Harmony Romo 8:09 pm on October 24, 2025  

Call for Developers: WordPress Events Tooling Improvements

Incredible ideas and passion have already sparked real momentum across this community. Now it’s time to turn that energy into results: step forward, review proposals, lend your expertise, and help bring these ideas to life!

A few of the current areas we have identified that need support:

We’ve had great brainstorming conversations and now want to move to execution. 

Camptix improvements

Anyone who has organized an event and used Camptix knows the system has limitations. Some that come to mind offhand include:

Steps to Move Forward with Camptix Improvements:

  1. Individual(s) set as dedicated maintainers: Currently Dion Hulse (@dd32) is monitoring Pull Requests within GitHubGitHub GitHub is a website that offers online implementation of git repositories that can easily be shared, copied and modified by other developers. Public repositories are free to host, private repositories require a paid subscription. GitHub introduced the concept of the ‘pull request’ where code changes done in branches by contributors can be reviewed and discussed before being merged be the repository owner. https://github.com/, but there are none coming in, so let’s change that!
  2. Offer Open Access to Contributors: Following setup instructions here, one is able to set up a Mirror. No production environment is needed.
  3. Community Roadmap: Let this post serve as a starting point for development of a roadmap for this work. Improvements are possible, and once we have a clear view of how many people can contribute to this effort, and which projects are most important within Camptix, priorities can be set. Perhaps, someone from the new program team has ideas? @karmatosed FYI

GatherPress Status

Earlier this year, there was a call for more help with testing before integration with WordPress.orgWordPress.org The community site where WordPress code is created and shared by the users. This is where you can download the source code for WordPress core, plugins and themes as well as the central location for community conversations and organization. https://wordpress.org/ can move forward. While WPCC Student Clubs have been set up on GatherPress, we need more real life testing from the community to move this project closer to integration. In addition, the development team needs guidance on what features are needed, such as messaging specifics, data exports, etc.

From a development perspective, the team needs help connecting to .org, as well as getting events in the dashboard widgetWidget A WordPress Widget is a small block that performs a specific function. You can add these widgets in sidebars also known as widget-ready areas on your web page. WordPress widgets were originally created to provide a simple and easy-to-use way of giving design and structure control of the WordPress theme to the user. for discoverability.

Join their SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/. Group #gatherpress and participate in the GatherPress team weekly huddles on Fridays at 15:00 UTC.

Event Tools and Site Improvements

With some fantastic brainstorming from the community last year, a solid set of ideas were put forth for how to continue improving the newly created events site https://events.wordpress.org/, but in addition, let’s continue to improve our existing tools. Enhancing the budgeting tools, upgrading the planning features to better support team organization throughout the planning process (beyond the current drop-down menus), and improving the main interface and user experience would make a significant difference for those working to support WP events.

Currently, the WordCamp.org issues in GitHub could use a good scrub in order to resurface what’s most important and relevant at this stage.

In relation to an events app, there’s one already in use by WordCamps within Spain that could potentially serve as a starting point, with opportunities to build features like:

  • Real-time attendee messaging
  • Networking and professional matchmaking opportunities
  • QR-based lead capture for sponsors
  • Interactive event maps

Over the years, several apps have been started, but none have reached their full potential due to shifting priorities. An events app could offer valuable benefits for both attendees and sponsors. There are two possible paths forward: If we build on the current app in development, making the source code public would allow for broader contributions. Alternatively, given our talented community, someone could start a new mobile app and open it for collaborative input.

Next Steps

Whether you love working on front-end details, back-end systems, user experience, or event tools, there’s a place for you in our community. We’re a group of contributors who care about creativity, collaboration, and building tools that make WordPress events even better.

If you’d like to share ideas, contribute code, or help shape new features, we’d love to have you join the conversation. Bring your curiosity and enthusiasm: we’ll bring the shared vision and the open sourceOpen Source Open Source denotes software for which the original source code is made freely available and may be redistributed and modified. Open Source **must be** delivered via a licensing model, see GPL. spirit.

Want to get involved? Reach out at support@wordcamp.org and be part of shaping the future of WordPress events, one commit at a time.

