25NTC scholarship and volunteering application

To make the NTC more accessible, we offer both scholarships and volunteer opportunities. Spots are limited, so early applications are encouraged. You can apply for a scholarship, a volunteer position, or both – all in this one form. Scholarships are available for either the in-person event in Balitmore or the virtual NTC experience, while volunteer opportunities are in Baltimore only.

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As part of our commitment to equity and liberation, we work to ensure our programs and events include a diversity of voices and perspectives, and are as accessible as possible. We encourage people to apply who identify as Black, Indigenous, or other people of color, as well as those who are gender nonconforming, disabled, LGBTQIA+, or from other historically marginalized communities.
Do you want to attend in Baltimore or virtually?*
What do you want to apply for?*
You may select one or both options for the in-Baltimore NTC experience. If you select both and you’re not awarded a scholarship, you’ll automatically be considered for a volunteering position (remember, volunteers must commit to eight hours of service).

Joe Baker Fund scholarship qualification check

Each year, NTEN awards five Joe Baker Fund scholarships that offer more comprehensive support than our standard scholarships. Unlike regular scholarships, the Joe Baker Fund covers conference registration, hotel accommodations, and flights. Named in honor of Joe Baker, former NTEN president and human rights advocate who passed in 2023, this scholarship is dedicated to digital activists at human rights organizations. The Fund continues Joe’s legacy of championing human rights and social impact. The following questions check your eligibility for the Joe Baker scholarship. If you work in advancing human rights and are interested in applying for the scholarship, you can proceed. If not, you can skip to the general NTC scholarships and volunteer form ahead. Learn more about the Joe Baker Fund.
Do you wish to apply for the Joe Baker Fund?*
Working in human rights is required to qualify for a Joe Baker Fund scholarship.
Do you work in human rights?*
Working in human rights is required to qualify for a Joe Baker Fund scholarship.
Are you in a digital advocacy role?*
Working in a digital advocacy role is required to qualify for a Joe Baker Fund scholarship. The role can be loosely defined and does not need to be reflected in your job title.
Tell us about any human rights and digital advocacy initiatives, programs, or work you have done.
❌ You're not qualified for a Joe Baker Fund scholarship. However, keep filling out the rest of the application for an NTC scholarship. If you're awarded an NTC scholarship, it will cover registration, but not other expenses.
🙂 You may be qualified for the Joe Baker Fund scholarship! Keep filling out the application. If you're awarded a Joe Baker Fund scholarship, you will receive in-Baltimore NTC registration, flights, and hotel. These expenses must be booked through NTEN and are not reimbursed. If you don't receive a Joe Baker Fund scholarship, we'll consider you for one of the NTC scholarships, which cover registration only.

Scholarship questions

How would you categorize your organization?*

What is your organization’s budget?*

Scholarship terms

You must check each box to acknowledge that you understand these terms that apply if you receive a scholarship.
What's covered*
If awarded, an NTC scholarship will cover conference registration only. A Joe Baker Fund scholarship will cover registration, flights, and hotel, which must be booked through NTEN.
Deadline to accept*
If I’m awarded a scholarship I cannot accept, I must notify NTEN no later than March 3, 2024 for an in-person scholarship or March 28, 2024 for a virtual scholarship. Failing to notify NTEN by these deadlines may jeopardize my chance to receive future scholarships.
Change and cancellation policy*
I have read and accept the change and cancellation policy, including that scholarship registrations cannot be transferred and requests to switch from a virtual to in-person registration or vice versa may not be possible or permitted.

Volunteering questions

Are you an NTEN member?*
We give priority to NTEN members for volunteer slots. If you are a member, you will be able to log in to your NTEN account and view your membership status under Account Settings.
Have you previously volunteered at an NTC?*
We want to give you a role that fits your strengths and comfort zone. Roles may include standing for several hours, sitting for several hours, lifting and carrying materials (up to 25 pounds), helping people find their way, badge pickup, supporting affinity groups such as birds of a feather, and being a room monitor. Describe what you are not able or willing to do.
What times are you not available?*
Mark all the times that you absolutely cannot volunteer. We give priority to people who have availability throughout most of the conference. Times are approximate. Shifts may be at slightly different times or lengths based on the volunteer role you’re assigned. Shifts will conflict with sessions, meals, and other activities.
Provide the name and phone number of an emergency contact who can be reached during the NTC.

Volunteering terms

You must check each box to acknowledge that you understand these terms that apply if you’re selected as a volunteer.
Selection*
Applying for a volunteer position does not guarantee that I will be selected.
Volunteer obligations*
I must commit to volunteering for eight hours during the NTC. Most shifts are one to four hours long. Shifts will conflict with sessions, meals, and other activities. I will not be able to participate in conference activities that conflict with my volunteer shifts.
Registration*
If selected to volunteer, I will register myself for the NTC at the discounted volunteer registration rate of $100.
Change and cancellation policy*
I have read and accept the change and cancellation policy, including that volunteer registrations cannot be transferred, are only for in Baltimore, and cannot be switched to virtual.