2026 Global Gathering Programming
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 a visa or emergency travel support? Contact us on the following Signal number: +1 (914) 267-3035
📌 Questions about the event or any process? Email us at [email protected] if you have questions.
Global Gathering 2026 Programming @ a Glance
| Sept. 3 | Times | Sept. 4 | Sept. 5 | Sept 6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Registration will run from
16:00 - 20:00 |
9:00 - 12:00 | Satellite Events and Workshops | Satellite Events and Workshops | Satellite Events and Workshops |
To see a list of available workshops and RSVP, please visit the detailed agenda of each day. | ||||
| 9:00 - 12:00 | Wellbeing Morning Activities | Wellbeing Morning Activities | 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! | |
Detailed Agenda by Day
| September 4 | September 5 | September 6 |
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Updates
*If you are interested in attending any of the morning workshops, you must register for them before you arrive in Portugal. Check out the detailed agenda of each page, to see what workshops are available.
- The 2026 Travel and Safety Guide has physical and digital security advice for participants.
- 📌 If you need extra security guidance, especially if you come from a high-risk country or region, contact TCU's Security Team’s Signal number: +44 7388 469193.
- 📌 If you need extra security guidance, especially if you come from a high-risk country or region, contact TCU's Security Team’s Signal number: +44 7388 469193.
- Need emergency support when traveling? You can contact Team CommUNITY’s Signal Phone Number +1 (914) 267-3035.
- 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].
- If you are having a medical emergency, you can call 112 or go directly to the nearest hospital. 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. Note: If you are calling and experience connectivity issues, you can also visit sns24.gov.pt for online services or to access support via the MySNS app.
- Before you arrive in Portugal review the Security Policy, Code of Conduct, and Health Policy.
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.