+make.wordpress.org/meta/

Rocio Valdivia 10:24 am on December 1, 2020  

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Isotta Peira 1:54 pm on November 5, 2025  

WP Credits – Updates on Sponsorship Guidelines

After multiple discussions with sponsors, program administrators, and mentorsEvent Supporter Event Supporter (formerly Mentor) is someone who has already organised a WordCamp and has time to meet with their assigned mentee every 2 weeks, they talk over where they should be in their timeline, help them to identify their issues, and also identify solutions for their issues., and an analysis of the program’s needs, we’re excited to share the latest update on sponsorship opportunities for WordPress Credits.

TL;DR:
WordPress Credits has updated its sponsorship guidelines to ensure meaningful engagement and impact. Companies can no longer sponsor tools or resources alone; they must also sponsor one or more mentors to align with the program’s educational goals. The sponsor guide has been updated accordingly.

WordPress Credits connects students from educational institutions around the world with experienced contributors who mentorEvent Supporter Event Supporter (formerly Mentor) is someone who has already organised a WordCamp and has time to meet with their assigned mentee every 2 weeks, they talk over where they should be in their timeline, help them to identify their issues, and also identify solutions for their issues. them through hands-on, real-world open sourceOpen Source Open Source denotes software for which the original source code is made freely available and may be redistributed and modified. Open Source **must be** delivered via a licensing model, see GPL. projects. The program is made possible thanks to the dedication of mentors, the support of sponsors, and the shared belief that education and contribution can go hand in hand.

The most impactful contribution to WordPress Credits is mentorship, as mentors guide and empower students throughout their first open source experience. For this reason, sponsors can choose to support the program by sponsoring one or multiple mentors, sponsoring mentors while also offering tools that help students contribute effectively and feel confident in their work, or by proposing an alternative type of sponsorship aligned with the program’s mission.

Please note that we do not accept sponsorships limited to tools or resources alone; companies offering tools must also sponsor one or more mentors to ensure meaningful engagement and alignment with the program’s educational goals.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsor a Mentor

Dedicate one or multiple team members to guide student contributors for a minimum of two hours per week available for the entire duration of the program. Depending on their availability, a single mentor can support multiple students at a time while still providing dedicated and thoughtful guidance, helping them navigate open source collaboration and project work.

If you’d like to sponsor a mentor external to your company, please let us know and we’ll connect you with mentors who are currently seeking sponsorship.

Sponsor a Mentor + Tools and Resources

These may include tools and resources such as hosting plans, domain names, premium plugins or themes, collaboration platforms, or design and development software. Anything that helps students contribute effectively and feel empowered in their work is welcome.

Other Ways to Sponsor

Examples of other meaningful and impactful ways to support the program and the students’ journey include, but are not limited to:

  • Fund a Scholarship Program
    Financial contributions help fund travel and attendance for the most outstanding students at WordPress flagship events, where they can meet the global community and continue growing as contributors.
  • Sponsor an Admin
    Support a member of the program’s admin team who is responsible for building, maintaining, improving, and growing the initiative. Their work ensures smooth operations, meaningful learning experiences for students, and long-term program sustainability. By sponsoring a contributor through the Five for the Future program, you’ll help WP Credits reach more students around the world and make a lasting impact on their lives.
  • Provide In-kind Sponsorship
    Help cover essential program expenses such as tools and collaboration platforms. This investment creates real-world connection points and lasting engagement with the community.

Apply and Open Doors for Students in Your Region and Beyond

We’re happy to discuss the level of involvement that best fits your company’s capacity. Together, we can strengthen the WordPress project and empower the next generation of contributors.

We’re currently reaching out to active sponsors to ensure their contributions align with the updated sponsorship guidelines, and we want to thank all existing sponsors and those who have recently applied for their understanding, collaboration, and continued support.

Learn more about sponsorship options in our Sponsor Guide and submit your sponsorship application here to get started.

The following people contributed to writing and reviewing this post: @celigaroe, @francescodicandia, @gomp, @4thhubbard

Pooja Derashri 12:24 pm on November 5, 2025
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Community Team Meeting Agenda for 06 – November -2025

The Community Team chat takes place on the first Thursday of every month in the #community-team channel on SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/.. 

This meeting is meant for all contributors on the team and everyone who is interested in taking part in some of the things our team does. Feel free to join us, even if you are not currently active in the team!

