From e76a9c37df9ab6ae7861da7ccdacb35c0b44f321 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jake Balas Date: Sun, 18 May 2025 01:37:42 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 1/8] Add onsite volunteers page and links --- src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md | 11 ++ src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx | 127 +++++++++++++++++++++++ src/data/links.json | 8 ++ 3 files changed, 146 insertions(+) create mode 100644 src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md create mode 100644 src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx diff --git a/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md b/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md new file mode 100644 index 000000000..182d73b32 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md @@ -0,0 +1,11 @@ +--- +title: On-Site Volunteers +subtitle: Join Us +url: /volunteers +image: "./volunteers-2024.jpg" +--- + +EuroPython would be nothing without the smiley faces of our volunteers! +Check out our volunteering registration process & perks and, if you +are interested, help us deliver the oldest and longest running volunteer-led +Python programming conference on the planet! diff --git a/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx b/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx new file mode 100644 index 000000000..e2e44eea3 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,127 @@ +--- +title: Volunteers +subtitle: We need your help to make EuroPython 2025 a success! +--- + +# Volunteering@EuroPython + +Python owes much of its success to open source and the community surrounding it. In the same spirit, EuroPython is organized and run by volunteers from the Python community. Alas, we're only a few and need your help to make the show run as smoothly as possible. Each year we are joined by our awesome attendees as volunteers to help in running this wonderful conference. This page explains some of the ways you can help us. + +Being a volunteer means giving your time for free, without expecting anything back, just for the pleasure of being a part of this amazing conference. It's a great way to meet new people, learn new things, and have a lot of fun. You can volunteer for a few hours or for the whole conference, it's up to you. + +We will also have a small number of perks for you, some small gifts to say "thank you" for your time and for your help. + +# Things to remember + +* This is in person volunteering and would require you to be present at the venue. +* While we strive to make the conference accessible to everyone, we cannot provide travel or accommodation support to volunteers. +* To enter the conference you need a ticket. +* You are welcome to volunteer as much or as little as you want to. We appreciate any help you can give us. + +# Perks for volunteers + +* Get an awesome EuroPython Volunteer T-Shirt that you can keep and show off to your friends and a mention on the website to stay there forever :-) +* Be part of a great team and make new friends. +* A special group photo with all volunteers (time will be announced on the #onsite-volunteers on discord) + +# What Volunteering at EuroPython looks like + +As a part of EuroPython volunteers' fleet, you will be the face of the conference. Your prime directive will be to ensure everyone coming to the conference has a great time. +We want volunteers to be welcoming, helpful, collaborative, and overall making sure everyone (including yourself) is comfortable. +Despite the different tasks laid down below, volunteers represent a single unit. Sometimes this would mean that as a session chair you will be asked about where the quiet room is. We expect you to help this person out or point them to someone who can. + +We've put together an outline of some of the ways you can volunteer your time at the conference. + +## Registration Desk + +This is a very people-first position and will require spending a considerable time at the registration desk talking to attendees, along with carrying out the following activities: + +* Handing out registration badges +* Checking student IDs +* Answering general questions. + +We want to call out that volunteers at the registration desk will generally not be able to attend talks for the duration of the task. + +## T-Shirt Handout + +* Handing out the conference T-shirt +* This job involves standing and lifting light items. + +We want to call out that this job is located at the registration desk, and you will generally not be able to attend talks for the duration of the task. + +## Room Manager + +A room manager is responsible for ensuring everything in a room runs smoothly for the entirety of a slot. Some of the activities a room manager is expected to carry out involve: + +* Insuring people are seated before a talk, and the room is not overcrowded +* Making sure the session chair and speakers are in the room in time +* Keeping in touch with the AV team to ensure everything is in order +* Keeping the Code of Conduct (CoC) in mind and contact CoC committee members if needed + +We want to call out that room managers might not be able to attend or focus on talks for the duration of the task. + +## Session Chairing + +A session chair plays a key