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This recap is a summary of the Community Team monthly meeting. It will cover the discussion points, ideas, and decisions that came up during the meeting. The aim of this recap is to provide a quick overview for those who were unable to attend, as well as an overview for everyone. These meetings were based on the Agenda for April and are held in our #community-teamSlackSlackSlack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/. channel on Make WordPress.
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Chat Summary
Here are some discussion points from the meeting.
Highlights to Note
Here are a few things everyone should be aware of:
The Incident Response Team is looking for new members The Incident Response Team (IRT) is seeking new contributors! If you have experience in community moderation, conflict resolution, or DEIB practices, consider applying. Applications are open until July 6, 2025.
A Little (Late) Spring Cleaning A major audit reviewed outdated GitHubGitHubGitHub is a website that offers online implementation of git repositories that can easily be shared, copied and modified by other developers.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 https://github.com/ repos, plugins, and Slack channels – 20 GitHub repos, 11 outdated plugins, and 30 Slack channels archived to reduce clutter and improve focus.
🎟️ Proposal: Prioritizing CampTix Improvements for a Better Organizer and Attendee Experience A new proposal suggests prioritizing enhancements to CampTix to improve the experience for both organizers and attendees. Ideas include better ticket management, smoother refund handling, and improved data exports. Feedback is invited from past and potential WordCampWordCampWordCamps 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. organizers.
🤝 Five for the Future WCEU25 Chat recap – Big conversation on the future of contribution, funding, and recognition. Discussion on the future of contribution, funding, and recognition. Topics include redefining “5ftF”, supporting non-code contributors, addressing burnout, transparent governance, and using AI for onboarding.
Next Meeting
Community Team Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month. There are two meetings to support different time zones. The meetings will take place on #community-team on Slack.
The Community Team Monthly Meetings happen on the first Thursdays of every month. These meetings can be facilitated and run by any member of the community team and are a great opportunity to engage with the rest of the community and team.
If you are interested in facilitating any of these meetings in the future, please feel free to comment or get in touch with any of the Community Team Reps.
The Community Team chat takes place on the first Thursday of every month in the #community-team channel on SlackSlackSlack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/.. This month it will be on 3rd July 2025.
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!
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.
Call for meeting host and notetaker If anyone is available to host this month’s or next month’s Community Team meetings and/or write the recap notes, please reach out to one of the team reps: @adityakane, @Arthur, @Shusei, or @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.
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!
The Community Team had a vibrant and productive Contributor DayContributor DayContributor 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/. at WordCampWordCampWordCamps 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. Europe 2025! Over 50 contributors stopped by our tables throughout the day, sharing ideas, asking questions, and pushing forward the global WordPress community.
As outlined in our Contributor Day agenda, we focused on welcoming new organizers, unblocking ongoing projects, and brainstorming future events. To make the most of everyone’s interests and experience, we split into two main tables:
Rocío Valdivia (@_dorsvenabili) led a group focused on MeetupsMeetupMeetup 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. and new community organizers. Discussions ranged from how to restart inactive groups to how to bring in fresh faces and create a welcoming environment for first-time attendees.
Juan Hernando (@unintended8) coordinated the table focused on WordCamps and other larger-scale events. Conversations touched on common challenges like finding speakers and sponsors, engaging new audiences, and delivering value to everyone.
We also discussed Campus Connect, a new initiative designed to reach future community members where they are, on campus, and how this could help unlock growth in new regions.
Some highlights from the day:
Interest was expressed in organizing a 🇸🇮 WordCamp Slovenia in Ljubljana
Interest was expressed in organizing a 🇪🇪 WordCamp Estonia in Tallinn
Proposal to host a hackathon-style event in 🇩🇪 Leipzig, Germany
Budget reviewed and approved for 🇮🇳 WordCamp Bengaluru
Budget also reviewed and approved for the 📸 Summer Photo Contest event
Interest in running a Campus Connect event in 🇪🇸 Málaga, Spain
New MeetupMeetupMeetup 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. group proposals from 🇦🇺 Australia, 🇩🇪 Germany, 🇵🇱 Poland, and 🇹🇭 Thailand
Application submitted for a 🛍️ WordPress Day for eCommerce 2025in 🇵🇹 Porto
Proposal sent for 🇵🇹 WordCamp Portugal 2026 in Porto
It was a great day of collaboration, inspiration, and real progress. Thank you to everyone who joined us, your energy and ideas are what keep this global community thriving.
To capture the spirit of the day, here are some photos from our tables and the amazing contributors who joined us. From deep discussions to spontaneous smiles, these moments show what makes the WordPress community so special.
