Are you passionate about WordPress, dedicated to empowering the next generation, and experienced with organizing impactful events? We invite you to become a Campus Connect Mentor Event Supporter (formerly Mentor) is someone who has already organised a WordCamp and has time to meet with their assigned mentee every 2 weeks, they talk over where they should be in their timeline, help them to identify their issues, and also identify solutions for their issues. and help shape the future of WordPress education on campuses around the world!
About Campus Connect
Campus Connect is an educational event series bringing WordPress knowledge, resources, and hands-on experience directly to students on their campuses. By joining as a mentor, you’ll work alongside driven event organizers who are eager to make a difference in their local academic communities.
Why Become a Mentor?
- Empower the next generation of WordPress professionals, contributors and community builders.
- Strengthen your leadership, coaching, and event organization skills.
- Network with a global community of educators, organizers, and WordPress advocates.
- Become a part of the official Campus Connect Mentor group with recognition on WordPress.Org The community site where WordPress code is created and shared by the users. This is where you can download the source code for WordPress core, plugins and themes as well as the central location for community conversations and organization. https://wordpress.org/.
- Contribute meaningfully to WordPress’s mission of democratizing publishing through education.
Mentor Requirements
- Time Commitment: Minimum 2 hours per week. This includes a blend of asynchronous support (via online communications) and synchronous support (such as meetings or live sessions with organizers).
- Capacity: Mentor 3-5 event organizers at a time.
- Dedication: Willingness to guide, encourage, and provide feedback to organizers throughout the event journey.
Mentor Responsibilities
- Offer guidance throughout the entire organizing process from initial application to post-event wrap-up.
- Unblock and encourage organizers, helping them solve problems and stay motivated.
- Review organizers’ plans, providing actionable feedback to help ensure their events are impactful and successful.
- Share insights on event best practices, resources, and community standards.
- Be a supportive, inclusive, and approachable presence for new organizers.
- Host a one hour Campus Connect Office Hours Defined times when the Global Community Team are in the #community-events Slack channel. If there is anything you would like to discuss – you do not need to inform them in advance.You are very welcome to drop into any of the Community Team Slack channels at any time. call once every two months.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have contributed to the WordPress project (as a contributor or organizer), preferably with prior experience in event organization, community building, or mentorship, with a strong preference for those who have organized or volunteered for a WordPress Campus Connect event.
- Demonstrate strong communication, inclusivity, and teamwork skills.
- Comfortable with asynchronous digital communication tools and able to attend occasional synchronous meetings.
- Willing and able to commit the required time and responsibilities outlined above.
What Support You’ll Get
- Orientation and resources to help you get started confidently.
- Access to templates, guidelines, and best practices.
- A dedicated Slack Slack is a Collaborative Group Chat Platform https://slack.com/. The WordPress community has its own Slack Channel at https://make.wordpress.org/chat/. channel for ongoing discussions and peer support.
- Regular check-ins from the Campus Connect coordination team.
Additional Information
- Prospective mentors Event Supporter (formerly Mentor) is someone who has already organised a WordCamp and has time to meet with their assigned mentee every 2 weeks, they talk over where they should be in their timeline, help them to identify their issues, and also identify solutions for their issues. will be vetted before acceptance into the program to ensure a positive and supportive organizer experience.
- Selected mentors will be recognized for their contributions with a Campus Connect Mentor badge on their WordPress.org profile.
- Ongoing support and resources will be provided for mentors throughout the mentorship period.
Apply Now!
Applications close on December 15, 2025. Early applicants will receive priority consideration.
If you have questions about the mentor program or the application process, please contact the Campus Connect in the #campusconnect channel in the Make WordPress Slack.
Help us bring WordPress education to campuses everywhere – one organizer at a time!