role in introducing talks and ensuring a seamless transition between talks scheduled during a slot. The activities that a session chair is expected to carry out include: + +* Helping speakers in preparing their computers for the talks +* Introducing the speakers to the audience +* Signalling time left to the speakers +* Making sure talks start and finish on time +* Moderating Q&A sessions, assisting with passing the microphones and read out questions from remote attendees + +## Setup/Teardown + +* Putting up signage in hallways for various provisions (Bathroom, Quiet Room, Childcare etc.) +* Also on the last day (Friday afternoon for the main conference, Sunday for the sprints) to clear up the venue afterward +* This job involves walking and carrying items, some of which may be heavy. + +## Greeter / Badge check + +* Checking attendees on the venue for badges. +* Send people to the registration desk if they don't have one and are not from the venue (e.g. AV team, catering, etc.). +* Report people that don't have badges and don't want to go to the registration desk. + +## Runners and Ad-hoc Activities + +There are always some tasks which we simply cannot plan beforehand. Based on what's needed in the moment, you can be expected to do one or more of the following (not an exhaustive list): + +* Checking rooms to ensure all the necessary resources are in place +* Helping out with Registration Desk duties, T-Shirt Handout, or Room Manager duties +* Moving chairs, tables, or poster walls +* Arranging transfers between venue and airport, etc. (Rarely) + +# How to sign up + +We are currently still working out the latest details for the volunteering program. (We are trying to get more perks enabled for your volunteering time). +Until then, you can sign up for volunteering by sending an email to [volunteers@europython.eu](mailto:volunteers@europython.eu) . + +
+ +volunteers @ europython.eu +
+ +# More information +## Why be a EuroPython Volunteer? + +* To help the EuroPython organizers keep the conference affordable for everyone +* Show your EuroPython support to the Python community (by wearing your exclusive T-Shirt) +* Get a huge applause during the closing session of the conference +* Get your name on our EuroPython 2025 Team page to stay there forever. + +## How much work is involved? + +* There are different tasks with different time required +* Each task is related with the concept of slot (Usually bracketed by the breaks) +* You can sign up to any number of them. +* We would really appreciate it if you can sign up for more than one slot. + +## What kind of qualifications do I need? + +* You should be able to speak some English. +* If you speak additional languages, even better. Please let us know. +* Have time between two talks? Then why not spend it as a EuroPython Volunteer on the spot? + +## Ask for help + +If you run into any problems, please ask in the #onsite-volunteers channel in discord or contact our volunteers@europython.eu for any information you may need. diff --git a/src/data/links.json b/src/data/links.json index 10bfb8cd3..eb52be4b2 100644 --- a/src/data/links.json +++ b/src/data/links.json @@ -107,6 +107,10 @@ "name": "Visa Support Letter", "path": "/visa" }, + { + "name": "Volunteering", + "path": "/volunteers" + }, { "name": "Childcare", "path": "/childcare" @@ -255,6 +259,10 @@ "name": "Visa Support Letter", "path": "/visa" }, + { + "name": "Volunteering", + "path": "/volunteers" + }, { "name": "Childcare", "path": "/childcare" From 165f6597515381b69a5e2b6d0266102c866f80d1 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: "pre-commit-ci[bot]" <66853113+pre-commit-ci[bot]@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Mon, 19 May 2025 14:33:15 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 2/8] [pre-commit.ci] auto fixes from pre-commit.com hooks for more information, see https://pre-commit.ci --- src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md | 8 ++++---- 1 file changed, 4 insertions(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md b/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md index 182d73b32..9ad4dd35d 100644 --- a/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md +++ b/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md @@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ url: /volunteers image: "./volunteers-2024.jpg" --- -EuroPython would be nothing without the smiley faces of our volunteers! -Check out our volunteering registration process & perks and, if you -are interested, help us deliver the oldest and longest running volunteer-led -Python programming conference on the planet! +EuroPython would be nothing without the smiley faces of our volunteers! Check +out our volunteering registration process & perks and, if you are interested, +help us deliver the oldest and longest running volunteer-led Python programming +conference on the planet! From b75b7e4195510a480712a427774786959536b090 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jake Balas Date: Mon, 19 May 2025 18:23:06 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 3/8] Fix button link --- src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx b/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx index e2e44eea3..fc2227616 100644 --- a/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx +++ b/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx @@ -98,7 +98,7 @@ Until then, you can sign up for volunteering by sending an email to [volunteers@
