Dear lovely human who cares about open-source and its freedom, How has your sleep been recently? It’s again a night, I can’t sleep well. Many thoughts keeping me up at night. Thoughts and conversations running wild in my head. Did you see the movie “Inside out 2”? The current accumulation of my feelings reminds me…
Firstly, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to my travel fund crowdfunding campaign. Your generosity made it possible for me to attend WordCamp Europe and continue my advocacy for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIBDEIB DEIB stands for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.) within the WordPress community. Your support is…
In the world of WordPress and open-source, we’ve started making strides towards inclusivity, especially with some companies setting up diversity travel funds for speakers from underrepresented groups. That’s remarkable, but there’s a big piece of the puzzle still missing. Backbone Contributor Day Attendees and Table leads are left out. As a long-term contributor, I’ve been…
In my presentation, titled “Beyond the Visible: Crafting Inclusive WordPress Events for Those with Invisible Illnesses and Chronic Disabilities,” I delved into the often overlooked aspect of accessibility – catering to those with invisible illnesses and chronic disabilities.
Ineligible to apply for the speaker travel fund. Your support, no matter the amount, would mean the world to me. It will help ensure that I can fully participate in WordCamp US.
Relive WordCamp Europe 2023’s Contributor Day: inspiring meetings, vibrant discussions, and preparations for WordCamp Germany. Join us for an upcoming panel on non-coding WordPress contributions!
Unearth insights on overcoming #WCEU obstacles, turning challenges into opportunities for growth. Embark on a journey of resilience and empowerment today.
Inclusivity in Action explores how no-code contributions are driving diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in WordPress. By empowering individuals with diverse backgrounds and skill sets to contribute to the platform, WordPress is creating a more inclusive and representative community.
In the spirit of the #WP20 celebrations and fostering an ever-improving community, I want to address a conversation that recently arose within our ranks that resonates deeply with me, and I believe, with many of us. The discussion centered around the announced speaker lineup for WordCamp Europe 2023, where community members pointed out a lack…
Reflecting on 20 years with WordPress, Birgit Olzem shares her journey of resilience, community strength, and how WordPress saved her life. Her story inspires advocacy for greater DEIB within the WordPress community.