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'''Where:''' Estoril, Portugal
'''Where:''' Estoril, Portugal


'''Deadline to apply:''' We are extending it from April 15 to April 30!
'''Deadline to apply:''' Extended to April 30


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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 Global Gathering (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! '''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.
==[[Submitting a Proposal|Global Gathering Program]] ==
[[File:GG2024 proposals.png|right|220x220px]]
'''Deadline for Submissions:''' May 30, 2024
 
'''This year we are giving participants the opportunity to host two types of activities - Circles and Booths -''' that address one of the 2024 event’s four tracks''':''' Ecosystem Wellbeing; Circumvention Technologies; Security, Threats and Risks; and Digital Rights 2050. The format of this year’s activities was chosen to enhance creativity and inspire an authentic exchange of ideas.
 
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And stay tuned to hear about the Global Gathering Job Fair! The Job Fair will bring together diverse digital rights organizations who are actively hiring at the Global Gathering and complement TCU’s popular, year-round [https://www.digitalrights.community/job-board Job Board] The Global Gathering format is co-designed with our global community - representative of different disciplines, backgrounds and regions - who value collaborative, bottom-up, and joyful approaches.  


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! 
'''Date TBD: [[AMA on How to Submit a Proposal for GG 2024]]'''
Join this chat based Q&A session where we will answer all your questions regarding 
@ This year’s themes
@ The difference between a Booth and Circle
@ What makes a good proposal
-------
Location and time will also be provided soon.


'''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.
==Ticketing Platform==
[[File:Ticket bigger GG 2024.png|right|frameless|150x150px]]


== How to Apply to the Global Gathering ==
Head over to the [https://gathering.digitalrights.community/ Global Gathering ticketing platform] where you will be able to apply to view your:
[[File:2024 Global Gathering Apply.png|left|frameless|239x239px]]
Head over to the [https://gathering.digitalrights.community/ 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. 
Remember to apply as soon as possible! We expect a high demand this year! 
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* View your ticket and program proposal application status
* Update your profile
* and much more!
==Partners and Satellite Events==
==Partners and Satellite Events==
[[File:2024 Global Gathering Satellite Event.png|right|frameless|182x182px|satellite]]'''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 for more information.  
[[File:2024 Global Gathering Satellite Event.png|right|frameless|182x182px|satellite]]'''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 for more information.  
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|'''Are you thinking of hosting a satellite event''' like a team retreat, coalition meeting, or workshop? Reach out to us to learn what services and support we can provide. Email [mailto:gather@digitalrights.community gather@digitalrights.community]
|'''Are you thinking of hosting a satellite event''' like a team retreat, coalition meeting, or workshop? Reach out to us to learn what services and support we can provide. Email [mailto:gather@digitalrights.community gather@digitalrights.community]
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==[[Submitting a Proposal|Global Gathering Agenda & Activities]]==
[[File:GG.png|right|150x150px]]
The Global Gathering format is co-designed with our global community - representative of different disciplines, backgrounds and regions - who value collaborative, bottom-up, and joyful approaches. This year we are giving participants the opportunity to host two types of activities - Circles and Booths - that address one of the 2024 event’s four tracks: Ecosystem Wellbeing; Circumvention Technologies; Security, Threats and Risks; and Digital Rights 2050. The format of this year’s activities was chosen to enhance creativity and inspire an authentic exchange of ideas.
'''Deadline for Submissions:''' May 30, 2024
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And stay tuned to hear about the Global Gathering Job Fair! The Job Fair will bring together diverse digital rights organizations who are actively hiring at the Global Gathering and complement TCU’s popular, year-round [https://www.digitalrights.community/job-board Job Board].


==Visa and Equity Fund Support==
==Visa and Equity Fund Support==
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*Obtaining a visa for Portugal;
*Obtaining a visa for Portugal;
*The ongoing support TCU can offer for your visa process; and
*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. Equity Fund applications close on April 15.
''//Note: Equity Fund applications closed on April 15. However, we are still providing visa support.//''


==Planning Your Trip & Navigating Estoril==
==Planning Your Trip & Navigating Estoril==
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*Recommended day trips around Estoril;
*Recommended day trips around Estoril;
* ATMS & Banks locations near the venue;
*ATMS & Banks locations near the venue;
*Public Transportation general information; and
*Public Transportation general information; and
*Some Portuguese language tips.
*Some Portuguese language tips.


==Health, Safety & Security Policies==
==Health, Safety & Security Policies ==
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==Global Gathering FAQ, Ask-Me-Anything & more==
==Global Gathering FAQ, Ask-Me-Anything & more==
We are building this section! In the meantime, take a look at:
We are building this section! In the meantime, take a look at:  


*The [[2024 Global Gathering Frequently Asked Questions and Answers]] (FAQ)
*The [[2024 Global Gathering Frequently Asked Questions and Answers]] (FAQ)
*The [[Global Gathering FAQ|resources and questions asked for the Global Gathering 2023]]
*The [[Global Gathering FAQ|resources and questions asked for the Global Gathering 2023]]

Revision as of 21:18, 29 April 2024

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Welcome to the 2024 Global Gathering!

When: September 27, 28, 29

Where: Estoril, Portugal

Deadline to apply: Extended to April 30

Apply for a Ticket Now!

The Global Gathering (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! 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.

Global Gathering Program

GG2024 proposals.png

Deadline for Submissions: May 30, 2024

This year we are giving participants the opportunity to host two types of activities - Circles and Booths - that address one of the 2024 event’s four tracks: Ecosystem Wellbeing; Circumvention Technologies; Security, Threats and Risks; and Digital Rights 2050. The format of this year’s activities was chosen to enhance creativity and inspire an authentic exchange of ideas.

Submit a Proposal!

And stay tuned to hear about the Global Gathering Job Fair! The Job Fair will bring together diverse digital rights organizations who are actively hiring at the Global Gathering and complement TCU’s popular, year-round Job Board The Global Gathering format is co-designed with our global community - representative of different disciplines, backgrounds and regions - who value collaborative, bottom-up, and joyful approaches.

Date TBD: AMA on How to Submit a Proposal for GG 2024
Join this chat based Q&A session where we will answer all your questions regarding  
@ This year’s themes 
@ The difference between a Booth and Circle 
@ What makes a good proposal
-------
Location and time will also be provided soon.

Ticketing Platform

Ticket bigger GG 2024.png

Head over to the Global Gathering ticketing platform where you will be able to apply to view your:

  • View your ticket and program proposal application status
  • Update your profile
  • and much more!

Partners and Satellite Events

satellite

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 for more information.

Are you thinking of hosting a satellite event like a team retreat, coalition meeting, or workshop? Reach out to us to learn what services and support we can provide. Email gather@digitalrights.community

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

Visa and Equity Fund Support

Visa Support at the GG.png

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;

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

Planning Your Trip & Navigating Estoril

GG (2).png

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); and
  • Healthcare info including pharmacies and hospitals

The Navigating Estoril page provides information on:

  • Recommended day trips around Estoril;
  • ATMS & Banks locations near the venue;
  • Public Transportation general information; and
  • Some Portuguese language tips.

Health, Safety & Security Policies

Health icon.png
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: