Company
Date Published
Author
Toya East
Word count
259
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

GitHub announced its 2019 GitHub Universe Inclusivity Scholarship Program to promote diversity and ensure accessibility at the GitHub Universe event held at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco from November 13-14. The program offers free tickets through partnerships with local nonprofits and meetup groups, as well as an Individual Inclusivity Scholarship Program, which covers only the cost of admission. Recipients are responsible for their travel and lodging expenses. Applications for the scholarship were open to individuals aged 18 or older until September 9, with notifications sent by September 16, requiring confirmation of attendance by September 20. The initiative reflects GitHub's commitment to creating a dynamic and inclusive event experience.