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 to strengthen human connections and knowledge-share, and improve the solutions and strategies addressing the most acute challenges arising at the intersection of human rights, social justice and technology.

The event will provide digital rights defenders and their allies a space to network, share knowledge, collectively brainstorm, and rejuvenate. Event activities will focus on enhancing networking and collaborative discussions through meetups, workshops, opportunities to demo and showcase projects, and more.

2024 programmatic themes include: Ecosystem Wellbeing; Circumvention Technologies; Security, Threats, and Risks; and Digital Rights 2050.

The 2024 edition will double in size from the 2023 event to around 900-1,000 participants. This is 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.

Apply to Join the Global Gathering!

On the Global Gathering platform 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 gather@digitalrights.community

We want to thank the following partners and sponsors for their support in our three year vision to launch the global gathering:

Satellite Events

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 gather@digitalrights.community if you are interested in hosting a satellite event so we can offer support and answer any questions.