{"id":371,"date":"2025-12-16T10:26:10","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T09:26:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/?page_id=371"},"modified":"2026-05-12T08:49:50","modified_gmt":"2026-05-12T06:49:50","slug":"call-for-speakers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/call-for-speakers\/","title":{"rendered":"Call for Speakers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b8d7fad8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-b5e31e1a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:0\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"border-style:none;border-width:0px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">WordCamp Slovenia 2026 brings together the Slovenian WordPress community for <strong>one full day of learning, inspiration, and connection.<\/strong> It\u2019s a place where ideas are shared openly, experiences are exchanged, and the local community connects with the wider WordPress ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This event is community-run and proudly inclusive. <strong>We welcome speakers of all backgrounds, roles, and experience levels:<\/strong> developers, designers, content creators, marketers, entrepreneurs, educators, contributors, and anyone working with or around WordPress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">Whether you\u2019re a seasoned professional or someone speaking at a conference for the first time, <strong>your perspective matters. <\/strong>If you have a story to tell, a lesson learned, a challenge overcome, or an idea worth sharing, we encourage you to step forward and apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-054df78daddf55ee460a49c678e2241f\" style=\"color:#2f6e5a\"><strong>Why speak at WordCamp Slovenia?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Speaking at WordCamp Slovenia is an opportunity to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Share your knowledge and experience with a supportive, engaged audience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build your professional visibility within the WordPress community<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contribute to the growth of the Slovenian WordPress ecosystem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect with like-minded people and fellow professionals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain speaking experience in a welcoming, community-first environment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">You don\u2019t need to be a \u201cbig name\u201d or a core contributor. Many of the most valuable talks come from real-world projects, honest mistakes, practical workflows, and lessons learned along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-medium-font-size has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/speaker-application\/\" style=\"letter-spacing:2%\">Send your application<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full bg-style-right wp-duotone-unset-1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"589\" height=\"916\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/files\/2025\/12\/Vector-3.png?resize=589%2C916&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-884\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/files\/2025\/12\/Vector-3.png?w=589&amp;ssl=1 589w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/files\/2025\/12\/Vector-3.png?resize=193%2C300&amp;ssl=1 193w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 589px) 100vw, 589px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c3ff384f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-eb31b74c wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">Here\u2019s what you can expect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-489e3cf1288d6551bb1feabf265df668\" style=\"color:#2f6e5a;padding-top:0.5em;padding-bottom:0\"><strong>Event format and sessions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">WordCamp Slovenia 2026 will feature one day of talks and workshops. Here\u2019s how you can get involved:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\"><strong>Long talk: <br><\/strong>This is the classic WordCamp format, giving you plenty of time to dive deep into any topic you\u2019re passionate about. You can use the whole time or leave room for questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\"><strong>Workshops: <\/strong><br>Want to get hands-on? Lead a classroom-style session where attendees can roll up their sleeves and engage in a hands-on, practical learning experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lightning talk:<\/strong><br>Got a quick idea, tip, or story to share? Lightning talks are short, high-energy sessions perfect for one clear takeaway, a practical tip, or a \u201chere\u2019s what I learned\u201d moment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull black-section has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-24910fa9 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#050708;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-base-2-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-722828ba4a25752a717757114d85ab74 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\"><strong>We particularly encourage women to apply. Whether you work as a developer, in a technical role, or specialise in other areas related to the WordPress ecosystem, you\u2019re most welcome to apply!!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull group-z has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e6fe4d57 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9e879dc399f2afc0d56878741b8562bd\" style=\"color:#426c5b;padding-top:0.5em;padding-bottom:0\"><strong>Do I need to be an experienced speaker?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">We welcome speakers of all experience levels. Whether you\u2019ve presented before or it\u2019s your first time, we\u2019d love to hear from you. If you feel ready and excited, go for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3c5543adfa79071568ef1c262efd5a74\" style=\"color:#426c5b;padding-top:0.5em;padding-bottom:0\"><strong>Support for underrepresented speakers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">WordCamp Slovenia 2026 is all about diversity, inclusion, and creating a welcoming space for everyone. We like to hear new voices and fresh perspectives. If you feel you\u2019re part of an underrepresented group, we encourage you to apply and share your unique story or insights.