Announcements

  • Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – Hostinger

    Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – Hostinger

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    We are delighted to welcome Hostinger as a Super Admin Sponsor of WordCamp Asia 2026, taking place this April in Mumbai. Hostinger empowers millions of people worldwide to build and grow their online presence. With reliable hosting, WordPress optimised solutions, and user-friendly tools, Hostinger helps creators, developers, and businesses launch websites with confidence and scale…

  • Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – GoDaddy

    Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – GoDaddy

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    Sandeep Kumar
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    We’re excited to welcome GoDaddy as a Super Admin Sponsor of WordCamp Asia 2026, happening this April in Mumbai. GoDaddy supports millions of entrepreneurs, developers, and small businesses worldwide by helping them build, manage, and grow their online presence. From domain registration and hosting to website tools and commerce solutions, GoDaddy plays an important role…

  • 5 Career Conversations You Will Have at WCAsia26

    5 Career Conversations You Will Have at WCAsia26

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    Arundhati
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    WordCamp Asia 2026 is more than a conference. It is where real career conversations begin. From first time contributors to seasoned agency owners, attendees connect over support work, freelancing journeys, open source contributions, and long term growth within WordPress. Many discover that WordPress is not just a skill. It is a sustainable career path. Come…

  • Your Next Bite Is Here

    Your Next Bite Is Here

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    Arundhati
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    Mumbai is not just a host city. It is a full sensory experience. From legendary vada pav joints and iconic seafood spots to vegetarian thalis, vegan cafés and BKC’s buzzing dinner scene, your WordCamp schedule now comes with a side of serious flavour. Whether you are closing deals over dinner, debating plugins over pani puri,…

  • Meet Our Speakers: Round 5

    Meet Our Speakers: Round 5

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    Pratik Shrestha
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    Another wave of brilliant minds is joining the stage at WordCamp Asia 2026 — and we couldn’t be more excited to introduce them. This round brings together a diverse mix of leaders, creators, product thinkers, and open-source contributors from across the WordPress ecosystem. Each speaker represents a unique perspective — from building scalable products and…

  • Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – WordPress.com

    Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – WordPress.com

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    Meher Bala
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    We’re delighted to welcome WordPress.com as a Super Admin Sponsor of WordCamp Asia 2026, happening this April in Mumbai. WordPress.com helps millions of people around the world bring their ideas to life online, from personal blogs and creative portfolios to growing businesses and global publications. Built on the open-source WordPress project, WordPress.com makes publishing more…

  • Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – Salesforce

    Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – Salesforce

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    Yashwardhan Rana
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    Salesforce is globally recognized as a leader in customer relationship management (CRM) and enterprise cloud solutions. Salesforce is also a powerful ally of the open-source community, and  their support of WordCamp US speaks volumes. Salesforce’s relationship with WordPress goes far beyond sponsorship. Each year, Salesforce donates $8.8 million USD to support the Make/WordPress Slack instance,…

  • Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – Jetpack

    Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – Jetpack

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    Meher Bala
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    We are thrilled to welcome Jetpack as a Super Admin Sponsor of WordCamp Asia 2026 in Mumbai! Jetpack provides powerful tools that help WordPress users secure, grow, and optimise their websites. Jetpack supports creators, developers, and businesses at every stage of their journey- from real-time backups and malware scanning to performance, analytics, social sharing, and…

  • Panel Announcement: Education Initiatives in the WordPress Ecosystem

    Panel Announcement: Education Initiatives in the WordPress Ecosystem

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    Pratik Shrestha
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    Education is evolving — and so is the way we learn, contribute, and grow within the WordPress community. At WordCamp Asia 2026, we’re bringing together three passionate leaders who are actively shaping how WordPress connects with students, educators, and aspiring contributors around the world. About the Panel Education Initiatives in the WordPress Ecosystem is a…

  • Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – PayPal

    Thank You to our Super Admin Sponsor – PayPal

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    Meher Bala
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    We’re excited to welcome PayPal as a Super Admin Sponsor of WordCamp Asia 2026 in Mumbai! For more than 25 years, PayPal has been a leader in digital payments – creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, secure, and accessible around the world. Their platform empowers consumers and businesses across dozens…

  • Hotel Choices

    Hotel Choices

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    Arundhati
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    Mumbai offers a vibrant range of hospitality experiences. Beyond the official hotel block, attendees can choose from thoughtfully selected properties that provide convenience, comfort, and easy access to the event venue.

