Devconnect Istanbul Scholars Program Announced

We are excited to announce the first Devconnect Scholars program!

The Devconnect Scholars program will provide financial support to attend to talented, values-driven individuals from communities that are currently geographically and demographically underrepresented in Ethereum. DevConnect in Istanbul November this year.

Apply for Program here Until July 23, 2023.

Why the program exists and program details

We believe that for Ethereum to be a resilient and thriving protocol for human coordination in the long term and for all humans, we need a more diverse set of perspectives representing different geographies and demographics.

Scholars are expected to bring their unique perspectives and experiences to the conversation at Devconnect to help shape the future of Ethereum. After Devconnect, they will apply what they have learned to their respective communities to push the boundaries of Ethereum.

Program Details

Devconnect scholars will receive financial support for transportation, accommodation, per diem, and visa applications. There will also be online and face-to-face meetings for scholars to get to know each other, learn, and prepare for the best experience in Istanbul.

Selection criteria

• We are looking for individuals with relevant experience and/or knowledge. Protocol development, web3 development, privacy, security, cryptoeconomics, UX and governance.
• Applicants must be members of communities currently underrepresented on Ethereum. We define underrepresented communities into two main categories:
  
  • geographical: Applicants from countries underrepresented in Ethereum and applicants from Turkey and neighboring countries.
  • demographic: Applicants who represent minority genders, ethnicities, or other demographic identities that are currently underrepresented on Ethereum.

• The individual You cannot attend Devconnect without financial support. You can apply.
• applicant You must be able to attend Devconnect from November 13-19.2023.
• applicant Must be able to communicate in English.
• The program requires: Commitment of approximately 2 hours per week From September to November 2023.
• Strong preference will be given to applicants who have not yet attended a large Ethereum conference (500+ people).

Apply or Recommend Now!

If you would like to become a Devconnect Scholar, please fill out the application. here. After reviewing the application, interviews will be conducted in early August for the final successful applicants.

If you know an individual who might be interested in the Devconnect Scholars program, please refer them using: this form.

Please contact devconnect-scholars@ethereum.org If you have any questions.

We look forward to hearing from you!