We are thrilled to announce that following the latest WordPress Foundation Board meeting, the Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship will now be available for WordCamp Asia and WordCamp Europe, in addition to WordCamp US. This expansion honors Kim’s legacy and her dedication to inclusivity and diversity within the WordPress community, making it possible for more community members to attend these inspiring events.
The scholarship is designed to support those who are passionate about contributing to WordPress, especially individuals who might otherwise face financial barriers to attending. By extending the scholarship to WordCamp Asia and WordCamp Europe, we aim to further empower community members around the globe to engage with and grow the WordPress community.
Scholarship Requirements and Application
The requirements for applying and the application forms for WordCamp Asia and WordCamp Europe are available below.
Eligibility Information
There is one scholarship position available to each flagship event (WordCamp Asia, Europe and WordCamp US). To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Is a woman
- Is an active contributor to the WordPress project
- Has never attended WordCamp Asia/Europe before
- Requires financial assistance to attend WordCamp Asia/Europe 2025
If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered, please apply as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted until the closing date of 30 November 2024 for both WordCamp Asia and WordCamp Europe.
All applicants will receive notification by December 21, 2024.
For more information, please visit the WordPress Foundation’s page about the Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship.
Stay tuned, as applications for the Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship for WordCamp US will open in the coming months!
We look forward to welcoming more of you to these incredible WordPress events and celebrating Kim’s legacy together.