-volunteers @ europython.eu +
# More information From 1ba1583dcb452e90cdfcb0e7f248140b9d80362d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jakub Balas Date: Mon, 19 May 2025 18:33:48 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 4/8] Apply suggestions from code review Spelling improvements Co-authored-by: Hugo van Kemenade <1324225+hugovk@users.noreply.github.com> --- src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx | 48 ++++++++++++++++---------------- 1 file changed, 24 insertions(+), 24 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx b/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx index fc2227616..f7fc2b9be 100644 --- a/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx +++ b/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx @@ -5,7 +5,7 @@ subtitle: We need your help to make EuroPython 2025 a success! # Volunteering@EuroPython -Python owes much of its success to open source and the community surrounding it. In the same spirit, EuroPython is organized and run by volunteers from the Python community. Alas, we're only a few and need your help to make the show run as smoothly as possible. Each year we are joined by our awesome attendees as volunteers to help in running this wonderful conference. This page explains some of the ways you can help us. +Python owes much of its success to open source and the community surrounding it. In the same spirit, EuroPython is organised and run by volunteers from the Python community. Alas, we're only a few and need your help to make the show run as smoothly as possible. Each year we are joined by our awesome attendees as volunteers to help in running this wonderful conference. This page explains some of the ways you can help us. Being a volunteer means giving your time for free, without expecting anything back, just for the pleasure of being a part of this amazing conference. It's a great way to meet new people, learn new things, and have a lot of fun. You can volunteer for a few hours or for the whole conference, it's up to you. @@ -13,16 +13,16 @@ We will also have a small number of perks for you, some small gifts to say "than # Things to remember -* This is in person volunteering and would require you to be present at the venue. +* This is in-person volunteering and requires you to be present at the venue. * While we strive to make the conference accessible to everyone, we cannot provide travel or accommodation support to volunteers. * To enter the conference you need a ticket. * You are welcome to volunteer as much or as little as you want to. We appreciate any help you can give us. # Perks for volunteers -* Get an awesome EuroPython Volunteer T-Shirt that you can keep and show off to your friends and a mention on the website to stay there forever :-) +* Get an awesome EuroPython volunteer T-shirt that you can keep and show off to your friends and a mention on the website to stay there forever :-) * Be part of a great team and make new friends. -* A special group photo with all volunteers (time will be announced on the #onsite-volunteers on discord) +* A special group photo with all volunteers (time will be announced on the #onsite-volunteers channel on Discord) # What Volunteering at EuroPython looks like @@ -38,14 +38,14 @@ This is a very people-first position and will require spending a considerable ti * Handing out registration badges * Checking student IDs -* Answering general questions. +* Answering general questions We want to call out that volunteers at the registration desk will generally not be able to attend talks for the duration of the task. ## T-Shirt Handout * Handing out the conference T-shirt -* This job involves standing and lifting light items. +* This job involves standing and lifting light items We want to call out that this job is located at the registration desk, and you will generally not be able to attend talks for the duration of the task. @@ -53,7 +53,7 @@ We want to call out that this job is located at the registration desk, and you w A room manager is responsible for ensuring everything in a room runs smoothly for the entirety of a slot. Some of the activities a room manager is expected to carry out involve: -* Insuring people are seated before a talk, and the room is not overcrowded +* Ensuring people are seated before a talk, and the room is not overcrowded * Making sure the session chair and speakers are in the room in time * Keeping in touch with the AV team to ensure everything is in order * Keeping the Code of Conduct (CoC) in mind and contact CoC committee members if needed @@ -68,33 +68,33 @@ A session chair plays a key role in introducing talks and ensuring a seamless tr * Introducing the speakers to the audience * Signalling time left to the speakers * Making sure talks start and finish on time -* Moderating Q&A sessions, assisting with passing the microphones and read out questions from remote attendees +* Moderating Q&A sessions, assisting with passing the microphones and reading out questions from remote attendees ## Setup/Teardown -* Putting up signage in hallways for various provisions (Bathroom, Quiet Room, Childcare etc.) +* Putting up signage in hallways for various provisions (toilets, quiet room, childcare etc.) * Also on the last day (Friday afternoon for the main conference, Sunday for the sprints) to clear up the venue afterward -* This job involves walking and carrying items, some of which may be heavy. +* This job involves walking and carrying items, some of which may be heavy ## Greeter / Badge check -* Checking attendees on the venue for badges. -* Send people to the registration desk if they don't have one and are not from the venue (e.g. AV team, catering, etc.). -* Report people that don't have badges and don't want to go to the registration desk. +* Checking attendees on the venue for badges +* Sending people to the registration desk if they don't have one and are not from the venue (e.g. AV team, catering, etc.) +* Reporting people that don't have badges and don't want to go to the registration desk ## Runners and Ad-hoc Activities There are always some tasks which we simply cannot plan beforehand. Based on what's needed in the moment, you can be expected to do one or more of the following (not an exhaustive list): * Checking rooms to ensure all the necessary resources are in place -* Helping out with Registration Desk duties, T-Shirt Handout, or Room Manager duties +* Helping out with registration desk duties, T-shirt handout, or room manager duties * Moving chairs, tables, or poster walls -* Arranging transfers between venue and airport, etc. (Rarely) +* Arranging transfers between venue and airport, etc. (rarely) # How to sign up We are currently still working out the latest details for the volunteering program. (We are trying to get more perks enabled for your volunteering time). -Until then, you can sign up for volunteering by sending an email to [volunteers@europython.eu](mailto:volunteers@europython.eu) . +Until then, you can sign up for volunteering by sending an email to [volunteers@europython.eu](mailto:volunteers@europython.eu).
@@ -102,26 +102,26 @@ Until then, you can sign up for volunteering by sending an email to [volunteers@
# More information -## Why be a EuroPython Volunteer? +## Why volunteer at EuroPython? * To help the EuroPython organizers keep the conference affordable for everyone -* Show your EuroPython support to the Python community (by wearing your exclusive T-Shirt) +* Show your EuroPython support to the Python community (by wearing your exclusive T-shirt) * Get a huge applause during the closing session of the conference -* Get your name on our EuroPython 2025 Team page to stay there forever. +* Get your name on our EuroPython 2025 Team page to stay there forever ## How much work is involved? * There are different tasks with different time required -* Each task is related with the concept of slot (Usually bracketed by the breaks) -* You can sign up to any number of them. -* We would really appreciate it if you can sign up for more than one slot. +* Each task is related with the concept of slot (usually bracketed by the breaks) +* You can sign up to any number of them +* We would really appreciate it if you can sign up for more than one slot ## What kind of qualifications do I need? * You should be able to speak some English. * If you speak additional languages, even better. Please let us know. -* Have time between two talks? Then why not spend it as a EuroPython Volunteer on the spot? +* Have time between two talks? Then why not spend it as a EuroPython volunteer on the spot? ## Ask for help -If you run into any problems, please ask in the #onsite-volunteers channel in discord or contact our volunteers@europython.eu for any information you may need. +If you run into any problems, please ask in the #onsite-volunteers channel in Discord or contact our volunteers@europython.eu for any information you may need. From b798d41bf16080acc17fff7f2f0c142d7dcb5f87 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jake Balas Date: Tue, 20 May 2025 20:52:48 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 5/8] Fix nested headings --- src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx | 32 ++++++++++++++++---------------- 1 file changed, 16 insertions(+), 16 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx b/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx index fc2227616..263db1205 100644 --- a/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx +++ b/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx @@ -11,20 +11,20 @@ Being a volunteer means giving your time for free, without expecting anything ba We will also have a small number of perks for you, some small gifts to say "thank you" for your time and for your help. -# Things to remember +## Things to remember * This is in person volunteering and would require you to be present at the venue. * While we strive to make the conference accessible to everyone, we cannot provide travel or accommodation support to volunteers. * To enter the conference you need a ticket. * You are welcome to volunteer as much or as little as you want to. We appreciate any help you can give us. -# Perks for volunteers +## Perks for volunteers * Get an awesome EuroPython Volunteer T-Shirt that you can keep and