Big News for the AWS CSUG Community: Grab Your All Builders Welcome Grant for AWS re:Invent 2024!
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Hello AWS community members! Grab a seat and settle in because I have some sizzling gist for you that you simply cannot miss!
🎉 The moment many of you have been eagerly waiting for is here: the All Builders Welcome grant has been launched for AWS re:Invent 2024! 🎉 This grant is open to everyone, so feel free to share the grant page with your friends, colleagues, and anyone interested.
What is the All Builders Welcome Grant?
Imagine this: AWS, in its grand quest to build the next generation of tech leaders, is offering an opportunity that could be your golden ticket! The All Builders Welcome Grant is here to make your dreams come true. This grant targets underrepresented technologists in their first five years, helping them break financial barriers and attend AWS re:Invent, happening from December 2 — December 6, 2024, in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, NV. It’s a superb chance to learn, network, and grow.
What is AWS re:Invent?
AWS re:Invent is the grand stage where the future of cloud technology is unveiled. It’s a unique opportunity to learn from the industry’s best, explore cutting-edge AWS technologies, and network with like-minded professionals.
Why Should You Attend?
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newbie in the cloud world, AWS re:Invent has something spectacular for you:
- Learn from the Experts: AWS re:Invent showcases keynotes, breakout sessions, and workshops led by top AWS executives and tech gurus.
- Explore the Latest Technologies: Get hands-on experience with the newest AWS services and learn how they can revolutionize your business.
- Network with Your Peers: Meet fellow cloud professionals, share insights, and get your questions answered by AWS experts.
Let’s talk more about what’s Included in the Grant.
This grant covers everything you need to attend AWS re:Invent 2024. Here’s what’s in the package:
- Registration for AWS re:Invent 2024
- Airfare to Las Vegas, Nevada
- Hotel accommodations for the duration of the conference
Participants will enjoy four days of AWS re:Invent content and activities, including a welcome orientation, reserved seating in the keynotes, meetups, closing remarks with AWS leadership, and so much more!
Who is Eligible for the Grant?
To be eligible for the grant, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Be within the first 5 years of your technology career
- Identify as part of historically underrepresented groups in tech (e.g., Women, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino(a), Indigenous or Native People, Military Veterans, People with Disabilities, and/or LGBTQIA)
- Have faced barriers or disadvantages in your tech career due to discrimination actions against these groups
- Not have previously accepted a grant to an AWS event
- Not be an employee, intern, independent contractor, officer, director, legal or financial advisor of AWS or any of its parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, advisors, or advertising/promotion agencies
See Terms and Conditions for full eligibility requirements. If you are eligible, apply here for the grant.
Application Deadline
Applications for the All Builders Welcome Grant opened on July 9, 2024, at 9:00 am PST and will close on August 2, 2024, at 5:00 pm PST.
Notification of Grant Acceptance
Applicants will be notified in early September 2024.
AWS re:Invent 2024: A Must-Attend Event for Cloud Enthusiasts
If you are a cloud enthusiast or want to immerse yourself in the world of cloud computing, AWS re:Invent 2024 is your ultimate destination! AWS re:Invent is not just another tech event — it’s THE event, bringing together cloud enthusiasts from every corner of the globe.
What to Expect at AWS re:Invent 2024
AWS re:Invent 2024 will be held from December 2–6, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Expect a lineup of:
- Keynotes: Inspirational talks by AWS CEO Andy Jassy and other AWS leaders.
- Breakout Sessions: Dive deep into hundreds of sessions covering everything from cloud fundamentals to advanced architectures.
- Chalk Talks: Engage in informal discussions with AWS experts.
- Workshops: Participate in interactive workshops to sharpen your skills.
Cost of Attending AWS re:Invent
A full conference pass to AWS re:Invent costs $2,099 but guess what, you are in luck because you have the opportunity to get a grant 🤗
Conclusion
This is your chance to shine! Let’s seize this amazing opportunity and encourage everyone in our community to apply for the All Builders Welcome Grant. For those in West Africa, this is a fantastic time to join our User Group and be part of a supportive, forward-thinking community 👉Click Me. We’re excited about the potential for our members and can’t wait to see the incredible growth and innovation that will come from this initiative.
Apply today and let’s make the most of AWS re:Invent 2024 together!
So, what are you waiting for? Spread the news and also apply apply apply!!!!!!!!! 🚀🚀
Share the great news with us once you get the grant 🥰.
Talk to you soon! 🫂
Blessing Ogechi Nwojiji
Leader, AWS Cloud Security User Group West Africa.