WordCampWordCampWordCamps 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. Europe 2025 is almost here, and so is Contributor DayContributor DayContributor 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/., one of the most energizing and collaborative moments of the whole week. If you’re planning to join the Community Team table, here’s what to expect and how to prepare.
Whether you’ve never contributed before or you’re a long-time organizer, you are more than welcome to join us. Our table is open to everyone interested in supporting WordPress communities around the world — from local meetupsMeetupMeetup 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. and WordCamps to new initiatives like Campus Connect.
🕘 Contributor Day Schedule
09:15 Opening and welcome 10:00 Contributing to WordPress – Community Team welcome and onboarding 12:15 Group photo 12:30 Lunch 14:00 Contributing to WordPress – Let’s keep collaborating 16:30 Teams summaries and wrap-up
💡 What we’ll be working on
We want this to be a practical and inspiring day. Bring your ideas, questions, and curiosity, and let’s turn them into actions together. Here are some topics we’ll be exploring:
Onboarding for new contributors: First time here? Don’t worry, we’ll help you get started, understand what the Community Team does, and find your place.
Campus Connect: Help us shape this new initiative to bring WordPress to universities and student communities. Got academic contacts or ideas? Let’s talk.
Women’s Day 2026: Let’s reflect on the 2025 edition and start planning how to grow the impact of next year’s events.
Reach new audiences: How can we connect with people who haven’t heard of WordPress events yet? Let’s brainstorm ideas and campaigns that can work globally, and locally.
GatherPress: Have you heard of this new tool for managing events in the WordPress ecosystem? Join the discussion and help us test it in real-world meetups.
Process Q&A and hands-on tasks: If you’re planning to organize a WordCamp, a meetupMeetupMeetup 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., or just want to understand how the team works: bring your questions! For more experienced contributors, there will be space to:
Vet Meetup and WordCamp applications
Triage HelpScout conversations
Answer questions from newer supporters and organizers
🤝 Want to help?
This year, the table will be facilitated by Juan Hernando, but we’d love to have more voices and perspectives. If you’re a Program ManagerProgram ManagerProgram Managers (formerly Super Deputies) are Program Supporters who can perform extra tasks on WordCamp.org like creating new sites and publishing WordCamps to the schedule., Program SupporterProgram SupporterCommunity Program Supporters (formerly Deputies) are a team of people worldwide who review WordCamp and Meetup applications, interview lead organizers, and keep things moving at WordCamp Central. Find more about program supporters in our Program Supporter Handbook., or Event SupporterEvent SupporterEvent 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. attending Contributor Day, step up and help onboard people, guide discussions, or take notes.
📣 Note takers are very welcome! We want this day to end not just with good ideas, but with clear takeaways and action points. Think:
Come with an idea, leave with a team to help you make it happen.
The Community Team chat takes place the first Thursday of every month in the #community-team channel on SlackSlackSlack 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!
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.
Call for meeting host and notetaker If anyone is available to host this month’s or next month’s Community Team meetings and/or write the recap notes, please reach out to one of the team reps: @adityakane, @Arthur, @Shusei, or @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.
Announcing WordCamp Volunteer Badges on WordPress.org Profiles, there is cool badge for WordCampWordCampWordCamps 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. volunteers, check the post for the complete details.
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!
Hold onto your keyboards, WordPress Events fam—we’ve got some exciting news for you! 🚀
We’re rolling out the virtual red carpet and giving a big WordPress welcome to our newest Global Sponsor, Automattic (Jetpack + WordPress.com)! 🎊
Whether you’re here for the code, the community, or just the free coffee (we see you 👀), our Global Sponsors help make WordPress Events the go-to space for learning, collaborating, and celebrating the open-source magic we all love.
With Automattic’s support, we look forward to enhancing our events and continuing to strengthen the WordPress community worldwide.
Want all the details on the 2025 Global Sponsorship program? Check out our exciting announcement post where we give a warm welcome to Woo & A2 Hosting as the debut members of the Global Sponsorship family!
A big thank you to everyone who applied to be part of the Community Team’s event program as Supporters! We appreciate your enthusiasm and involvement! We also apologize for the delay in processing applications.
After reviewing 28 applications, we are pleased to announce that we have accepted 22 applicants. Successful applicants will be contacted by their assigned mentorsEvent SupporterEvent 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., with onboarding scheduled to be completed by the end of January 2025. For those who were not selected, you will receive a notification by the end of December 2024.
We’ve created several groups of Mentors/Mentees and they’ll start the onboarding and training sessions starting in January 2025.
During the onboarding process and their first few months, newly onboarded Supporter groups are encouraged to reach out to their mentors and collaborate with other Supporters. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn and grow together!