show off to your friends and a mention on the website to stay there forever :-) * Be part of a great team and make new friends. * A special group photo with all volunteers (time will be announced on the #onsite-volunteers on discord) -# What Volunteering at EuroPython looks like +## What Volunteering at EuroPython looks like As a part of EuroPython volunteers' fleet, you will be the face of the conference. Your prime directive will be to ensure everyone coming to the conference has a great time. We want volunteers to be welcoming, helpful, collaborative, and overall making sure everyone (including yourself) is comfortable. @@ -32,7 +32,7 @@ Despite the different tasks laid down below, volunteers represent a single unit. We've put together an outline of some of the ways you can volunteer your time at the conference. -## Registration Desk +### Registration Desk This is a very people-first position and will require spending a considerable time at the registration desk talking to attendees, along with carrying out the following activities: @@ -42,14 +42,14 @@ This is a very people-first position and will require spending a considerable ti We want to call out that volunteers at the registration desk will generally not be able to attend talks for the duration of the task. -## T-Shirt Handout +### T-Shirt Handout * Handing out the conference T-shirt * This job involves standing and lifting light items. We want to call out that this job is located at the registration desk, and you will generally not be able to attend talks for the duration of the task. -## Room Manager +### Room Manager A room manager is responsible for ensuring everything in a room runs smoothly for the entirety of a slot. Some of the activities a room manager is expected to carry out involve: @@ -60,7 +60,7 @@ A room manager is responsible for ensuring everything in a room runs smoothly fo We want to call out that room managers might not be able to attend or focus on talks for the duration of the task. -## Session Chairing +### Session Chairing A session chair plays a key role in introducing talks and ensuring a seamless transition between talks scheduled during a slot. The activities that a session chair is expected to carry out include: @@ -70,19 +70,19 @@ A session chair plays a key role in introducing talks and ensuring a seamless tr * Making sure talks start and finish on time * Moderating Q&A sessions, assisting with passing the microphones and read out questions from remote attendees -## Setup/Teardown +### Setup/Teardown * Putting up signage in hallways for various provisions (Bathroom, Quiet Room, Childcare etc.) * Also on the last day (Friday afternoon for the main conference, Sunday for the sprints) to clear up the venue afterward * This job involves walking and carrying items, some of which may be heavy. -## Greeter / Badge check +### Greeter / Badge check * Checking attendees on the venue for badges. * Send people to the registration desk if they don't have one and are not from the venue (e.g. AV team, catering, etc.). * Report people that don't have badges and don't want to go to the registration desk. -## Runners and Ad-hoc Activities +### Runners and Ad-hoc Activities There are always some tasks which we simply cannot plan beforehand. Based on what's needed in the moment, you can be expected to do one or more of the following (not an exhaustive list): @@ -91,7 +91,7 @@ There are always some tasks which we simply cannot plan beforehand. Based on wha * Moving chairs, tables, or poster walls * Arranging transfers between venue and airport, etc. (Rarely) -# How to sign up +## How to sign up We are currently still working out the latest details for the volunteering program. (We are trying to get more perks enabled for your volunteering time). Until then, you can sign up for volunteering by sending an email to [volunteers@europython.eu](mailto:volunteers@europython.eu) . @@ -101,27 +101,27 @@ Until then, you can sign up for volunteering by sending an email to [volunteers@ -# More information -## Why be a EuroPython Volunteer? +## More information +### Why be a EuroPython Volunteer? * To help the EuroPython organizers keep the conference affordable for everyone * Show your EuroPython support to the Python community (by wearing your exclusive T-Shirt) * Get a huge applause during the closing session of the conference * Get your name on our EuroPython 2025 Team page to stay there forever. -## How much work is involved? +### How much work is involved? * There are different tasks with different time required * Each task is related with the concept of slot (Usually bracketed by the breaks) * You can sign up to any number of them. * We would really appreciate it if you can sign up for more than one slot. -## What kind of qualifications do I need? +### What kind of qualifications do I need? * You should be able to speak some English. * If you speak additional languages, even better. Please let us know. * Have time between two talks? Then why not spend it as a EuroPython Volunteer on the spot? -## Ask for help +### Ask for help If you run into any problems, please ask in the #onsite-volunteers channel in discord or contact our volunteers@europython.eu for any information you may need. From 4c961a4316e17b06864619a0fcf1122ab6e2fdf6 