Asia-Pacific / EMEA friendly meeting: Thursday, 06 November 2025 at 12:00 PM UTC Americas friendly meeting: Thursday, 06 November 2025 at 21:00 PM UTC

Meeting Facilitator:

APAC/EMEA: @webtechpooja

Americas: @kofimokome

You will find a preliminary agenda for the meeting below. 

If you wish to add points to discuss, comment on this post or reach out to one of the team reps: @adityakane, @thehopemonger, @st810amaze, @webtechpooja. It does not need to be a blog post yet; the topic can be discussed during the meeting, nevertheless. We use the same agenda for both meetings.

Call for meeting host
If anyone is available to host the second sessions of the Community Team monthly meeting at 9pm UTC, please reach out to one of the team reps, who are all based in APAC and EMEA countries: @adityakane, @thehopemonger, @st810amaze, @webtechpooja.

Check-ins: Program and Event Supporters / Contributors

  • What have you been doing and how is it going? 
  • What did you accomplish after the last meeting? 
  • Are there any blockers? 
  • Can other team members help you in some way?

Highlights to Note

Here are a few things everyone should be aware of.

Open Posts

Check out these new and ongoing discussions needing review, feedback, thoughts, and comments.

Announcements / Newsletters

Open Floor

This is your chance to discuss things that weren’t on the meeting agenda. 

We invite you to use this opportunity to share anything that you want with the team. If you currently have a topic you’d like to discuss, add it to the comments of this post, and we will try to update the agenda accordingly.

Hope to see you on Thursday, either in the Asia-Pacific / EMEA (12:00 UTC) or Americas-friendly version (21:00 UTC) of the meeting!

#agenda, #meeting-agenda, #team, #team-chat, #team-meeting

#community-team, #meeting

Destiny Kanno 1:40 am on November 3, 2025
Tags: WPCCJINJA25   

Monthly Education Buzz Report – October 2025

Welcome to the Monthly Education Buzz Report, your go-to source for highlights and updates on the WordPress Campus connect, WordPress Credits, and WordPress Student club education initiatives within the WordPress community. This report aims to celebrate, promote, and inform individuals across the WordPress community and beyond about the diverse educational endeavors underway.

WordPress Campus Connect

Completed Events (to date): 8 (+2)

Scheduled events: 6

12 more events are currently in the planning stages! We are actively working to expand our global reach and bring more educational opportunities to students worldwide. Come find us in the #campusconnect Slack channel.

Event Highlights

Other Program Updates

  • India’s first three WordPress Student Clubs were onboarded on October 16th! Meet the newly Onboarded WordPress Student Clubs & Coordinators:
    • Engineering College Ajmer: Aryan Kulshrestha & Suhani Mathur
    • Mahila Engineering College, Ajmer: Riddhima Upadhyay & Sanjeevni Kumari
    • Aryabhatta College of Engineering & Research Center: Yash Soni & Vishal Israni
  • WordCampWordCamp WordCamps are casual, locally-organized conferences covering everything related to WordPress. They're one of the places where the WordPress community comes together to teach one another what they’ve learned throughout the year and share the joy. Learn more. Dhaka 2025 hosted a Contributor DayContributor Day Contributor Days are standalone days, frequently held before or after WordCamps but they can also happen at any time. They are events where people get together to work on various areas of https://make.wordpress.org/ There are many teams that people can participate in, each with a different focus. https://2017.us.wordcamp.org/contributor-day/ https://make.wordpress.org/support/handbook/getting-started/getting-started-at-a-contributor-day/. Campus Connect Table where information about the program was shared with community members.
WPCC Jinja
WPCC Jinja
WPCC Jinja
WPCC Kishoreganj
WPCC Kishoreganj
WPCC Udupi
WPCC Kolhapur 
WPCC Cartago
WordPress Student club onboarding session

