Introducing the AI Leaders micro-credential: a new path for students to gain practical AI skills, contribute to real WordPress projects, and access paid learning and career opportunities.

Learn more and apply for this pilot program: https://wordpress.org/news/2026/02/ai-leaders-credential/

#WordPress

Heading to Kraków for WordCamp Europe 2026? Congratulations — the community is ready to welcome you. Check if you need a Schengen visa, what documents and invitation letter organisers can provide, and the 90/180 rule.

Start early and bring your passport: https://wp.me/sgyJ7n-visa

#WCEU

Namaste — Mumbai welcomes WordCamp Asia 2026! The attendees, speakers, organisers, sponsors, and volunteers. Explore local culture, chai circles, Dadar flower market, and Atithi Devo Bhava hospitality while connecting with diverse WordPress creators.

See you in Mumbai! https://wp.me/pgnY82-1S4

#WCAsia

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“WordPress was built to expand access to publishing and participation on the open web” - Mary Hubbard

Today, we are sharing a new partnership between the University of Illinois Chicago and the WordPress Foundation to support workforce-focused AI literacy through open source learning.

Learn more: https://today.uic.edu/uic-and-wordpress-foundation-launch-workforce-focused-ai-literacy-course/

#WordPress

We’re currently in the sponsor interest period for the Campus Connect Scholarship pilot, with priority given to sponsors who raise their hands. This pilot aims to support up to three Campus Connect students attending WC Asia 2026.

Read more: https://make.wordpress.org/community/2026/01/29/call-for-scholarship-sponsors-support-student-participation-through-wordpress-campus-connect/

#CampusConnect

WordPress 6.9.1 is now available. This maintenance release includes fixes for mail and classic themes, plus 49 bug fixes across Core and the Block Editor.

Update now: https://wordpress.org/news/2026/02/wordpress-6-9-1-maintenance-release/

#WordPress

From art to web design, Emily’s journey shows how creativity and community shape a career. WordPress turned her passion into a flexible, inclusive path where continuous learning is key.

Read her story: https://heropress.com/essays/how-art-school-led-me-to-web-design/

#HeroPress

A new AI agent skill has been introduced that streamlines testing and iteration in WordPress and works with Playground. This innovative tool reduces setup time from minutes to seconds, enhancing collaboration and creativity.

Test it out today: https://wordpress.org/news/2026/01/new-ai-agent-skill/

#WPPlayground

From Irani cafés to street stalls, Mumbai is a city where you eat together. Food is the anchor that pulls people in. Congrats to the WordCamp Asia team and Mumbai hosts for celebrating community and connection. WordCamps and WordPress Events spark ideas and opportunities. https://wp.me/pgnY82-1Qk

#WCAsia

India’s PM official site shares updates and policies in a clear, accessible format. Built on WordPress, it handles huge content securely and scales for high-traffic government sites: https://wordpress.org/showcase/prime-minister-of-india/

#WordPressShowcase