vGHC EMEA FAQs and Policies

The Virtual Grace Hopper Celebration EMEA (vGHC EMEA) is May 25-27, 2021. AnitaB.org is planning our first-ever Virtual Grace Hopper Celebration (vGHC) in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region. Please join us in propelling tech equity for all women!

Much like our signature Grace Hopper Celebration, vGHC EMEA will feature keynotes, dozens of sessions and workshops, peer networking, and a Sponsor Hall.

Check one's inbox for an an email with the subject line "vGHC EMEA 2021: Join Event Now." Click the Join Event button and one will be automatically logged in and taken to vGHC EMEA 2021 event on Bizzabo. If one cannot find this email, please contact vGHCEMEA@AnitaB.org.

Check one's inbox for an email with the subject line "vGHC EMEA 2021: Verify Your Hopin Account!" (screenshot below). Click the Join Event Button and one will be automatically logged in and taken to the Hopin lobby. If one cannot find this email, please contact vGHCEMEA@AnitaB.org.

The agenda will be posted on this page when available.

vGHC EMEA will included a virtual Sponsor Hall featuring company booths hosted by our Sponsors. Sponsors and attendees can also schedule appointments and set up 1:1 informational meetings to make connections and further explore career possibilities. Attendees who are seeking employment will be able to create a profile in this adjacent virtual space, include a resume or portfolio, and visit employer booths to research open positions.

It is highly recommended to follow AnitaB.org on our social channels like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn. Those interested may also browse through the website for regular updates on our events, timelines, announcements and programs.

We are not offering a mobile app in conjunction with the online experience this year.

vGHC EMEA or Virtual Grace Hopper Celebration EMEA will provide the opportunity to make connections, learn, and have an immersive technical experience. Read about this on our website.

The only thing needed is a stable internet connection.

Attendance is limited to registered attendees only. Guests and anyone under the age of 18 are not allowed into any session, Sponsor Hall, or activity.

To respect the privacy of all vGHC EMEA registrants, we do not divulge or share registration information. There will be many ways in which to network with other registrants during the event.

Yes, vGHC EMEA is inclusive and welcoming of all.

Session pre-registration will not be available. There are some sessions that may have a limited capacity, therefore, the attendance for these sessions will be on a first come/first serve basis.

vGHC EMEA offers a very immersive and exciting line up of tracks, sessions, and speakers across all four-days. We highly recommend that attendees use a calendar and block off time after viewing the agenda so a session is not missed.

Please contact vGHCEMEA@AnitaB.org for any assistance.

Registration will be opening soon. Click here for information on registration.

No discounts are available for AnitaB.org Premium Members.

Payment is accepted by Debit and Credit Card: Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express. Unfortunately, we do not accept payment by Corporate Cheque nor Wire Transfer. Cash payments are not accepted.

Yes, students have the benefit of purchasing the vGHC EMEA passes at a discounted rate of €129.00 or $153.00 plus applicable taxes. To be eligible for a discount, students will need to upload a copy of an ID from the present institution where the student is studying or an attestation letter/certificate from that department or institution head.

A ticket for vGHC EMEA includes access to all sessions.

Registration fees help support the work that AnitaB.org drives throughout the entire year, including Community involvement, Policy & Engagement, our new free webinar series, as well as our vGHC EMEA event and countless other activations to support women in technology.

Once an attendee has registered for the event, an email will be sent with all the details needed to access the event.

The ticket once purchased is non-transferable after May 12, 2021.

Refunds will be provided only within the following framework:
- Cancellation on or before April 26, 2021 = 100%
- Cancellation between April 27, 2021 and May 12, 2021 = 50%
- Cancellation after May 12, 2021 or no participation, no show or no login = 0%

Refunds shall be made only to the 'Source of funds’ used while registering for the event. Refunds to source reflect within 30 to 45 working days after a request for refund is approved. No cash refunds will be provided under any circumstances. Complete this form for refund requests.

A ticket for vGHC EMEA includes all days of the Celebration and there are no refunds, exchanges or transfers if particular days cannot be attended.

Registrations cannot be shared or split with others. It is a for the individual who registered.

We are offering Student Scholarships. Please click here for eligibility criteria and to apply.

Free registration to attend vGHC EMEA and 1 year complimentary AnitaB.org Premium Membership.