WordPress Credits

  • Riga Nordic University (from Riga, Latvia, EU) signed the agreement to join the WordPress Credits Program, and is currently working on onboarding its first student participants!
  • Mentors Course: A course has been created to train future WordPress Credits program mentorsEvent Supporter Event Supporter (formerly Mentor) is someone who has already organised a WordCamp and has time to meet with their assigned mentee every 2 weeks, they talk over where they should be in their timeline, help them to identify their issues, and also identify solutions for their issues..
  • Mentors welcome: 8 new mentors have been onboarded to the program.
  • University partnerships: 4 universities have confirmed their participation: Pisa University (Italy), Fidélitas University (Costa Rica), Universidad Privada Franz Tamayo (Unifranz Santa Cruz, Bolivia), and Riga Nordic University (Latvia). Many others have expressed interest and started the process to get involved with the project, including the University of Lynchburg, Central New Mexico Community College, and Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (Czech Republic).
  • Student engagement: 51 students are already starting to work on their contribution projects through the WordPress Credits course (10 from the University of Pisa, Italy; 18 from Fidélitas University, Costa Rica; and 23 from Unifranz Santa Cruz, Bolivia).
  • Platform updates: The student platform and processes have been enhanced with new lessons, videos, and guidelines to select their WordPress contribution project.
  • Graduate Badge: Now, once a student completes the program, the graduate badge will automatically appear on their WordPress.org profile.
  • Linux Day: Participation in Linux Day in Bari involved presenting the project to an audience of high school and university teachers and students, within the context of open-source initiatives. This led to follow-up contact from attending educators interested in bringing WPCredits to three universities in Puglia and several high schools in Bari.

Other Happenings

  • Development is currently underway for a landing page on the WordPress.org website that will showcase and share information about all current educational initiatives.
  • A clarification post went out on October 17th about WordPress Campus Connect Events: Who Can Organize Them?
  • Guidebooks for WordPress Campus Connect events and WordPress Student Clubs are currently being drafted.
  • An initiative to create a new organizer orientation course has begun. Interested in helping out? Comment below!

Get Involved

WordPress Campus Connect

WordPress Credits Program

  • Universities and Educational Institutions: If you are interested in participating in the WordPress Credits program, please reach out by filling the interest form.
  • Students: If you’re a student and find this project interesting, please share it with your professors or academic advisors, as applications must be submitted by your institution.
  • Companies: We invite companies in the WordPress ecosystem to support this initiative by:
    • Sponsoring mentors to guide new contributors.
    • Providing tools and resources that help students succeed.
    • To learn more, visit the Company Guide and fill out the form to join the program.
  • Join the Conversation: Join the #wpcredits channel in the Make WordPress Slack.

See something in the community that should be noted here or in a future newsletter? Comment below!

Stay tuned for next month’s update!

Lidia Arroyo Vargas 9:55 pm on October 28, 2025  

WordPress Campus Connect Cartago COVAO 2025

The WordPress Campus Connect Cartago 2025 kicked off on July 4th at the HHC Academies, inside the BeeNova HHC Innovation Center.
It was the first Campus Connect ever held in Latin America and Costa Rica — a milestone for the global WordPress community and an inspiring model for future editions across the region.

The project was led by @lidarroy, together with Francisco Leiton, Mauricio Barrantes, Luis Matarrita, and Sebastián Zúñiga, with the valuable support of volunteers Sammy Arburola, Rommel Castro, Daniel Ávila, Diego Cordero, Rosalba Quesada, Fanny Montiel, Cindy Mora, and Kenneth Mora.

Opening Event

The opening session brought together 89 attendees, mainly students from the Vocational School of Arts and Crafts (COVAO) — both day and night programs — along with five speakers and three volunteers.

Main Talks

July 4th, 2025

  • Welcome and Moderation: Mauricio Barrantes
  • Inspiration in Action: From Student to Digital Entrepreneur: Adrián Matarrita
  • Build Your Personal Brand: Use Your Website to Stand Out: Lidia Arroyo
  • What Should Your Website Have to Stand Out and Make an Impact?: Francisco Leitón
  • Creating Your First Website on WordPress.comWordPress.com An online implementation of WordPress code that lets you immediately access a new WordPress environment to publish your content. WordPress.com is a private company owned by Automattic that hosts the largest multisite in the world. This is arguably the best place to start blogging if you have never touched WordPress before. https://wordpress.com/: From Idea to Action: Luis Matarrita

WebChallenge: “Your Idea, Your Site, Your WordPress”

Following the opening event, the WebChallenge began — a five-session learning journey where students developed real web projects.
The program started with 18 students and 12 teachers and administrative staff who were also eager to learn. Eight students completed the full program and presented their final projects.