For more details, please refer to our original announcement here.
Thank you once again for your interest and commitment to the WordPress community!
Thank you, @_dorsvenabili, for your collaboration on this post!
With most of the Program Managers who routinely handle WPCSWordPress Community SupportWordPress Community Support PBC is a Public Benefit Corporation, created specifically to be the financial and legal support for WordCamps, WordPress Meetup groups, and any additional “official” events organized within the WordPress Community Events program. banking, and many program supporters offline to celebrate end of year holidays we’ll be pausing our payments program Saturday December 21 through Sunday January 5.
During this time we’ll halt all vendor payments, reimbursements, sponsor invoicing, sponsor payment attribution, and contract review and approval. If you’ll need to pay for goods or services during that time please submit all requests no later than FridayDecember 20th 10:00 UTC.
Requests and invoices submitted after Friday 20th will not likely be processed until Monday, January 6, 2025. Sponsor invoices paid during the intermission won’t be marked paid until after January 6, 2025.
Join us in empowering the future of open sourceOpen SourceOpen 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. innovation by becoming a valued sponsor of WordPress event series dedicated to advancing our project. By participating in the Global Community Sponsorship Program, you will gain visibility and recognition among event attendees and community members. This program’s unique benefit is the opportunity to demonstrate your commitment to the project by funding engaging events that foster growth and strengthen our community.
Why join this program instead of sponsoring individual events?
Our Global Community Sponsorship Program can streamline your support for the thriving WordPress community. As the ecosystem expands, this program offers a strategic advantage over individual event sponsorships:
Efficiency and Simplified Administration: Bypass the complexity of coordinating with multiple volunteer teams. Our centralized approach saves you valuable time and resources.For 2025, this will include a designated SlackSlackSlack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/. channel for direct communication with the WordPress Community SupportWordPress Community SupportWordPress Community Support PBC is a Public Benefit Corporation, created specifically to be the financial and legal support for WordCamps, WordPress Meetup groups, and any additional “official” events organized within the WordPress Community Events program. team and trusted Community Program Managers. In addition, Global Sponsors will receive a monthly email with a listing of upcoming WordPress events, status in the planning process, and planned dates for the events.
Reach and Impact: Ensure your support consistently reaches WordPress community events worldwide, maximizing your visibility and influence.
Stability: Provide crucial stability to locally organized events, fostering a stronger, more vibrant WordPress community.
Flexible Branding: Sponsors can showcase different brands across events, adapting to mergers and acquisitions.
Program Specific Benefits:
Top-tier benefits at every local WordPress event
First right to claim a sponsor’s table at in-person WordPress events, if table space is available
Option to represent a different company brand at each WordPress event (subject to approval and requires company communication in advance)
A sponsor landing page with a discount or coupon code for your product or service posted to all WordPress event sites.
Several free WordPress event tickets to each in-person event reserved for company representatives
Acknowledgement across all WordPress Events:
Name, logo, and company description on all WordCampWordCampWordCamps 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. websites
Inclusion in the “Thank You to Our Sponsors” blog on each WordCamp website
Acknowledgement in all WordCamp “ticket purchase successful” pages
Logo and a link back to the sponsor’s landing page of choice on all WordPress Chapter MeetupMeetupMeetup 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. group landing pages and events pages (652 active Meetup groups are currently in the WordPress Chapter)
Acknowledgement on all Meetup Organizer Newsletters
Verbal acknowledgement by Meetup Organizers who make use of venue sponsorship funds
Acknowledgement on the WordCamp CentralWordCamp CentralWebsite for all WordCamp activities globally. https://central.wordcamp.org includes a list of upcoming and past camp with links to each. and events.wordpress.orgWordPress.orgThe 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/ home page (over 750,000 annual views)
Quarterly acknowledgements on WordPress.org’s X.com/Twitter and Facebook
How are the Global Sponsorship Funds used?
All event planning is handled by WordPress enthusiasts who are a part of the worldwide community, with assistance from the WordPress Community Support team. The Global Sponsorship funds are used for the following expenses:
Sponsorship grants to local WordPress events around the world to be used towards venue rental, food and beverage for the event, audio/visual expenses, etc. (excludes flagship events)
Meetup.com license fees which allows 633 Meetup groups around the globe to utilize the platform to inform their local communities of Meetup events happening throughout the year.
Overhead expenses of WordPress Community Support related to supporting WordPress events during the year (bank fees, liability insurance for all events, professional fees associated with an external audit of the company’s financials)
Event organizers can find in the WordCamp Organizer Handbook all details and guidelines regarding Global Sponsorship.
Current Year Rate:
$160,000 annual fee payable in full or quarterly billings.
