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.
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.
Diversity Scholarships
Epic Diversity Sponsor - £5000
- Logo, link, and top placement on the diversity sponsorship page
- Thank you tweet on receipt of funds
- Thank you tweet after conference
- 3 passes to pre-conference scholarship awardee dinner
Grand Diversity Sponsor - £3000
- Logo and link on the diversity sponsorship page
- Thank you tweet on receipt of funds
- Thank you tweet after conference
- 2 passes to pre-conference scholarship awardee dinner
Noble Diversity Sponsor - £2000
- Link on the diversity sponsorship page
- Thank you tweet on receipt of funds
- Thank you tweet after conference
Valorous Diversity Sponsor - £1000
- Link on the diversity sponsorship page
- Thank you tweet on receipt of funds
- Thank you tweet after conference
Questions, Comments, Information
Please feel free to contact us at diversity@golanguk.com and a member of our organising team will get back to you.