{"id":3003,"date":"2026-11-01T21:24:06","date_gmt":"2026-11-01T15:39:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/?p=3003"},"modified":"2026-11-01T21:24:06","modified_gmt":"2026-11-01T15:39:06","slug":"be-a-guide-at-wp-kurakani-corner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/be-a-guide-at-wp-kurakani-corner\/","title":{"rendered":"Be a Guide at WP Kurakani Corner: A New Conversation Space at WordCamp Nepal 2027"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;re excited to introduce <strong>WP Kurakani Corner<\/strong>, a new conversation space at WordCamp Nepal 2027, and to open a <strong>call for Guides<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Kurakani<\/em> (\u0915\u0941\u0930\u093e\u0915\u093e\u0928\u0940) is a Nepali word that means a friendly chat. That is exactly what this program is about: people sharing real experiences in WordPress and open source, one conversation at a time. WP Kurakani Corner is inspired by the Open-Source Library at WordCamp Asia 2026, adapted for our community here in Nepal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons wcn-btn-primary is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfKz4hoKpsmSI5MFGBMenscmWg-86zkVpCEXPwE23KAtMkU7A\/viewform\">Apply to Be a Guide<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is WP Kurakani Corner?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WP Kurakani Corner is a small, relaxed space where attendees (\u201cParticipants\u201d) can sit down with an experienced community member (a \u201cGuide\u201d) and hear about their journey. It is not a talk, a workshop, or a help desk. It is a conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-2 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"3013\" src=\"https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/53465242511_d0cc9fd396_b.jpg\" alt=\"Call for WP Kurakani Corner Guides\" class=\"wp-image-3013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/53465242511_d0cc9fd396_b.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/53465242511_d0cc9fd396_b-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/53465242511_d0cc9fd396_b-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/53465242511_d0cc9fd396_b-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"3016\" src=\"https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/55543805731_e6cfb45b9b_b.jpg\" alt=\"Call for WP Kurakani Corner Guides\" class=\"wp-image-3016\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/55543805731_e6cfb45b9b_b.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/55543805731_e6cfb45b9b_b-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/55543805731_e6cfb45b9b_b-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/55543805731_e6cfb45b9b_b-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Conversations are expected to be led by participants&#8217; questions, in the areas where the Guide is an expert. Think of it as a simple question-and-answer session where Guides share real-life examples and stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is what defines the program:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Conversation first.<\/strong> Kurakani means &#8220;chat,&#8221; which fits the idea of conversations rather than standard WordCamp sessions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lived experience.<\/strong> A Guide shares their own journey in open source, WordPress, and beyond.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bookable slots.<\/strong> Participants reserve a time slot with a Guide in advance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Not tech support.<\/strong> Guides share their stories, knowledge, and expertise, but this is not a technical support session. Laptops are optional for both Guides and participants.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How It Works?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">WP Kurakani Corner is optional and open to all WordCamp Nepal 2027 attendees. To take part, you need to book a slot with the Guide you&#8217;d like to talk to <strong>before the event<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;re planning to run WP Kurakani Corner on both <strong>Contributor Day<\/strong> and <strong>Conference Day<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are two types of slots:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 <strong>15 minutes<\/strong> for one participant with a Guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 <strong>30 minutes<\/strong> for a small group of participants (up to 5) with a Guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The list of selected Guides and the booking form will be published later. We&#8217;ll announce them here on the WordCamp Nepal 2027 website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-horizontal is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c24b5316 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\"><strong>Call for Guides<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Guides <\/strong>are community members, including experienced contributors and industry experts who are happy to share what they have learned along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maybe you found WordPress by accident, made your first contribution years ago, built a company or a community, or changed careers. Your story could help someone else find their path.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"456\" src=\"https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/54461326522_b9351950ac_b.webp\" alt=\"WP Kurakani Corner Guide\" class=\"wp-image-3019\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:9px;border-top-right-radius:9px;border-bottom-left-radius:9px;border-bottom-right-radius:9px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/54461326522_b9351950ac_b.webp 683w, https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/54461326522_b9351950ac_b-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/nepal.wordcamp.org\/2027\/files\/2026\/10\/54461326522_b9351950ac_b-449x300.webp 449w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>As a Guide, you will:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Share your own journey and insights on WordPress, open source, and beyond.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Talk with individual participants in 15-minute slots and with small groups in 30-minute slots.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Answer participants&#8217; questions in your areas of expertise and keep the conversation welcoming and open.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Apply?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fill out the Guide application form below by <strong>25 November 2026<\/strong>. You can also show your willingness to be a WP Kurakani Corner Guide in the Call for Speakers form or the Call for Contributor Day Table Leads form, if you\u2019re applying for either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons wcn-btn-primary is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfKz4hoKpsmSI5MFGBMenscmWg-86zkVpCEXPwE23KAtMkU7A\/viewform\">Apply to Be a Guide<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wporg-notice is-alert-notice\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:0\"><div class=\"wp-block-wporg-notice__icon\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-wporg-notice__content\"><p>The call closes on <strong>25 November 2026 at 11:59 PM Nepal time<\/strong>.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<p class=\"has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em>We can&#8217;t wait to see the conversations that happen in the Corner. 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