We want WDC to be for everyone. Our scholarship tickets let people who are underrepresented or marginalised in tech come along for free. They're funded by attendee donations and our sponsors. If you can, please add £15 or more when you buy your ticket.

Who can apply?

Anyone who's underrepresented or marginalised in tech. That includes, but isn't limited to:

Women
People of colour
LGBTQIA+ people
Disabled people
People over 50
People facing economic or social hardship

You'll need to be able to attend the whole conference.

How to apply

Email Luke and Alex at team@webdevconf.com and tell us:

Who you are and what you do.
Why you want to attend WDC, and what you hope to learn or get out of it.
Why you're applying for a scholarship ticket.

Applications are confidential, and we'll never name recipients publicly. Share as much or as little as you're comfortable with.

Deadline: 1 September. Applications for 2026 are now closed.

Can't apply? You can still help

Spread the word, whether by social media, email or carrier pigeon.
Add a donation to the fund when you buy your WDC2026 ticket.