[GOAL] Applications to Attend OpenCon 2017 in Berlin Now Open!

[Nick Shockey]

Applications to attend OpenCon 2017 on November 11-13 in Berlin, Germany
are now open! Most of those who are invited to attend will receive full or
partial travel funding, if needed.

OpenCon brings together early career researchers, librarians, and students
from around the world to connect and empower the next generation of leaders
to open up research and education in their communities. Past conferences
have featured presentations from established figures such as Jimmy Wales
(cofounder of Wikipedia) and Julia Reda (member of the European Parliament)
alongside those from early career leaders.

*Apply to attend OpenCon at http://www.opencon2017.org/apply
<http://www.opencon2017.org/apply>*

The benefits of applying for OpenCon 2017 extend far beyond attending the
Berlin event—those who apply will have the opportunity to get connected
with new collaborators, learn about scholarships to attend related
conferences, and actively participate in a larger community.  Applications
will remain open until August 1st. Attendance at OpenCon is by application
only.

*Students and early career academic professionals of all experience levels
are encouraged to apply.* OpenCon seeks to support those who have ideas for
new projects and initiatives in addition to those who are already leading
them. The most important criteria is an interest in advancing Open Access,
Open Education, and Open Data and a commitment to taking action. Learn more
about the types of projects OpenCon community members are working on and
the impact they are having through the recently released OpenCon Community
Report <http://www.opencon2017.org/community_report>.

OpenCon is also looking for partners to host satellite events—meetings that
combine themes from the global conference with local presentations,
workshops, and discussions to advance the conversation around Open in your
local community. In 2016, there were 28 OpenCon satellite events in twenty
countries—all thanks to our incredible hosts
<http://www.opencon2017.org/satellite_hosts>, who included students,
scientists, librarians, researchers, and advocates from around the world
who are working hard to increase action around Open Access, Open Data, and
Open Education. To express interest in hosting your own satellite event and
get more information, visit http://www.opencon2017.org/satellite

The meeting in Berlin serves as the centerpiece of a much larger network to
foster initiatives and collaboration among the next generation across
OpenCon’s issue areas. OpenCon invites you to become an active part of the
community by joining the discussion list, tuning in for monthly community
calls and webcasts, or hosting an OpenCon satellite event in your
community. Learn more at http://www.opencon2017.org/community

*More information available
at http://www.opencon2017.org/2017_applications_open
<http://www.opencon2017.org/2017_applications_open>*


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Nick Shockey
Director of Programs & Engagement, SPARC
Director, Right to Research Coalition
Phone: +1 202 296 2296
Skype: nick.shockey
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