  • Meet Our Speakers: Round 4

    Meet Our Speakers: Round 4

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    Pooja Derashri
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    The momentum continues as we unveil the fourth round of speakers for WordCamp Asia 2026. This round brings together voices with deep experience across the WordPress ecosystem, builders, contributors, leaders, and educators who work at scale and solve real problems every day. Their perspectives reflect the realities of building with WordPress in diverse contexts, from…

  • Announcing Our Invited Speaker – Ma.tt Mullenweg

    Announcing Our Invited Speaker – Ma.tt Mullenweg

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    Pooja Derashri
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    WordCamp Asia 2026 is honored to welcome Ma.tt Mullenweg, the co-founder of WordPress, whose vision sparked a global open-source movement. About Ma.tt Mullenweg Ma.tt Mullenweg is the co-founder of WordPress, the open source platform that powers over 43 percent of websites across the internet. He is also the founder and CEO of Automattic, the company…

  • Official Hotels

    Official Hotels

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    Arundhati
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    To make your travel planning smooth and stress-free for WordCamp Asia 2026 in Mumbai, India, official partner hotels will be announced with special room rates and easy access to the conference venue — Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) in Bandra-Kurla Complex. As you plan your trip for April 9–11, 2026, we recommend booking your stay…

  • Announcing Our Invited Speaker – Mary Hubbard

    Announcing Our Invited Speaker – Mary Hubbard

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    Pooja Derashri
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    WordCamp Asia 2026 welcomes its first invited speaker, Mary Hubbard, Executive Director of WordPress and a global community leader. With over 20 years of experience, she brings practical insights on leadership, collaboration, and building sustainable open-source communities. Her session will offer valuable takeaways for contributors, organisers, and community builders.

  • Namaste India! Guide to Indian Culture

    Namaste India! Guide to Indian Culture

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    ritupriya
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    When you step off the plane in Mumbai for WordCamp Asia 2026, the first things to hit you will likely be the heat and the constant hum of the city. It can be overwhelming at first. But once you settle in, you’ll start to notice something else beneath the surface: a specific kind of energy.…

  • Meet Our Speakers: Round 3

    Meet Our Speakers: Round 3

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    Pooja Derashri
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    Our third speaker announcement brings powerful voices from across the WordPress ecosystem, sharing real experiences, fresh ideas, and practical insights.

  • Apply for Scholarships to Attend WordCamp Asia 2026

    Apply for Scholarships to Attend WordCamp Asia 2026

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    Meher Bala
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    We’re teaming up with The WordPress Foundation and WordCamp Central. Together, we’re offering two scholarships for WordCamp Asia 2026. This continues our efforts from past years. Two people will get the chance to attend Asia’s flagship WordCamp in Mumbai. Here are the two scholarships you can apply for: Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship Kim Parsell was…

  • Shoot the Vibe: Call for Photographers

    Shoot the Vibe: Call for Photographers

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    Manjul
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    This role is not about just owning a camera. It is about owning the moment. We are looking for visual storytellers with a sharp eye, quick reflexes, and the ability to capture energy as it unfolds. If you can spot the magic before it happens and frame it perfectly, this is your zone. You will…

  • Call for Contributor Day Workshop Facilitators

    Call for Contributor Day Workshop Facilitators

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    Anand Upadhyay
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    Contributor Day at WordCamp Asia has always been about learning, collaboration, and giving back to WordPress.  Alongside the traditional Contributor Day format, this year we are introducing a set of focused, hands-on workshops designed for attendees new to WordPress or contributing. These workshops are not a replacement for the existing Contributor Day activities. Instead, they…

  • Meet Our Speakers: Round 2

    Meet Our Speakers: Round 2

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    Pratik Shrestha
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    The second round of WordCamp Asia 2026 speakers is here. Meet more builders, leaders, and community voices sharing real-world insights, practical lessons, and experiences that shape the WordPress ecosystem across Asia and beyond. More inspiring sessions to come—this journey is only getting started.

  • Contributor Day Registration Is Now Open!

    Contributor Day Registration Is Now Open!

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    Rolly Bueno
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    Registration for WordCamp Asia 2026 Contributor Day is now open. Join a welcoming, hands on day of learning, collaboration, and contribution to the WordPress open source project. With beginner friendly workshops, the new Open Source Library for one on one conversations, and Make WordPress team tables, Contributor Day truly is for everyone. Whether you are…

  • Meet Our Speakers: Round 1

    Meet Our Speakers: Round 1

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    Pooja Derashri
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    We are pleased to announce the first round of speakers who will be joining us on April 9-11, 2026, in Mumbai, India. This is the first in a series of announcements

  • Apply to Become an Open-Source Book and Share Your Expertise

    Apply to Become an Open-Source Book and Share Your Expertise

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    Rolly Bueno
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    Apply now to be an Open Source Book at WordCamp Asia 2026 Contributor Day! Share your stories, insights, and experiences in technology, community, creativity, and personal growth with attendees. Connect one-on-one in a respectful, conversational space, inspire others, and help continue the tradition of the ‘Human Library’ now reintroduced as Open Source Library.

  • Get Pro Pass for WordCamp Asia 2026 – and join the Social Dinner

    Get Pro Pass for WordCamp Asia 2026 – and join the Social Dinner

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    Elvina Goves
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    Introducing the Pro Pass for WordCamp Asia 2026 – your upgrade for more visibility, stronger networking, and an enhanced conference experience. Enjoy exclusive perks like priority placement on the Attendees page, a mention in a blog post, and an invite to the Social Night Dinner. Both Standard and Pro Passes will be available when the…

  • Call for Wapuu Designs – Help Shape Our Official Mascot

    Call for Wapuu Designs – Help Shape Our Official Mascot

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    Sunita Rai
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    WordCamp Asia 2026 is inviting the community to submit their own Wapuu designs! Whether you’re a designer, artist, or Wapuu fan, you’re welcome to create and share your version of WordPress’s beloved mascot. Submit original artwork by January 15, 2026, for a chance to have your Wapuu featured across event merchandise, platforms, and promotions.

