Global Gathering 2024

Welcome to the 2024 Global Gathering!

When: September 27, 28, 29

Where: Estoril, Portugal

The 2024 edition of the Global Gathering (GG) will double in size from the 2023 event to around 1,000-1,300 participants, part of Team CommUNITY’s three-year plan to grow the event in a safe, secure and sustainable way.

GG brings together digital rights networks from around the world for three days of collaboration building, knowledge sharing, brainstorming, and rejuvenation. Event activities focus on enhancing networking, and collaborative discussions through meetups, workshops, project showcases, and much more

Check out the Global Gathering Agenda!

Planning Your Trip & Navigating Estoril

Review the 2024 Travel and Safety Advice
We have compiled a great document with travel, safety and security advice to ensure you are safe and secure before, during, and after your participation in 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!
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Planning Your Trip
Learn about recommended hotels in the area, how you can get to Estoril from the airport, as well as hospitals, pharmacies and other healthcare information.

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Navigating Estoril
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!

Global Gathering Platform

Head over to the Global Gathering Platform where you will be able to log in and:

• View your Global Gathering application status;
• Submit proposals for programming at the Global Gathering; and
• Update your Global Gathering application and proposal submissions.
  

Partners and Satellite Events

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 us to learn what services and support we can provide. Email gather@digitalrights.community. We can also help if you are hosting a satellite event - team retreat, coalition meeting, etc. -reach out!

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Equity Fund Sponsors

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Visa and Equity Fund Support

The Visa and Equity Fund Support page has all the information you need regarding:

• Obtaining a visa for Portugal; and
• Ongoing support TCU can offer during your visa process.

Note: Equity Fund requests closed on April 15. However, we are still providing visa support.

Health, Safety & Security Policies

Code of Conduct

Security Policy

COVID Policy

Global Gathering FAQ, Ask-Me-Anything & more

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

• 2024 Global Gathering Frequently Asked Questions and Answers (FAQ)
• Resources and FAQ for the 2023 Global Gathering