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4bfbc838 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#edf8ef;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:0\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7179bd0d1fd620f4d4638532ef58bdf6\" style=\"color:#2f6e5a;padding-top:0.5em;padding-bottom:0\"><strong>What makes an excellent proposal?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">The possibilities are endless! We\u2019re seeking speakers who are passionate about WordPress and eager to share something exceptional with the community. Whether it\u2019s a technical deep dive, a story of inspiration, or an innovative use case for WordPress, we want to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">After analysing surveys from several different groups, we arrived at the following list of \u201cwanted\u201d topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-67953f90 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:0\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5e2f87caf5d526f4d7cda55cc33f8a35\" style=\"color:#2f6e5a;padding-top:0.5em;padding-bottom:0\"><strong>Technical\/Development<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column mobile-p is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:0;padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c443ed5429b63f4eaf43225d657895fb\" style=\"color:#2f6e5a;padding-top:0.5em;padding-bottom:0\"><strong>Business and marketing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column mobile-p is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-892b6d6886fcee5cdaf3cafb4fb16f21\" style=\"color:#2f6e5a;padding-top:0.5em;padding-bottom:0\"><strong>User-focused&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column mobile-p is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b4e3611697d47f80b69dfef7a15c577d\" style=\"color:#2f6e5a;padding-top:0.5em;padding-bottom:0\"><strong>Education<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column mobile-p is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4f924d85e80c76db95d461d50362acb0\" style=\"color:#2f6e5a;padding-top:0.5em;padding-bottom:0\"><strong>Other<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-0230dfd8 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignright size-full bg-style-right1 wp-duotone-unset-2\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"589\" height=\"916\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/files\/2025\/12\/Vector-3.png?resize=589%2C916&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-884\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/files\/2025\/12\/Vector-3.png?w=589&amp;ssl=1 589w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/files\/2025\/12\/Vector-3.png?resize=193%2C300&amp;ssl=1 193w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 589px) 100vw, 589px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full bg-style-left wp-duotone-unset-3\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"630\" height=\"893\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/files\/2025\/12\/Vector-4.png?resize=630%2C893&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-930\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/files\/2025\/12\/Vector-4.png?w=630&amp;ssl=1 630w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/files\/2025\/12\/Vector-4.png?resize=212%2C300&amp;ssl=1 212w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group mobile-width has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-e9f37c29 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group mobile-width has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-2cfba5d7 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:#edf8ef;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3fae69a1b3ebb2f14e47ee40d11c4a17\" style=\"color:#426c5b;padding-top:0.5em;padding-bottom:0\"><strong>Plus, we\u2019ve got your back!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\">We aim to support speakers throughout the process by providing clear guidance, timely communication, and help from the organizing team whenever needed, so they can feel prepared and confident. Together, we\u2019re building WordCamp Slovenia 2026 as a strong reflection of our community and we\u2019re looking forward to hearing from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons has-custom-font-size has-medium-font-size is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\" style=\"letter-spacing:2%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/slovenia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/speaker-application\/\" style=\"letter-spacing:2%\">Send your application<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group mobile-width has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-558233ba wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center mobile-timeline has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c902cabc32208277a27776623d3040ac\" style=\"color:#426c5b;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><strong>TIMELINE<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list mobile-timeline\">\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\"><strong>January 14<\/strong> \u2014 Call For Speakers opens<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\"><strong>April <\/strong>1\u2014 Call For Speakers closes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\"><strong>Early March<\/strong>\u2014 Speaker selection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\"><strong>Late March<\/strong> \u2014 Applicants will receive a response to their applications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\"><strong>March and April <\/strong>\u2014 Schedule release\/speakers lineup announcement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\"><strong>May 11 <\/strong>\u2014 Delivery deadline for slides<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\"><strong>May<\/strong> <strong>16<\/strong> \u2014 WordCamp Slovenia<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WordCamp Slovenia 2026 brings together the Slovenian WordPress community for one full day of learning, inspiration, and connection. 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