{"id":5,"date":"2025-06-20T13:21:45","date_gmt":"2025-06-20T12:21:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uyo.wordcamp.org\/2025\/?p=5"},"modified":"2025-08-16T22:36:08","modified_gmt":"2025-08-16T21:36:08","slug":"call-for-speakers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uyo.wordcamp.org\/2025\/call-for-speakers\/","title":{"rendered":"Call for Speakers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We are excited to announce the opening of our Call for Speakers and invite professionals, creatives, developers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders to join our speaker lineup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you passionate about WordPress, open source, or digital innovation? Do you have a unique story, insight, or strategy that could inspire others? If so, we want YOU to speak at WordCamp Uyo 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WordCamp Uyo is more than just a tech event; it\u2019s a celebration of open source, innovation, and the people using WordPress to shape the digital world. This year\u2019s theme, \u201cEmpowering the Digital Future,\u201d<\/mark><\/strong> reflects our mission to help individuals and businesses harness the power of WordPress to thrive online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us in the beautiful city of Uyo, Nigeri<\/strong>a, on September 20th, 2025<\/strong>, at the Vinpy Event Centre.<\/strong> This event will bring together web developers, designers, business owners, content creators, marketers, students, and open-source advocates from across the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now, we invite you to take the stage and share your knowledge, experience, or unique insights with our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apply to Speak Now<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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What Can You Speak About?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

We encourage speakers of all levels to apply, from beginners to seasoned professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Design<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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  • Accessible Design for WordPress Websites<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Best Practices in Design and Brand Identity<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Enhancing User Experience and Usability<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Typography and Fonts for the Web<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • User Psychology in Design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Business & Marketing<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    • Business and Entrepreneurship<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Case Studies and Success Stories<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Content Creation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Growth and Marketing Automation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Modern SEO Strategies <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Monetization Trends<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      Development<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      • Future Trends in WordPress and Open Source<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Blocks, and Full Site Editing (FSE)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Enhancing WordPress with Plugins and Integrations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Gutenberg Project Phases Four \u2013 Multilingual<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Core Web Vitals<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Headless WordPress<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Implementing Agile Frameworks<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Optimizing Website Performance and Security<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Web3 and the Open Web<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • WordPress for Enterprises<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • WordPress Multisites<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • WordPress Security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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        Community & People<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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        • Building and Cultivating Community and Culture<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Career Opportunities in WordPress<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Promoting Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Other<\/strong>s<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

          If you have an idea outside of these categories, feel free to pitch it. We are open to all WordPress-related topics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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          Who Can Apply?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          We encourage speakers of all levels to apply. Whether you\u2019re a first-time speaker or a seasoned presenter, WordCamp Uyo is an inclusive platform for diverse voices and fresh perspectives. We encourage submissions from all backgrounds, industries, and skill levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          Why Speak at WordCamp Uyo?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          • Complimentary entry to WordCamp Uyo 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Profile featured on our website and event materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Connect with a vibrant tech community<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Make a lasting impact by sharing your experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Be part of WordPress history in Akwa Ibom State<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            Speaker Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            If you\u2019d like to propose multiple topics, please submit the form multiple times, once for each topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Please make sure to describe how your talk will benefit WordCamp Uyo attendees and what may set it apart from other submissions on the same topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            WordCamp Uyo 2025 Speaker applications are now closed. Thanks to everyone who has submitted their interest.<\/strong><\/code><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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