THE LIGHT HOUSE 2025

For the third year in a row, The Light House is back with two days filled with inspiring talks, immersive activations, and exciting entertainment. The Light House is a wayfinding point and beacon for those seeking to find new teammates, get the ball rolling on new collaborations, or find new solutions to champion in our collective tech future. 🏆✨🤝🏽

Meet the event producers: The Tech We Want is designed to be a broad platform for those seeking to seed and embed responsible tech values in emerging tech. This event is designed to bring together a coalition of funders, tech leaders and workers - everyone who is building an alternative tech ecosystem built on values of inclusivity, mutualism, sustainability, accountability, and responsible innovation.

Working with our fellow champions Omidyar Network, Siegel Family Endowment, Stanford d.school, and Black Innovation Alliance, The Light House offers a vision of a tech ecosystem that centers people, not technology, as protagonists in shaping our shared technological future.

THE LIGHT HOUSE AT A GLANCE

(tl;dr - Two days of interactive programming and a party.)

March 8, 2025 | 12:00 noon - 7PM

Day 1 of the Light House is programmed, curated and produced in-house by The Tech We Want. Our program is always about putting humans at the center of technology and not the other way round. Similarly, we believe in centering human connection in our events - so expect a good balance of talks, interactive activities, networking and games (and prizes) throughout! Oh, and the Library of the Future is open!

March 9, 2025 | 12:00 noon - 6:30PM

Day 2 of the Light House is sponsored and curated by Omidyar Network. Today’s program takes a good look at AI and how it continues to impact people and communities - AND how people are using technology in ways that build shared power, prosperity, and possibility.

The Library of the Future will be closing this evening. Remember to visit us to take a book home with you.

LIGHTS OUT! Closing Party on March 9, 2025

Join us for an electrifying night of fun at The Belmont! We’re gathered in person to catch a vibe - let’s get to know each other on another level, beyond the networking and hardworking conference-going versions of ourselves. Reconnect with #TeamHuman allies you’ve made throughout both days and get to know each other beyond the work.

We dim the lights as we turn up the energy on the dance floor. Our DJ will be spinning the latest hits while you mingle with fellow tech enthusiasts. This is your chance to let go of what you’ve been holding down and enjoy yourself in good company.

Get ready to dance the night away or take center stage with karaoke at the bar!

Register to come to LIGHTS OUT! Closing Party

We are striving for a better future, and that future is here in the company of those working towards it. So, why not celebrate the connections you've been making throughout the past two days of THE LIGHT HOUSE! It's not always easy being on #TeamHuman and we are here to celebrate our wins with those who value pro-social technology, responsible innovation and collective intelligence, but who also prioritize having fun!

What to wear?

Show us your #TeamHuman spirit and come dressed as your own biggest fan! This is a space where you can express yourself in a festive and celebratory way. We encourage you to wear your most fun and vibrant clothes, something that you feel comfortable hitting the dancefloor in or taking a memorable glamor shot in our super special chrome photo booth. Who knows, there might even be a prize for best-dressed!

What's happening in our space:

DJ HELIOS: Will be spinning Throwbacks, Hip-hop, Funk, and R&B Dance Party Vibes

Karaoke: Sing your favorite tunes and let loose

Book Give away: Take your favourite Library of the Future books home with you! Over the past two days at THE LIGHT HOUSE, our library has stocked books that inspire and fuel our movement. At the start of our closing party we will be giving away books from our collection to celebrate distributing that knowledge into the community that we’ve created in Austin.

Lounging Space: Share a beverage and connect with new and old friends

Photo Ops: Enjoy our free Chromed out photobooth or take some pictures at the Tech We Want portrait station.

Open bar from 9PM-11PM, Cash bar after

21+

Your registration does not guarantee timely admission to the event. Space may be limited and there may be a delay in entry to the venue, subject to capacity. We have the right to refuse admittance to anyone for any reason.

This event will have flashing or strobe lights and loud music.

All participants must be 21 or older and provide valid ID upon entry.

When you attend this event, you enter an area where photography, audio, and video recording may occur. By entering the event premises, you consent to such recording media and its release, publication, exhibition or reproduction.

ASSUMPTION OF RISKS: In consideration of your participation in THE LIGHT HOUSE, you acknowledge that you am aware of the possible risks, dangers, and hazards associated with your participation in THE LIGHT HOUSE, (including the possible risk of severe or fatal injury to yourself or others). These risks include but are not limited to the following:

The risks associated with travel to and from the venue, including transportation provided by commercial, private and/or public motor vehicles;

Intoxication and/or alcohol poisoning from the alcohol you consume whether voluntarily or through coercion;

The possibility of bodily injury (broken bones and soft tissue damage) including dental damages from falling down, being knocked down or being involved in a physical confrontation whether caused by you or someone else;

The risks associated with returning to your residence.

By registering for this event, you acknowledge that you have read this agreement, that you are executing this agreement voluntarily, and that this agreement is to be binding upon you, your heirs, executors, administrators and representatives, in the event of an accident.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Belmont, 305 West 6th Street, Austin, United States