Throughout the sessions, participants received mentorship from the WordPress community and worked on the following topics:

August 23, 2025

August 30, 2025

September 6, 2025

September 13, 2025

September 27, 2025

Presented Projects


During the closing ceremony, students showcased the projects they developed throughout the WebChallenge:

  1. TuBecaCR: a website that gathers scholarships and courses.
  2. TeenPlace: an inclusive space for teenagers.
  3. AmbientateCR: A Costa Rican initiative that seeks to make caring for the environment a daily habit.
  4. LockerGo: asynchronous learning in different areas.
  5. Psychology: resources and tips for emotional well-being.
  6. Social Activities for Teenagers in Cartago.
  7. Pokémon Competitive Site.
  8. Personal Portfolio.

Closing Event

The closing ceremony of WordPress Campus Connect Cartago 2025 was held on October 11th at COVAO and featured representatives from the HHC Academies, Universidad Latina (which granted the main prize), the Costa Rican Chamber of SMEs, speakers, volunteers, and members of the WordPress community.

Students’ parents were invited as special guests to acknowledge their support throughout the process. The institution organized a celebration with refreshments for everyone, strengthening the bond between the community, families, and education.

An additional group of students from other HHC campuses attended as the audience, aiming to inspire them to join future Campus Connect editions and WordPress projects.

Each participant received:

  • A certificate of participation
  • A ticket to WordCampWordCamp WordCamps are casual, locally-organized conferences covering everything related to WordPress. They're one of the places where the WordPress community comes together to teach one another what they’ve learned throughout the year and share the joy. Learn more. San José 2025 (including transportation provided by the institution)
  • A pack of promotional items

Main Awards

First Place:

Second Place:

  • AirPods
  • wag bag
  • Mentorship and business coaching scholarship by Peper La Agencia

The winning project, TuBecaCR, is an initiative that seeks to make access to student scholarships in Costa Rica easier. Christopher Zúñiga will be presenting this inspiring project during WordCamp San José 2025.

Special Thanks

We extend a special thanks to Francisco Leitón, who served as the main facilitator of the program.
Week after week, he guided students with patience, dedication, and genuine passion for teaching.
His leadership was key in helping participants turn their ideas into real, functional websites — a true reflection of the WordPress community spirit.

Community and Sponsors

Special thanks to the global sponsors — WordPress.com, WooCommerce, Kinsta, Bluehost, and hosting.com — for supporting initiatives that transform digital education.

The success of this project has opened new opportunities: COVAO has made its seven campuses across the province of Cartago available for the WordPress Cartago Community to host future MeetupsMeetup Meetup groups are locally-organized groups that get together for face-to-face events on a regular basis (commonly once a month). Learn more about Meetups in our Meetup Organizer Handbook., WordCamps, and other community events.

In addition, the teaching staff is collaborating to establish a WordPress Study Club, allowing students to continue learning and practicing with new generations.

The WordPress Campus Connect Cartago 2025 shows how collaboration between the community, educational institutions, and local partners can open new doors for students — nurturing interest in open-source technology and creating a sustainable impact in the community.

✨ When education, community, and a passion for WordPress come together… great stories are born! 🌟

Arslan Kalwar 4:10 pm on October 28, 2025
Tags: , , wordcamp-pakistan, , WPISB2025   

WordCamp Islamabad 2025 – A Celebration of Learning, Contribution, and Community

WordCampWordCamp WordCamps are casual, locally-organized conferences covering everything related to WordPress. They're one of the places where the WordPress community comes together to teach one another what they’ve learned throughout the year and share the joy. Learn more. Islamabad 2025 was a wonderful celebration of learning, collaboration, and the open-source spirit. Over two exciting days, students, professionals, and WordPress enthusiasts came together to share knowledge, contribute, and connect with others who believe in the power of community.

👥 Meet the Organizing Team

A big round of applause for our amazing organizing team who worked tirelessly to make this event a success. Their passion and teamwork brought the whole community together.

Organizers:

Each person played an important role in making sure every detail from logistics to social media was handled smoothly.

Contributors collaborating during Contributor Day.

Organizer: Arslan Kalwar & Muhammad Kashif

💙 Day 1: Contributor Day

Contributor Day was full of excitement, learning, and teamwork. It was a day where many participants, especially students, discovered how they can become part of the global WordPress project.

We welcomed several students from different universities who were eager to explore the open-source world. For many, this was their first-ever contribution to WordPress, and their enthusiasm made the day truly special.

