As WordPress evolves, a crucial question emerges: who will shape its future? Standing at WordPress events as one of the few Black women in the room, I can’t help but wonder about the next generation of WordPress leaders, developers, and innovators. This isn’t just about diversity at events – it’s about WordPress’s sustainability and growth. With WordPress powering 43% of the web and serving a global audience, can we continue to grow and innovate without diverse perspectives shaping its future?
We’ll explore:
- Why representation matters for WordPress’s continued evolution
- How the lack of diverse voices impacts WordPress’s future development
- What we lose when perspectives are missing from the conversation
- Ways to attract new and diverse talent to WordPress
- How to ensure WordPress remains relevant for future generations
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding why diverse voices are crucial for WordPress’s future
- Impact of representation on WordPress’s continued growth
- Practical ways to attract diverse talent to WordPress
- How to make WordPress appealing to the next generation
- Creating pathways for diverse leadership in WordPress’s future