutions and strategies addressing the most acute challenges arising at the intersection of human rights, social justice and technology.

The 2024 programmatic themes are Ecosystem Wellbeing; Circumvention Technologies; Security, Threats, and Risks; and Digital Rights 2050. Event activities focus on enhancing networking and collaborative discussions through meetups, workshops, opportunities to demo and showcase projects, and more.

The 2024 edition will double in size from the 2023 event to around 900-1,000 participants, part of Team CommUNITY’s three-year plan to grow the event in a safe, secure and sustainable way to the size and scope achieved pre-pandemic.

How to Apply to Join the Global Gathering

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Head over to the Global Gathering ticketing platform where you will be able to apply for the Global Gathering, view your application status, update your profile, and request Equity Fund support.

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 [email protected] for more information.

We want to thank the following partners and sponsors who have already confirmed their support for 2024!

Interested in Hosting a Satellite Event? We Can Help!

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 [email protected] if you are interested in hosting a satellite event so we can offer support and answer any questions. 

Global Gathering 2024 Program & Design

Stay tuned! We are still updating the Global Gathering program and design. However, if you want to get an idea of the topics and activities, check out last year's agenda: Global Gathering 2023

Note: This year, ONCE your application has been approved, you will be able to propose an an activity such as a meetup, session or workshop. Our goal is to give participants more control over their experience.

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 & Navigating Estoril

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

• How to get to Estoril from the airport
• Booking your 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

Global Gathering FAQ, Ask-Me-Anything & more

We are building this section! In the meantime, take a look at:

• The 2024 Global Gathering Frequently Asked Questions and Answers (FAQ)
• The resources and questions asked for the Global Gathering 2023