  • In Loving Memory of Zeel Thakkar

    In Loving Memory of Zeel Thakkar

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    Aditya Kane
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    It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we share the devastating news of the passing of Zeel Thakkar, a beloved member of the WordPress community and organiser of WordCamp Asia 2026. Zeel, who is from Ahmedabad, was attending WordCamp Surat on November 16, and was rushed to the hospital as she took ill.…

  • Be the Voice of WordCamp Asia 2026: Join as an Emcee

    Be the Voice of WordCamp Asia 2026: Join as an Emcee

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    Pratik Shrestha
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    WordCamp Asia 2026 is looking for enthusiastic emcees to bring energy and excitement to the stage! If you’re confident, love engaging with people, and can keep an event lively and fun, we want you. Be the voice that connects sessions and stories at Asia’s biggest WordPress event. Apply now to join the team!

  • Spotlighting Voices & topics That Inspire: The Invited Speakers Program 2026

    Spotlighting Voices & topics That Inspire: The Invited Speakers Program 2026

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    Puja More
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    At WordCamp Asia 2026, we want our sessions to spark new ideas and open fresh conversations. That’s why we’re launching the Invited Speakers Program, bringing in voices from outside WordPress, alongside our community speakers. Share the role models and topics you’d love to see, and help us shape the story together.

  • Mark Your Calendars! Next WordCamp Asia 2026 Pass Batches Drop This November!

    Mark Your Calendars! Next WordCamp Asia 2026 Pass Batches Drop This November!

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    Elvina Goves
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    The first batch of WordCamp Asia 2026 passes sold out in just 55 minutes! Missed it? Don’t worry, more batches drop this November. Mark your calendar, set your reminders, and get ready to join thousands of WordPress enthusiasts in Mumbai for Asia’s biggest celebration of creativity, code, and community!

  • Call for Contributor Stories

    Call for Contributor Stories

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    Akshaya Rane
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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…

  • Shape Contributor Day at WordCamp Asia 2026 — Share Your Ideas!

    Shape Contributor Day at WordCamp Asia 2026 — Share Your Ideas!

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    Olga Gleckler
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    Contributor Day is a unique part of WordCamp: a full day when WordPress enthusiasts from around the world come together to share, learn, and give back to WordPress. Whether you are a first-time attendee or a seasoned contributor, you’ll find a welcoming space to discover how WordPress is built, connect with amazing people, and maybe…

  • Volunteers Applications for WordCamp Asia 2026 Are Now Open

    Volunteers Applications for WordCamp Asia 2026 Are Now Open

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    Subrata Sarkar
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    WordCamp Asia 2026 is happening in Mumbai, India, from April 9-11, 2026. Take the opportunity to become a volunteer. Get connected with the global community. Enhance your professional and networking skills. You receive a complimentary ticket, an exclusive t-shirt, and exclusive swag as tokens of appreciation. Apply soon to be a part of the event.

  • First Batch of Event Passes for WordCamp Asia 2026 Now Available 

    First Batch of Event Passes for WordCamp Asia 2026 Now Available 

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    Elvina Goves
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    The first passes for WordCamp Asia 2026 are out! Join us in Mumbai, April 9–11, for three days of big ideas, hands-on sessions, and the kind of conversations that spill over into after-hours. 🎟️ Event passes go fast, lock yours in now and be part of Asia’s biggest WordPress gathering.

  • The Call for Sponsors is Now Open!

    The Call for Sponsors is Now Open!

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    Surendra Shrestha
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    With just over six months to go we are opening sponsorship opportunities for WordCamp Asia 2026! Showcase your brand, become part of the WordCamp Asia movement and support the WordPress ecosystem.

  • Host City Applications for WordCamp Asia 2027 Are Now Open!

    Host City Applications for WordCamp Asia 2027 Are Now Open!

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    Sunita Rai
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    Applications for WordCamp Asia 2027 host city are now open! From Bangkok to Taipei, Manila, and soon Mumbai, each host city has given WordCamp Asia unforgettable memories. Now, it’s time to look ahead: where should we gather in 2027? Hosting WordCamp Asia means showcasing your culture, empowering your community, and welcoming the global WordPress family.

  • Step Into the Spotlight: Call for Speakers Now Open for WordCamp Asia 2026

    Step Into the Spotlight: Call for Speakers Now Open for WordCamp Asia 2026

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    Pooja Derashri
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    WordCamp Asia 2026 is calling for speakers! First-time or experienced, if you’ve got an idea, insight, or quiet win, we want to hear it. Join us in Mumbai and inspire the WordPress community. Submit your session proposal before October 31, 2025!

  • WordCamp Asia 2026: Official Dates and Venue Announced!

    WordCamp Asia 2026: Official Dates and Venue Announced!

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    Aditya Kane
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    WordCamp Asia 2026 official dates and venue announced! Join us April 9–11 at Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, for powerful sessions, Contributor Day, and WordPress community celebration.