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jake Balas Date: Tue, 20 May 2025 22:36:29 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 6/8] More text improvements, added proper form link --- src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx | 52 +++++++++++++++++--------------- 1 file changed, 28 insertions(+), 24 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx b/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx index c585fcdad..97b6a6c6f 100644 --- a/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx +++ b/src/content/pages/volunteers.mdx @@ -3,7 +3,7 @@ title: Volunteers subtitle: We need your help to make EuroPython 2025 a success! --- -# Volunteering@EuroPython +# Volunteering @ EuroPython Python owes much of its success to open source and the community surrounding it. In the same spirit, EuroPython is organised and run by volunteers from the Python community. Alas, we're only a few and need your help to make the show run as smoothly as possible. Each year we are joined by our awesome attendees as volunteers to help in running this wonderful conference. This page explains some of the ways you can help us. @@ -13,16 +13,19 @@ We will also have a small number of perks for you, some small gifts to say "than ## Things to remember -* This is in-person volunteering and requires you to be present at the venue. +* This is **in-person** volunteering and requires you to be present at the venue. * While we strive to make the conference accessible to everyone, we cannot provide travel or accommodation support to volunteers. * To enter the conference you need a ticket. -* You are welcome to volunteer as much or as little as you want to. We appreciate any help you can give us. +* You are welcome to volunteer as much or as little as you want to, even if you already hold a ticket. We appreciate any help you can give us. ## Perks for volunteers -* Get an awesome EuroPython volunteer T-shirt that you can keep and show off to your friends and a mention on the website to stay there forever :-) -* Be part of a great team and make new friends. -* A special group photo with all volunteers (time will be announced on the #onsite-volunteers channel on Discord) +* 🎟️ A free combined ticket (Tutorials + Conference) if you volunteer for ten (10) hours or more +* 😎 Get an awesome EuroPython Volunteer T-shirt that you can keep and show off to your friends +* ♾️ A mention on the website to stay there forever +* 🀝 Be part of a great team and make new friends +* πŸ“Έ A special group photo with all volunteers (time will be announced in the *#onsite-volunteers* channel on Discord) +* πŸŽ‰ And a big applause during the closing session of the conference ## What Volunteering at EuroPython looks like @@ -44,7 +47,7 @@ We want to call out that volunteers at the registration desk will generally not ### T-Shirt Handout -* Handing out the conference T-shirt +* Handing out the conference T-shirt to attendees * This job involves standing and lifting light items We want to call out that this job is located at the registration desk, and you will generally not be able to attend talks for the duration of the task. @@ -53,10 +56,10 @@ We want to call out that this job is located at the registration desk, and you w A room manager is responsible for ensuring everything in a room runs smoothly for the entirety of a slot. Some of the activities a room manager is expected to carry out involve: -* Ensuring people are seated before a talk, and the room is not overcrowded -* Making sure the session chair and speakers are in the room in time +* Ensuring that all available space is utilized, people are seated before the talk begins, and the room is not overcrowded +* Making sure the session chair and speakers are in the room 5 minutes before * Keeping in touch with the AV team to ensure everything is in order -* Keeping the Code of Conduct (CoC) in mind and contact CoC committee members if needed +* Keeping the [Code of Conduct (CoC)](https://www.europython-society.org/coc/) in mind and contact CoC committee members if needed We want to call out that room managers might not be able to attend or focus on talks for the duration of the task. @@ -64,23 +67,23 @@ We want to call out that room managers might not be able to attend or focus on t A session chair plays a key role in introducing talks and ensuring a seamless transition between talks scheduled during a slot. The activities that a session chair is expected to carry out include: -* Helping speakers in preparing their computers for the talks +* Helping speakers prepare their computers for the talks * Introducing the speakers to the audience * Signalling time left to the speakers * Making sure talks start and finish on time -* Moderating Q&A sessions, assisting with passing the microphones and reading out questions from remote attendees +* Moderating Q&A sessions, assisting with passing the microphones and reading out appropriate questions from remote attendees ### Setup/Teardown -* Putting up signage in hallways for various provisions (toilets, quiet room, childcare etc.) -* Also on the last day (Friday afternoon for the main conference, Sunday for the sprints) to clear up the venue afterward +* Putting up signage in hallways for various