{"id":4267,"date":"2026-02-20T11:05:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-20T10:05:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/?p=4267"},"modified":"2026-04-22T13:51:42","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T11:51:42","slug":"call-for-volunteers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/call-for-volunteers\/","title":{"rendered":"Call for Volunteers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12220366 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-wporg-notice is-tip-notice\"><div class=\"wp-block-wporg-notice__icon\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-wporg-notice__content\"><p><strong>Our Call for Volunteers closed on April 15th, 2026<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Roles and Responsibilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Volunteers support the Organizing Team by handling tasks during the event to ensure everything runs smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Check out the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/volunteer-roles\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"1947\">Volunteer roles page<\/a>&nbsp;to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take into account that these roles may change closer to the event. You don\u2019t have to decide right away which role you want to take on; you\u2019ll have plenty of time to choose later on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do you want to volunteer as a Photographer during WordCamp Europe 2026? In that case, pelase send us your application through the <a href=\"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/call-for-photographers\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/call-for-photographers\/\">Call for Photographers<\/a> page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What\u2019s Involved?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Volunteer tasks take up to<strong>&nbsp;two half days or one full day<\/strong>&nbsp;during the 2-days event. Contributor Day volunteering is optional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will be able to pick up shifts that fit your needs. This leaves you with plenty of time to fully enjoy the conference as an attendee.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Perks<\/em>: you will get one or two volunteer t-shirts, a free ticket, an exclusive Social invite, and free entry to the After Party!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Volunteers Musts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Volunteers are the friendly face of the event. We ask you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be kind, respectful, helpful, and positive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/code-of-conduct\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/code-of-conduct\/\">Code of Conduct<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear your volunteer t-shirt during shifts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help us create a welcoming atmosphere!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Can Volunteer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We welcome everyone, from newcomers to seasoned volunteers, who are engaged with or want to join the WordPress Community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re looking for individuals with enthusiasm, communication skills, and a commitment to contribute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are only&nbsp;<strong>four requirements<\/strong>&nbsp;to become a Volunteer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Be able to understand and talk fairly well in English (fun fact: we will communicate with you in English).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a <a href=\"https:\/\/login.wordpress.org\/register\/\">WordPress.org account<\/a>, as this will be mandatory to get your free ticket for the event and communicate with the Organising Team (<em>if you don\u2019t have an account, you can create one following these&nbsp;<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/learn.wordpress.org\/tutorial\/set-up-a-wordpress-org-account\/\"><em>instructions<\/em><\/a>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you require a visa to enter Poland and attend WordCamp Europe 2026, please note the following:\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/tickets\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/tickets\/\">Purchase a Ticket<\/a>: You must first purchase a ticket to the event.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/location\/visa\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/location\/visa\/\">Request an Invitation Letter<\/a>: After purchasing your ticket, you can request an invitation letter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Volunteer Ticket Refund: If you are accepted as a volunteer, we will refund the cost of the ticket you purchased.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don\u2019t require a visa, you don\u2019t need to get a ticket just yet, you can wait to know your application result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you at WordCamp Europe 2026!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to join the fun as a volunteer? Then follow these steps:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click \u201cApply Now!\u201d below to submit your application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check in your mailbox for our Got it! message letting you know we got your application.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After the Call for Volunteers <strong>closes on April 15<\/strong>, our team will review all applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will be notified about your application status by email.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are you accepted or in the backup list? Then stay tuned for follow-up emails where we\u2019ll guide you through the next steps, like picking the perfect role for you, joining the Volunteer Team Slack channel, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We can\u2019t wait to have you on board!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wporg-notice is-tip-notice\"><div class=\"wp-block-wporg-notice__icon\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-wporg-notice__content\"><p><strong>Our Call for Volunteers closed on April 15th, 2026<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-439dcf9a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"border-bottom-right-radius:80px;margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);box-shadow:var(--wp--preset--shadow--shadow-1)\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Listen to the podcast<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you would like a deeper insight into the volunteer team, listen to the podcast episode <em>WordCamp Europe Insights<\/em> with Celi Garoe, a member of this year\u2019s volunteer team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-spotify wp-block-embed-spotify wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Spotify Embed: #WCEU2026 - Becoming a Dragon Helper: The WordCamp Europe Volunteer Guide\" style=\"border-radius: 12px\" width=\"624\" height=\"351\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/episode\/4qeowPHw5r7Jb88DxSxULO\/video?utm_source=oembed\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-0aa01211 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wceu-btn-outline-alt is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/episode\/4qeowPHw5r7Jb88DxSxULO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external me noreferrer noopener\">Spotify<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wceu-btn-outline-alt is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/wceu2026-becoming-a-dragon-helper-the-wordcamp\/id1884672191?i=1000756157350\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apple Music<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wceu-btn-outline-alt is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/wnVT_zBZ4fY?si=V9ZdDWR5WRoKsK4E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">YouTube<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wceu-btn-outline-alt is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/europe.wordcamp.org\/2026\/the-wordcamp-europe-volunteer-guide\/\">Read the post<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WordCamp Europe 2026 needs volunteers to help make this event unforgettable. 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