Call for Contributor Stories

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WordCamp Asia celebrates the diverse, inspiring stories of contributors who help build and sustain the WordPress community. By sharing your journey, you can inspire new contributors and remind returning ones why our collective effort matters. Let your story welcome others into this vibrant world!

Who Can Share? 

Anyone who has contributed—at any level—to WordPress or its community. Whether you attended Contributor Day for the first time or have been empowering others for years, your experience is valuable. All community members, including developers, designers, translators, organizers, marketers, and supporters, are welcome to submit.

Guidelines for Submission

Things you need to take care of:

  • Format:
    • Text: 250 words or fewer
    • Audio/Video: 1–10 minutes (Optional)
    • Supplementary Materials: Share links (e.g., Google Drive, YouTube) if you want, with proper permissions. Only materials you grant explicit permission for will be made public on WordCamp Asia’s official platforms: website, social media, and YouTube channel.
  • Language:
    • You’re welcome to write in your native language! We’ll add English translations below each paragraph so everyone can follow along.
  • Content Focus:
    • Balance storytelling (Optional – Specific examples of your contribution would be helpful.)
    • For audio/video, ensure clarity and narrative focus—prioritize the parts that can inspire others.
    • Stay within the time/word limit; edit for brevity and impact.
  • Submission
    • Use the official Google Form by clicking the button below. You’ll receive an email copy and an edit link to make changes until the deadline.

Please submit your story by 1 December 2025, for an opportunity to be showcased on the WordCamp Asia 2026’s blog, social media and YouTube.

Selection Process

  1. Evaluated by a diverse team for clarity, authenticity, narrative balance, and inspirational power.
  2. Stories reflecting a range of backgrounds, locations, and experiences are shortlisted.
  3. Minor edits for grammar and clarity; final approval before publishing.

FAQ

Can I submit in any format?
Yes—text, audio, or video. Just follow the length guidelines.

Can I submit a video story?

Absolutely! You can submit a video (1–10 minutes) capturing your WordPress contribution experience. Make sure your video is focused, easy to understand, and highlights the aspects of your journey most relevant for new contributors

Can I share an existing video from my channel or social media?

We ask that you create a new, personalized video specifically for this Contributor Story Call. This helps us feature your content in our event, blog, and social media shorts while ensuring it is tailored to inspire new contributors. Existing videos are great, but a fresh recording focused on this opportunity will have the most impact!

Can I edit after submitting?
Yes, with the Google Form’s edit link until the submission deadline.

Do I have to share in English?
No, but English is preferred. We’ll help translate if needed. If we can’t translate it we will use the original context as promoting diverse languages.

Is my photo required?
Gravatar will automatically pull it using your email address associated with it. If you want, you can share a separate photo. It will help us to connect your story to the community.

What about supplementary links?
You can submit them, with permissions. Only approved materials will be public.

Who do I contact with questions?
Email asia@wordcamp.org.

Some Inspiration to Look At

We are excited to hear your story! Every journey—big or small—matters in making WordPress possible.

Send your story and help inspire the next wave of contributors. Thank you for being part of this amazing community!