Call for Wapuu

The WordCamp Asia Team is excited to announce the call for submissions for Wapuu designs for WordCamp Asia 2025, set to take place in Manila, Philippines! We invite everyone, regardless of design experience, to participate in creating a Wapuu that embodies the rich culture of the Philippines and the spirit of WordCamp.

What is Wapuu?

Wapuu is the beloved unofficial mascot of WordPress, first conceptualized during the WordCamp Tokyo 2009 after-party and brought to life by Kaneuchi Kazuko.

The original Wapuu made its debut at WordCamp Fukuoka 2011 and has since been adapted by WordPress communities worldwide, often reflecting local cultures.

We are seeking a Wapuu design that best represents WordCamp Asia 2025 and captures the essence of the Philippines. Your design should reflect:

  • Asian culture or local culture of the Philippines
  • The vision of WordCamp Asia 2025 as a platform for inclusivity, diversity, engagement, sharing, and support. We aim to welcome individuals from various backgrounds and fields, creating a safe and encouraging environment for all.

Important Notes

  • Submissions are open to everyone, not just designers.
  • You can submit as an individual or as a team, and multiple designs are welcome.
  • Designs must be original and adhere to copyright laws. Plagiarized or non-compliant submissions will be disqualified.
  • The WordCamp Asia team may request tweaks to the winning design and permission to make edits if necessary.
  • The winning Wapuu will be featured on WordCamp Asia 2025 merchandise, banners, and more.
  • The original designer retains copyright, though the WordCamp Asia design team may make necessary alterations.
  • Ensure your design follows the Wapuu guidelines.

Important Dates

  • Application Deadline: November 4, 2024
  • Winner Announcement: November 20, 2024

The Winner Receives

  • All swag featuring the winning Wapuu at WordCamp Asia 2025.
  • Recognition in the WordCamp Asia 2025 Wapuu announcement post.

How to Submit

  1. Download the original Wapuu file from GitHub and use it as a base for your design.
  2. Create your Wapuu in vector format (.svg, .ai, .eps).
  3. Upload your design to Google Drive, GitHub, or Figma.
  4. Share the URL with us through the submission form below.
Submit here →

We eagerly await your Wapuu submissions! For any questions, contact us at asia@wordcamp.org