provisions (toilets, quiet room, childcare, etc.) +* On the last day (Friday afternoon for the main conference, Sunday for the sprints), there will be a venue cleanup afterwards * This job involves walking and carrying items, some of which may be heavy ### Greeter / Badge check -* Checking attendees on the venue for badges -* Sending people to the registration desk if they don't have one and are not from the venue (e.g. AV team, catering, etc.) -* Reporting people that don't have badges and don't want to go to the registration desk +* Checking attendees at the venue for badges (everyone should have them visible at all time) +* Sending people who do not have a badge to the registration desk, unless they are part of the venue staff (e.g., AV team, catering, etc.) +* Reporting people who don't have badges and refuse to go to the registration desk ### Runners and Ad-hoc Activities @@ -89,19 +92,20 @@ There are always some tasks which we simply cannot plan beforehand. Based on wha * Checking rooms to ensure all the necessary resources are in place * Helping out with registration desk duties, T-shirt handout, or room manager duties * Moving chairs, tables, or poster walls -* Arranging transfers between venue and airport, etc. (rarely) +* Generally supporting the venue team with ad-hoc tasks ## How to sign up -We are currently still working out the latest details for the volunteering program. (We are trying to get more perks enabled for your volunteering time). -Until then, you can sign up for volunteering by sending an email to [volunteers@europython.eu](mailto:volunteers@europython.eu). +Please acknowledge our [Data Privacy Policy](https://forms.gle/PCP7bXvdH1QhDBPn6) first, and then fill out the form below to register your interest in volunteering at EuroPython 2024! +We will get back to you with more details and information on how to proceed. +Thanks ❀️
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## More information + ### Why volunteer at EuroPython? * To help the EuroPython organizers keep the conference affordable for everyone @@ -112,7 +116,7 @@ Until then, you can sign up for volunteering by sending an email to [volunteers@ ### How much work is involved? * There are different tasks with different time required -* Each task is related with the concept of slot (usually bracketed by the breaks) +* Each task is related to the concept of slot (usually bracketed by the breaks) * You can sign up to any number of them * We would really appreciate it if you can sign up for more than one slot @@ -124,4 +128,4 @@ Until then, you can sign up for volunteering by sending an email to [volunteers@ ### Ask for help -If you run into any problems, please ask in the #onsite-volunteers channel in Discord or contact our volunteers@europython.eu for any information you may need. +If you run into any problems, please ask in the *#onsite-volunteers* channel in Discord or contact us at [volunteers@europython.eu](mailto:volunteers@europython.eu) for any information you may need. From 073a6be7d59d75e70894600865c492caa398b4bd Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: =?UTF-8?q?Mia=20Baji=C4=87?= <38294198+clytaemnestra@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 21 May 2025 09:15:52 +0200 Subject: [PATCH 7/8] Update src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md --- src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md | 5 +---- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 4 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md b/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md index 9ad4dd35d..2b2102c71 100644 --- a/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md +++ b/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md @@ -5,7 +5,4 @@ url: /volunteers image: "./volunteers-2024.jpg" --- -EuroPython would be nothing without the smiley faces of our volunteers! Check -out our volunteering registration process & perks and, if you are interested, -help us deliver the oldest and longest running volunteer-led Python programming -conference on the planet! +EuroPython runs on volunteer power! Check out how to get involved and help us deliver the longest-running volunteer-led Python conference in the world. From 8b189162574bc03b1b46eac3e618b0f2bbbff4d4 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: "pre-commit-ci[bot]" <66853113+pre-commit-ci[bot]@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 21 May 2025 07:16:39 +0000 Subject: [PATCH 8/8] [pre-commit.ci] auto fixes from pre-commit.com hooks for more information, see https://pre-commit.ci --- src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md | 3 ++- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md b/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md index 2b2102c71..5d12bd314 100644 --- a/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md +++ b/src/content/deadlines/07_volunteering.md @@ -5,4 +5,5 @@ url: /volunteers image: "./volunteers-2024.jpg" --- -EuroPython runs on volunteer power! Check out how to get involved and help us deliver the longest-running volunteer-led Python conference in the world. +EuroPython runs on volunteer power! Check out how to get involved and help us +deliver the longest-running volunteer-led Python conference in the world.