We started by helping everyone set up their WordPress.orgWordPress.org The community site where WordPress code is created and shared by the users. This is where you can download the source code for WordPress core, plugins and themes as well as the central location for community conversations and organization. https://wordpress.org/ profiles, join the Make WordPress SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/., and understand how the community works together. Then, we introduced them to various contribution teams like CoreCore Core is the set of software required to run WordPress. The Core Development Team builds WordPress., Polyglots, Support, Training, Docs, Test, Photos, and Patterns.

Together with our Table Leads, we guided attendees through handbooks and helped them make their first real contributions, translating strings, uploading photos, and testing patches.

A highlight of the day was a special recorded session by Muhibul Haque, introducing WPCredits and Campus Connect programs that help students get recognized for their contributions. Since he had to leave early for his session at WordCamp Dhaka, Arslan Kalwar continued the discussion, explaining how these programs help students build their profiles, get official contribution credits, and connect with the global WordPress community.

It was inspiring to see students so engaged and curious about contributing and realizing that WordPress is not just a tool, it’s a community they can grow with.

🎤 Day 2: Conference Day

The second day was all about learning and inspiration. We had an amazing lineup of speakers who shared their experiences and insights on topics like development, accessibilityAccessibility Accessibility (commonly shortened to a11y) refers to the design of products, devices, services, or environments for people with disabilities. The concept of accessible design ensures both “direct access” (i.e. unassisted) and “indirect access” meaning compatibility with a person’s assistive technology (for example, computer screen readers). (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Accessibility), design, community building, freelancing, and website performance.

Students and professionals found the talks motivating and relatable. Many shared that hearing stories from contributors and developers helped them understand how WordPress can open real career opportunities.

The energy in the room reflected one thing clearly: WordPress empowers everyone, no matter where they start.

🧑‍💻 Hands-On Workshops and WordPress Playground

The workshops were another highlight of the event. Speakers conducted practical sessions where participants could follow along and try things out live.

One of the most exciting parts was learning about WordPress Playground—a browser-based tool that lets users experiment with WordPress instantly, without any setup. This made it easy for students to practice, test, and learn in real time.

These sessions helped attendees gain hands-on experience and boosted their confidence to keep exploring WordPress on their own.

🌍 A Community That Inspires

WordCamp Islamabad 2025 reminded us what makes the WordPress community so special: people coming together to share, learn, and build something bigger than themselves.

From enthusiastic students to experienced professionals, everyone contributed to making this event memorable. The teamwork, curiosity, and kindness we witnessed showed the true power of open-source collaboration.

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and supported this event. Thank you, eEarn, for providing an amazing free venue. Together, we’re building the next generation of contributors and keeping the WordPress spirit alive. 💙

📸 Contributor Day & Conference Day Highlights
Here’s a glimpse of the joy, collaboration, and learning that filled WordCamp Islamabad 2025—from first-time contributions to inspiring sessions and hands-on workshops.

Welcoming attendees and introducing Contributor Day.

Arslan guiding new contributors at Contributor Day.

Co-Lead Organizer: Muhammad Kashif

Lead Organizer: Tahir Shahzad

Contributor Day Lead: Arslan Kalwar

Thanks to @peiraisotta for collaborating on this post.

#community, #contributor-day, #wordcamp-pakistan, #wordpress-events, #wpisb2025
Lua Salazar 9:00 am on October 23, 2025
Tags: , WordPress Youth Day   

2025 WordPress Youth Day, Nicaragua. Mission accomplished!

WordPress Youth Day Nicaragua (WPYDNI) is an event organized by a group of volunteers from the Nicaraguan WordPress community, supported by the WordPress LATAM community, and sponsored by WordPress community members around the world, Global community sponsors and local companies. Our mission is clear: to promote the use of technology and make technological education accessible to future generations.

WPYD 2025: A Landmark Success

The 2025 WPYD, held on October 11th in Managua, Nicaragua, was a tremendous landmark for our community. We hosted 75 young people aged 8–20 years old, supported by 10 organizers, 15 local volunteers, and 16 speakers from across LATAM.

Empowering the Next Generation: Two groups of attendees successfully created their own working WordPress websites! More than 50 young people learned how to build professional portfolios and online stores. The speakers gave great tips and feedback on how to create a compelling website, from initial design to publishing.

