Global Gathering 2024

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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 for three days of collaboration building, knowledge sharing, brainstorming, and rejuvenation.

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, project showcases, and much 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.

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Apply to Join the Global Gathering

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!

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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!

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We Can Help You with your Satellite Event? Contact us!

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! There are many benefits and services we can offer.


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Global Gathering 2024 Program

This year, ONLY ONCE your application to attend the GG has been approved, you will be able to propose an an activity such as a meetup, session or workshop. The call for proposal will published in the next few weeks. In the meantime, check out last year's agenda to get an idea of issues and activities usually covered: Global Gathering 2023

Visa and Equity Fund Support

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

  • Obtaining a visa for Portugal;
  • The ongoing support TCU can offer for your visa process;
  • How to apply for Equity Fund support, which covers the travel costs for individuals from low-resourced, at-risk communities. .

Planning Your Trip & Navigating Estoril

We have created two pages that will help you with a number of tasks before you arrive.

The Planning Your Trip page provides information on:

  • Recommended hotels in the area
  • The various ways you can get to Estoril from the airport (public transportation, taxis, etc)
  • Healthcare info including pharmacies and hospitals

The Navigating Estoril page provides information on:

  • Recommended day trips around Estoril
  • How to order different types of coffees
  • How to order different types of beers
  • ATMS & Banks locations near the venue
  • Public Transportation general information

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: