#17 – Destiny Kanno and Joe Simpson on Why They Started BlackPress
On the podcast today we have Destiny Kanno and Joe Simpson. Destiny and Joe are the key figures behind a new initiative called BlackPress. The goal of BlackPress is to bring more creators of Black African descent into the WordPress community, and also provide a community space for those already there to connect, learn from, and support each other. It’s still in the early stages and they are trying to grow with a dedicated Slack channel and regular Meetups. It’s intended to be a safe space for people who share their vision to work together and try to figure out what such a community might look like. We talk on the podcast about the journeys they have both had in the WordPress space and why they decided to collaborate on this project. What does the WordPress community need to be mindful of when WordCamps, Meetups and other events are organised? Is it true that WordPress events are open to all people equally? What are the aspirations that they have for their own events in the future, and how can you join the BlackPress community? It’s a really thought provoking discussion, and shines a light on a very important issue. Useful…
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