Teenage Speakers Inspire: A true highlight was our three teenage speakers, aged 12-14, who led talks on security, finance, and web tools. It was wonderful to see them confidently share their knowledge. They left the event feeling motivated, expressing their desire to start a WordPress club in their local area!

WPYDNI25 had a full, dynamic agenda. The sessions and chosen topics were carefully separated by age group to best match the needs of each young attendee. (You can take a look at the full agenda here.)

The Launch and Impressive Growth

This success was built on the foundation of our initial launch in 2024 with 35 attendees aged 8 to 15 years old.

The positive feedback from children and parents was instantaneous. In fact, parents who attended our first event were so inspired that they wanted to volunteer for the 2025 event, helping to promote it across their businesses and neighborhoods! We were thrilled to see this community support pay off in 2025, allowing us to meet our goal and double the attendance compared to the previous edition.

A Community Effort

The positive feedback from the children and parents was overwhelming and motivates us to continue! We owe a special thank you to the speakers from the WordPress LATAM community who joined us: Karen Mendez (Venezuela), Pamela Miralles (Guatemala), Paola Zorro (Colombia), Alfredo Navas (Costa Rica), Lilliam Montoya (Costa Rica), Misael Campos (Honduras), and Ramon Corrales (Panama). They truly embodied “volunteering with a purpose,” contributing their knowledge directly to future generations.

Finally, WordPress Youth Day Nicaragua was made possible thanks to every organizer and volunteer who dedicated their time. A huge thank up to our Nicaraguan organizers who poured months of effort into the event: Alex Cuadra, Mario Rocha, Aura Lila Gutierrez, Valeria Pilarte, Marvin Gonzalez, Misael Campos, Juan Tijerino, Marconi Poveda, and Karen Torres. We also had incredible support from our young WordPress community volunteers: Lavinia, Seyling, Roger, Rene, Lucia, Maria, Steven, Ailin, Lourdes, and many more!

I’m sharing some photos from the event and how WordPress Youth Day Nicaragua 2025 was experienced.

Speaker: Eleana Campos.

Speakers aged 12-14.

Group 8-12 years old
Group 13-16 years old
Group 17-20 years old
Event Group Photo

it only remains to say that there is great satisfaction with the results of WordPress Youth Day 2025; everyone left wanting more events like this. Hopefully, more initiatives like this will continue to inspire future generations of WordPress developers in Latin America. Thanks to everyone who contributed!

Thanks to @_dorsvenabili @alexcu21 @mrfoxtalbot for collaborating on this post.


#wordpress-events, #wordpress-youth-day
Destiny Kanno 4:51 am on October 17, 2025  

WordPress Campus Connect Events: Who Can Organize Them?

We’ve been getting a great question lately: who’s allowed to organize a WordPress Campus Connect event? The short answer: anyone in good standing!

WordPress Campus Connect is designed to break down barriers and make it easier for more people to get involved. You don’t need to be a longtime community member or have prior organizing experience. If you have a connection to an educational institution and want to help students learn practical WordPress skills, you’re welcome to host a Campus Connect event.

So, who can organize a WordPress Campus Connect event?

Simply put, anyone in good standing with a connection to an educational institution is eligible to organize a WordPress Campus Connect event. Our main goal is to help students learn practical skills and connect them with the amazing WordPress community, and part of that is by breaking down the barriers to get started.

Ready to get started? Here’s how:

To begin your journey as a Campus Connect event organizer:

Apply to organize!


Once you submit the form, our team will be in touch with the next steps and offer all the support you need.

You can also find more detailed information and helpful guidance in the Community Handbook. For direct support and to connect with other organizers, feel free to join the #campusconnect channel on Make SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/..

We truly encourage you to get involved and help empower the next generation of WordPress enthusiasts!

Additional Support

Two info sessions on WordPress Campus Connect were held on October 9th. You can find the replays linked below – note that the Q&A at the end of each session is different, so it may be worthwhile tuning in for that portion of both sessions.

Destiny Kanno 6:45 am on October 9, 2025
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Monthly Education Buzz Report – September 2025

Welcome to the Monthly Education Buzz Report, your go-to source for highlights and updates on all education-related initiatives within the WordPress community. This report aims to celebrate, promote, and inform individuals across the WordPress community and beyond about the diverse educational endeavors underway.

WordPress Campus Connect

Completed Events (to date): 6

Scheduled events – 5

11 more events are currently in the planning stages! We are actively working to expand our global reach and bring more educational opportunities to students worldwide. Come find us in the #campusconnect Slack channel.

Event Highlights

Other Program Updates

WordPress Credits

  • Call for Mentors opened: We have already received several applications, and applicants can expect a response by the end of October.
  • University partnerships: 2 universities have confirmed their participation, Pisa University (Italy) and Fidélitas University (Costa Rica). Many others have expressed interest and started the process to get involved with the project, including the University of Lynchburg, Central New Mexico Community College, Unifranz (Bolivia), Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (Czech Republic), and Riga Nordic University (Latvia).
  • Student engagement: 10 students from the University of Pisa are already starting to work on their contribution projects through the WordPress Credits course.
  • Pitch deck translations: Our pitch deck has already been translated into 7 languages — English, Spanish, Polish, Italian, Bengali, Gujarati, and Malaysian — with more on the way.
  • Platform updates: We enhanced the student platform and processes with a welcome video​, walkthroughs, and improved guidelines
  • The team is also working on the following:
    • Course for mentorsEvent Supporter Event Supporter (formerly Mentor) is someone who has already organised a WordCamp and has time to meet with their assigned mentee every 2 weeks, they talk over where they should be in their timeline, help them to identify their issues, and also identify solutions for their issues.
    • Demo for sponsors
    • Certificate of completion

Other Happenings

WordPress Campus Connect Ajmer
WordPress Campus Connect San José
WPCC Pontevedra – Faculty of Communication, University of Vigo
WPCC Udupi – Shree Guru Sudhindra College
WPCC Ajmer – Government Engineering College
WPCC Kolhapur – D Y Patil School of Engineering and Management
WPCC Dhaka – Govt. Mohammadpur Model School & College
WPCC Ajmer – Government Women Engineering College, Ajmer

Get Involved

WordPress Campus Connect

WordPress Credits Program

  • Universities and Educational Institutions: If you are interested in participating in the WordPress Credits program, please reach out by filling the interest form.
  • Students: If you’re a student and find this project interesting, please share it with your professors or academic advisors, as applications must be submitted by your institution.
  • Companies: We invite companies in the WordPress ecosystem to support this initiative by:
    • Sponsoring mentors to guide new contributors.
    • Providing tools and resources that help students succeed.
    • To learn more, visit the Company Guide and fill out the form to join the program.
  • Join the Conversation: Join the #wpcredits channel in the Make WordPress Slack.

See something in the community that should be noted here or in a future newsletter? Comment below!

Stay tuned for next month’s update!

#education-buzz

Kasirye Arthur 7:28 pm on October 7, 2025
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Community Team Meeting Agenda for 09 – October -2025

The Community Team chat takes place on the first Thursday of every month in the #community-team channel on SlackSlack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/.. 

This meeting is meant for all contributors on the team and everyone who is interested in taking part in some of the things our team does. Feel free to join us, even if you are not currently active in the team!

Asia-Pacific / EMEA friendly meeting:Americas friendly meeting: You will find a preliminary agenda for the meeting below. 

If you wish to add points to discuss, comment on this post or reach out to one of the team reps: @adityakane, @Arthur, @Shusei, or @webtechpooja. It does not need to be a blog post yet, the topic can be discussed during the meeting nevertheless. We use the same agenda for both meetings.

Check-ins: Program and Event Supporters / Contributors

  • What have you been doing and how is it going? 
  • What did you accomplish after the last meeting? 
  • Are there any blockers? 
  • Can other team members help you in some way?

Highlights to Note

Here are a few things everyone should be aware of.

Open Posts

Check out these new and ongoing discussions needing review, feedback, thoughts and comments.

Reporting

Reporting a Misappropriation of Funds

Open Floor

This is your chance to discuss things that weren’t on the meeting agenda. 

We invite you to use this opportunity to share anything that you want with the team. If you currently have a topic you’d like to discuss, add it to the comments of this post and we will try to update the agenda accordingly.

Hope to see you on Thursday, either in the Asia-Pacific / EMEA (12:00 UTC) or Americas-friendly version (21:00 UTC) of the meeting!

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