Talk — 45 minutes
The classic format. Stage time + Q&A. Best for case studies, deep dives, or new ideas the room hasn't heard yet.
Call for Speakers
Speak at WordCamp US 2026
Applications close May 29. We're looking for real-world insight, practical takeaways, and new perspectives — you don't need to be a seasoned speaker. Selected speakers are notified by June 29.
Session formats
Three ways to share what you know
Workshop — 90 minutes
Hands-on learning. Attendees follow along with their laptops. Best for technical skills or step-by-step craft.
Lightning — 10 minutes
Fast, focused, one-idea-deep. Great for first-time speakers and for sharing a single specific insight or pattern.
Why submit
The talks that stand out at WCUS share three things
Real-world. Practical. Honest.
The strongest WCUS talks are rooted in what you actually shipped, what actually broke, what you'd actually do differently. Theoretical talks land less; lived-in talks land more.
First-time speakers do well here — a singular perspective from inside the work matters more than years of stage time. If you've got a story or a pattern that helped you and might help others, submit it.
Before you submit
What we look for
A clear talk title that says what attendees will walk away with.
An abstract that names the audience and the takeaway (250-400 words).
Real examples — from your work, your projects, your clients. Not slide-ware.
A bio that says who you are and what you ship, not a CV (100-150 words).
One talk per submission — you can submit up to three.
Speaker timeline
What happens after you submit
1
Apply
Submit your talk(s) via the form below. You can submit up to three.
2
Review
The Programming squad reviews every submission. We notify everyone — selected or not — by June 29.
3
Lineup announced
2026 speakers go public. Schedule is finalized shortly after.
4
Prep
Speaker Logistics squad reaches out with timing, room assignments, AV details, and rehearsal options.
Application
Apply to speak
The application takes about 15-20 minutes. You can submit up to three talks — use a separate submission for each. Deadline: May 29, end of day Pacific time.
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