{"id":221,"date":"2026-05-05T09:24:18","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T06:24:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lira.wordcamp.org\/2026\/call-for-contributors\/"},"modified":"2026-08-17T16:40:05","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T13:40:05","slug":"call-for-contributors","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lira.wordcamp.org\/2026\/call-for-contributors\/","title":{"rendered":"Call for Contributors"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"model-response-message-contentr_7a2aa158d07967bb\" class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel md-content enable-luminous-fast-follows enable-updated-hr-color tutor-markdown-rendering\" dir=\"ltr\" aria-live=\"polite\">\n<div>WordPress powers over 43% of the web, and it\u2019s built entirely by people like you! <span class=\"citation-27\">Whether you are a developer, designer, writer, translator, or beginner, <\/span><b data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"154\"><span class=\"citation-27\">WordCamp Lira Contributor Day<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-27 citation-end-27\"> is your opportunity to give back, build your skills, and connect with the global open-source community.<\/span><\/div>\n<div>You don&#8217;t need to be an expert to contribute. If you use WordPress, you already have skills that can make the platform better for everyone.<\/div>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"6\">Contribution Tracks &amp; Table Ideas<\/h3>\n<div><b data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">1. Polyglots &amp; Localization (Language &amp; Translation)<\/b><\/div>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"8\">\n<li>\n<div>Translate WordPress core, themes, and plugins into <b data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"51\">Leblango<\/b>, <b data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"61\">Luganda<\/b>, and other local languages.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Review and approve existing local language translation submissions.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><b data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">2. Documentation &amp; Training<\/b><\/div>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"10\">\n<li>\n<div>Write beginner-friendly guides and tutorials for local creators, students, and businesses.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Draft offline installation guides (e.g., setting up local servers like XAMPP) tailored for low-bandwidth environments.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><b data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">3. Design, Media &amp; Accessibility<\/b><\/div>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"12\">\n<li>\n<div><span class=\"citation-26 citation-end-26\">Contribute photos of local culture, landmarks, and community events to the official WordPress Photo Directory.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Design block patterns and open-source layouts suitable for local regional businesses and blogs.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Conduct accessibility checks for mobile-first and low-data browsing.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><b data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">4. Code, Core &amp; Plugins<\/b><\/div>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"14\">\n<li>\n<div>Test upcoming WordPress releases, report bugs, and submit patches.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div>Develop lightweight plugins or tools that address regional needs (e.g., local payment integrations, SMS notification helpers).<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div><b data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">5. Community &amp; Support<\/b><\/div>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"16\">\n<li>\n<div>Help newcomers get started in the WordPress support forums.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><span class=\"citation-25 citation-end-25\">Mentor first-time contributors or lead table discussions during Contributor Day.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"18\">What to Bring<\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"19\">\n<li>\n<div><b data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">A Laptop &amp; Charger:<\/b> Essential for active participating in hands-on tables.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><b data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">A WordPress.org Account:<\/b> If you don&#8217;t have one yet, create a free account at <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/wordpress.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahcKEwip-dyo4aeWAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQQQ\">WordPress.org<\/a> before arriving.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div><b data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Enthusiasm:<\/b> No prior open-source experience is required!<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"21\">How to Sign Up<\/h3>\n<div>Ready to join us? Fill out the registration form below to reserve your spot at Contributor Day and let us know which track interests you most!<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div class=\"attachment-container unknown\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-contrast-color has-base-2-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/lira.wordcamp.org\/2026\/contact\/\">Contact Us<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WordPress powers over 43% of the web, and it\u2019s built entirely by people like you! Whether you are a developer, designer, writer, translator, or beginner, WordCamp Lira Contributor Day is your opportunity to give back, build your skills, and connect with the global open-source community. 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