Hello, WordPress enthusiasts and friends of WordCamp Jinja 2023!
We are brimming with excitement as we gear up to mark a significant milestone in the WordPress journey – the platform’s 20th anniversary! Yes, it’s been two decades since WordPress first arrived on the scene, transforming the digital landscape with its open-source magic.
On May 27, 2023, communities worldwide will raise a toast to WordPress, reminiscing about the countless websites it has powered and the millions of dreams it has turned into reality. The WordPress Jinja Meetup, as proud organizers of WordCamp Jinja 2023, is thrilled to join this global celebration.
Our WP20 Celebration is more than just an event. It is a nod to the passion, resilience, and innovation that have steered WordPress through 20 remarkable years. We have arranged a virtual gathering on Zoom and YouTube, as well as an in-person celebration at The Innovation Village, Jinja, starting from 2:00pm EAT. Attendees can choose their preferred mode of participation based on their convenience.
The celebration promises a day filled with joy, learning, and camaraderie. Here’s what we’ve planned:
- Share your WordPress anecdotes and cherished memories using the hashtag #WP20.
- Listen to a special message from WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg.
- Test your WordPress knowledge with fun trivia and quizzes.
- Join our trek from The Innovation Village to the Uganda Railway Museum.
- Indulge in a #WP20 birthday cake and refreshments.
- And much more!
The Uganda Railway Museum is a national railway museum located along the Jinja-Iganga Highway at the Railway Station in Jinja City. Constructed in 1928, Jinja Railway Station is one of Jinja’s oldest, historical buildings. The Railway Museum contains artefacts from the days before the railway in Uganda, the life during the early days of railway development, the era of colonial expansion, and the railways after independence. It provides a unique backdrop for our WP20 celebration, symbolizing the journey of WordPress – much like a train, it started with a single station, chugging along with steadfast determination, now connecting millions worldwide.
This celebration is an excellent opportunity for attendees to explore this captivating landmark. The trek from The Innovation Village to the museum is nothing short of delightful, taking you through the vibrant streets of Jinja. Once at the museum, you can marvel at the historical exhibits, take photographs, and absorb the nostalgia that fills the air. Join us on this memorable journey as we commemorate the milestones of WordPress and the echoes of our past at the Uganda Railway Museum.
We believe that every member of our community has a unique WordPress story to tell, and this celebration is the perfect stage to share those stories. Register for the event at https://www.meetup.com/jinja-wordpress-meetup/events/292850959 and let’s celebrate our shared WordPress journey together. We have already received #WP20 swag from WordPress Community Support and are making arrangements for some t-shirts as well! Members can book through the form at bit.ly/wp20tshirts.
As we march towards WordCamp Jinja 2023, let’s kick off the preparations with this grand celebration. Let’s commemorate the past, celebrate the present, and toast to the future of WordPress together.
Looking forward to seeing you at the celebration!
Yours in WordPress,
The WordPress Jinja Meetup Team
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