Diversity

Golang UK Conference is dedicated to improving diversity in the technology industry. Over the past few years, we've taken steps towards making Golang UK a welcoming and inclusive event for all attendees. Some of the changes we've implemented are:

2015 - Launched Golang UK Conference with Code of Conduct and inclusive call for papers process
2016 - Scholarship programme launch, results posted in September 2016

Golang UK Conference Scholarship Programme

Golang UK's scholarship program provides aide to members of underrepresented groups who may not otherwise be able to attend our conference for financial reasons.

Eligibility

Applicants should be a member of an underrepresented group in technology - women, minorities, LGBTQIA, people with disabilities, or other underrepresented groups - and be unable to attend without financial assistance.

If you are employed, and your employer is able to sponsor your travel, we can list them as a scholarship sponsor.

Mentors

Each scholarship awardee will be paired with a mentor to help familiarize the awardee with the conference. Anyone who is already attending the event can volunteer to be a mentor, just fill out the application form below.

How to Apply

To apply, please fill out the scholarship or mentorship application. All application info will be kept confidential. If you have any questions, please contact diversity@golanguk.com

Applications open: March 1, 2016
Applications close: August 1, 2016
Applicant notification: As soon as funds become available

Sponsorship

Individuals

We need your help! If you are interested in supporting the scholarship program as an individual, you may do so while registering for the conference.

OR Individual donations can be made by clicking the button below.

Donate here

Companies & Organisations

If you are interested in supporting the program as a company or non-registered individual, please contact diversity@golanguk.com. Donations of £1000 or greater will be offered a sponsorship package including logos and links back to your company or organisation website. Higher level sponsors have higher level placement on the page.