Call for Speakers

WordCamp Rajshahi 2026 is the first WordCamp ever held in the Silk City. We are looking for speakers from Bangladesh and beyond to take the stage on 3 July at RUET Auditorium Hall.

If you have a lesson worth sharing, a project worth unpacking, or a perspective the WordPress community needs to hear, we want to hear from you. This is your chance to speak at a brand new WordCamp and help shape what it becomes.

You do not need to be a famous name or a polished presenter. You need a message worth sharing. Seasoned speaker or first-timer, local voice or visitor, we want you on this stage.

Speaker announcements will be made on a rolling basis.

What We Are Looking For

We want a diverse mix of voices and real experience. We are especially keen to hear from local Rajshahi and Bangladeshi talent: students, creators, developers, designers, marketers, agency owners, and contributors.

Strong sessions teach, inspire, or challenge. They are clear, practical, and original. They are not product pitches or sales talks. Think about what someone in the room could actually use the next morning.

First-time speakers are welcome and encouraged.

Session Formats

All sessions follow the WordCamp Code of Conduct. Pick the format that fits your topic.

What You Can Speak About

The list below shows the themes we are most excited about. These are suggestions, not limits. If your idea does not fit neatly into a box, send it anyway. Surprise us.

Why Apply to Speak

• Make an impact. Share what you know through a technical insight, a design approach, a business lesson, or a personal story. Your talk could be the breakthrough someone else needs.
• Get visibility. You reach the room and the wider community that follows along after the event.
• Build real connections. Meet developers, designers, marketers, agencies, and contributors who care about the same things you do. A lot of collaborations and friendships start at a WordCamp.
• Be part of the first one. Every speaker at Rajshahi 2026 helps define the very first WordCamp in the Silk City.

Do You Need Speaking Experience?

No. We welcome speakers of every level. What matters is your message, not your stage time.

If you have spoken before and have a video, share the link in your application. It helps us, and it is not required. No video and no past experience? You can record a short 5 to 10 minute clip introducing your topic and share that link instead. Still optional.

How Many Talks Can You Submit?

You can submit up to three proposals. If you submit more, we will review your three most recent. Need to withdraw a proposal or have a question? Contact the team.

Open to Being a Backup Speaker?

We hope every session runs as planned, but we keep a few backup speakers ready in case something changes on the day. The application form has a checkbox for this.

Opting in as a backup does not lower your chance of being picked as a main speaker. It only tells the program team you are happy to step in if needed.

Diversity and First-Time Speaker Support

WordCamp Rajshahi is built by the community, for the community. We actively welcome submissions from underrepresented groups, new speakers, and people with perspectives we do not hear enough.

The WordPress Diverse Speaker Training group runs a free 60-minute speaker training workshop. There is also a Diverse Speaker support group on the main WordPress Slack where you can get feedback from experienced WordCamp speakers. Channel: #diverse-speaker-support.

What to Prepare Before You Apply

The form is short, just two sections: your details and your talk proposal. Have these ready:

• Your full name, email, nationality, and current city
• Your WordPress.org profile URL (create one here if you do not have it)
• A topic title and the format you want (Long Talk, Lightning Talk, or Panel Discussion)
• A topic description in under 400 words
• A short third-person bio in under 200 words, for the website and event materials
• Your intended audience
• A link to past speaking video, if you have one (optional)

Tips for a Strong Proposal

• Be specific. “Caching strategies that cut our load time in half” beats “WordPress performance.”
• Name the takeaway. Tell us what the audience walks away able to do.
• Write the description for the attendee, not the committee. Make them want to be in the room.
• Keep it honest and practical. Real lessons land harder than polished theory.

Important Dates

Confirm the open and close dates with the organizing team before publishing.

Milestone	Date
Call for Speakers Opens	2 June 2026
Call for Speakers Closes (23:59 BST)	9 June 2026
Speaker Selection and Notification	11 June 2026
Speaker Slide Submission Deadline	18 June 2026

Apply early. Slots fill on a rolling basis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which language should my talk be in?
We accept applications in both English and Bangla. All speakers must be able to present fluently in their chosen language.

How many talks can I submit?
Please limit your applications to only one. Submit your absolute best idea so our review team can evaluate submissions fairly.

What if I submit more than one application?
We will strictly consider your most recent submission and delete all previous entries.

Do I need prior speaking experience?
Not at all! We warmly welcome first-time speakers and provide direct resources, tips, and peer mentoring to help you prepare your presentation.

Should I buy an event ticket?
All selected speakers receive a complimentary ticket. If you purchase a ticket before selection, you can transfer it to a friend or colleague once your talk is approved.

How to Apply

Submit your proposal through the speaker application form.

Help us build a WordCamp that reflects the creativity and spirit of the WordPress community, right here in Rajshahi. Show how you use WordPress, and show the world how Bangladesh is shaping the open web.

We cannot wait to read your proposal.

From the WordCamp Rajshahi 2026 Organizing Team