About Us
Live it up, Las Palmas! is an international community initiative aimed at local professionals, digital nomads, remote workers, expats, and immigrants in Gran Canaria. It provides a platform for socializing, networking, and accessing valuable local resources, enhancing the experience of living and working on the island​.
The community was founded by Nelleke Meijer in 2020, two years after she began organizing events for the international community in Gran Canaria. The initiative started as a way to keep people connected during the pandemic and has since grown into a robust network. Read more.
The platform offers various services, including social events, networking opportunities, a Slack community for real-time communication, business promotion for vendors, and exclusive deals and discounts with local partners​.
Absolutely! The community is a great resource for finding accommodation, as many members share tips, advice, and listings for rentals and shared spaces.
We organize community meetups regularly to foster networking and fun among members. Information about upcoming social events is posted in our Slack channel, #social_meetups-dinners-drinks-music.
Yes, members are encouraged to organize and host their own events.
The primary goals are to foster a supportive community for both new and existing residents, promote local businesses, and create a dynamic environment for cultural exchange and professional growth​.
Yes, we have a set of community guidelines designed to ensure a respectful and enjoyable environment for all members. These guidelines are shared with you upon joining and can also be found in the pinned messages in our Slack channels and here via this link.
Joining the community
You can sign up to join our vibrant community by visiting our Launchpass sign-up page for members via https://launchpass.com/liveitup-laspalmas. Just follow the simple sign-up process, and you’ll be part of our growing network in no time!
Joining as a member is free. If you’d like to support the time and effort behind the community, you can make a contribution at https://buymeacoffee.com/nelleke.
Once you’ve signed up via Launchpass, you will receive an invitation to join our Slack channel. Follow the instructions in the invitation, and you’ll be able to start engaging with the community right away.
We understand that navigating a new community can come with questions, and we’re here to ensure you have all the information you need. If your question wasn’t covered in this FAQ, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Admin in Slack, for further assistance.