Women students (university and boot camp) - over the age of 18 years.

View eligibility requirements and submit the online application for consideration. Those selected will be notified directly. View additional information here.

The AnitaB.org EMEA Team will stay in touch with the students who have received the scholarship and walk Scholars through every step via emails and additional communication as needed.

People from anywhere in the world have the opportunity to purchase registrations to attend vGHC EMEA, which provides Sponsors with an opportunity to reach an even wider audience than our in-person event.

Sponsors participate in all days of the event. Sponsors will staff virtual booths in the Sponsor Hall.

Sponsors will be able to host information sessions online and create opportunities for attendees to informally meet with recruiters and network with peers.

All sponsors will have booths in the virtual Sponsor Hall which attendees will be able to visit. Attendees will be able to interact with booth staff, ask questions and learn more about the sponsor organizations.

Sponsor organizations will be able to talk about the company cultures, share open positions, advancement opportunities, and schedule 1:1 meetings or interview candidates if desired.

Yes, all sponsorship levels receive the ability to post jobs. The sponsorship level determines how many job postings an organization will receive:

- Founding Sponsors = 10 job posts
- Platinum Sponsors = 5 job posts
- Gold Sponsors = 3 job posts
- Silver Sponsors = 2 job posts
- Bronze Sponsors = 1 job post

Any use of the logo, or co-branding with the Celebration, must be approved in advance by AnitaB.org. Please email requests to vGHCEMEA@AnitaB.org.

AnitaB.org does not own the rights to Grace’s likeness and cannot share any images or designs with third parties. Organizations will need to make arrangements with the Hopper estate to receive permission. For permission to use the Grace Hopper Celebration logo or the name of the event, please email requests to vGHCEMEA@AnitaB.org.

AnitaB.org does not vet the information supplied by attendees beyond that which is required by law, so we cannot guarantee the quality or quantity of available candidates.

vGHC EMEA will included a virtual Sponsor Hall featuring company booths hosted by our Sponsors. The Sponsor Hall is an online “expo” experience where sponsoring companies host “booths," where valuable information will be shared.

vGHC EMEA attendees can learn about the companies who are supporting women technologists, some of which may be hiring. Sponsors and attendees can schedule appointments and set up 1:1 informational meetings to make connections and further explore career possibilities.

Yes, the Sponsor Hall will be open May 25-27.

Networking sessions are live, interactive sessions hosted on virtual meeting platforms that will allow attendees to network with one another and with representatives from companies sponsoring the networking session. The Sponsor Hall is an online “expo” experience where sponsoring companies host “booths” sharing information about one's company.

Yes, all attendees can upload resumes using a platform called Career Fair Plus.

Attendees who are seeking employment will be able to upload a resume, and visit employer booths to research open positions, which could include online video interviews with prospective employers during the event.

AnitaB.org understands that some Sponsors may provide work visas, but some do not. We will do our best to provide relevant information when attendees are scheduling meetings to determine which Sponsors can/cannot provide work visas.

While we will do our best to work with Sponsors in creating an amazing experience for our attendees, we are not responsible for No Shows.

Last Updated: April 1, 2021

Refunds will be provided by refund request document provided by AnitaB.org or its subsidiaries.

Refunds shall be made only to the 'Source of funds’ used while registering for the event. Refunds to source reflect within 30 to 45 working days after a request for refund is approved. No cash refunds will be provided under any circumstances.

AnitaB.org will have full power in any matter of interpretation, amendment, and/or enforcement of these Terms and Conditions. We reserve the right to change our terms and conditions without notice.

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All Event sessions and networking events require a valid proof of ticket purchase for admission. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, persons under the age of 18 are not allowed at Events or Sub-events.

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Recordings by a Participant of any kind are prohibited without prior written consent of the Participant being recorded. Participants may not capture or use the materials presented in any meeting/session room or in session notes on display without written permission. Individuals not complying with these requirements will be asked to surrender their recording media and may be asked to leave the event.

Payment is accepted by Debit and Credit Card only- Visa, MasterCard, or American Express. Unfortunately, we do not accept payment by Corporate Cheque nor Wire Transfer. Fees, taxes, exchange rates etc. might apply and will be shown and added at check-out. Cash payments are not accepted.