If your company is interested in joining the Global Sponsorship program or you would like to know more, please reach out to WordPress Community Support at support@wordcamp.org!
This newsletter edition is packed with inspiration and opportunities to grow your local WordPress community. From the Call for Speakers for WordCampWordCampWordCamps 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. Europe 2025 to hosting your State of the WordState of the WordThis is the annual report given by Matt Mullenweg, founder of WordPress at WordCamp US. It looks at what we’ve done, what we’re doing, and the future of WordPress. https://wordpress.tv/tag/state-of-the-word/. watch party, many ways exist to get involved and make an impact. Learn from recent meetupsMeetupMeetup 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., like Castilla-La Mancha’s first gathering or Bhopal’s 100th milestone, and discover how to bring unique initiatives, like the WordPress Showcase, to your events. Let’s continue building a vibrant, connected community together!
Let’s Spread the Word: Call for Speakers WordCamp Europe 2025 Open Now!
WordCamp Europe 2025 is gearing up to be an incredible celebration of the WordPress community – and it needs your voice to make it truly unforgettable!
This is your opportunity to shine, share your expertise, and inspire the WordPress community from the stage. Whether you’re a seasoned speaker or taking the mic for the first time, WordCamp Europe offers formats for everyone:
We’re incredibly excited to hear from new voices and underrepresented groups. The Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship is also available to help make this event accessible to passionate speakers who face financial barriers.
Let’s work together to amplify this opportunity. Share the Call for Speakers with your MeetupMeetupMeetup 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. group & encourage your local community to apply!
Why not take to the stage yourself? Your voice matters, and we can’t wait to hear from you!
Get ready to join the global excitement of the WordPress community!
Event Details 📅 Date: December 16, 2024 📍 Location: Tokyo, Japan ⏰ Time: 09:00 UTC (18:00 JST)
Host Your Own Watch Party! Gather your local WordPress community for a watch party—live or at a time that works for you. Recordings will be available on YouTube right after the event!
Need Help Getting Started?
Find a Venue: Meetup groups can request venue support by just filling out the venue request form.
Make It Official: Add “State of the Word” to your event title, and it will make it available on the list of Watch Parties, where attendees can find gatherings in their language or nearby!
Let’s celebrate the magic of WordPress together! Have questions? Reach out—we’re here to help make your event a success!
The event showcased inspiring highlights, including high school students building a WordPress site for a satellite competition, a determined mompreneur skillfully balancing her WooCommerce business while raising three children, and a dedicated teacher eager to enhance his site’s security after recovering from a hacking incident.
Even participants from Albacete made the trip, which took more than one hour! This meetup showed that every website has a story worth telling.
WordPress Bhopal Celebrated its 9th Anniversary and 100th Meetup!
The event brought together a diverse group of passionate members, including those who traveled from nearby cities like Vidisha and Siraunj, taking 2-3 hours to join the celebration. Highlights included a cake-cutting ceremony and inspiring success stories from those who have contributed to WordPress over the years.
Aditya Shah’s dedication to fostering a collaborative and inclusive WordPress community in Bhopal has been instrumental in its growth.
This story of teamwork and impact is a testament that no matter where you stand in life—whether a student, freelancer, engineer, marketer, advocate, or business owner—WordPress is for all!
Bring a WordPress Showcase to Your Local Meetup!
Inspired by WordCamp Ahmedabad’s WordPress Showcase? Why not create something similar at your next meetup? Highlighting local WordPress projects is a fantastic way to celebrate creativity, inspire your community, and show off the incredible possibilities of WordPress.
Encourage attendees to present their unique projects, from bold websites to niche solutions. Dive into the stories and tech behind their work to spark meaningful conversations and share valuable insights. It’s an opportunity to connect, learn, and foster collaboration among your area’s developers, designers, business owners, and creators.
Start small—feature a few standout projects and invite participants to share how WordPress empowered them. Your meetup could spark new ideas and stronger connections within your community!
WordPress Event Organizers, We Want to Feature You!
We love highlighting WordPress events from around the world in our newsletters. Want your Meetup to be featured? Share a picture with the Community team! Post it on the #community-eventsSlack channel. Remember to ask permission from your group members before taking and sharing photos.
Need Support or Guidance From the WordPress Global Community TeamGlobal Community TeamA group of community organizers and contributors who collaborate on local events about WordPress — monthly WordPress meetups and/or annual conferences called WordCamps.?
If you have any questions, Community Team Supporters are here to help. Please email us at support@wordcamp.org or join the #community-eventsSlack channel. Thanks for everything you do to grow and support the WordPress community — let’s keep sharing knowledge and inspiring each other with our contributions!
