Owerri WordPress Meetup

Hey fellow,

Welcome to another WordPress meetup; this time it's happening at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO).

Whether you're completely new to WordPress or already building websites, this meetup is for you.

We're bringing together students, developers, designers, entrepreneurs, bloggers, researchers, content creators, business owners, and anyone curious about WordPress to connect, learn, and grow together.

This is more than just an event; it's the beginning of a local community where ideas are shared, friendships are formed, and opportunities are created.

Everyone is welcome.
No previous WordPress experience is required.

What to Expect
✔ Meet members of the WordPress community
✔ Learn what WordPress is and why it powers over 40% of the web
✔ Discover opportunities to learn, contribute, and build with WordPress
✔ Network with students, professionals, entrepreneurs, and creators
✔ Ask questions and connect with like-minded people
✔ Learn about future WordPress Owerri events and activities

Speakers
Engr. Dr. E. C. Amadi
Senior Lecturer and Head, Department of Information Technology
Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO)
Topic
Building Digital Skills for the Future: Opportunities in Open Source and WordPress

Ekene Hillary
Licensee, WordPress Owerri Community
WordPress Enthusiast
Founder, Researchvy
Principal Sustainability Consultant, Healths.ng Media Limited
Topic
Why Community Matters: Growing with WordPress, Open Source, and Digital Collaboration

Agenda
12:00 PM – 12:15 PM
Registration and Networking

12:15 PM – 12:25 PM
Welcome Address
Introduction to the WordPress Owerri Community

12:25 PM – 12:45 PM
Opening Session
What is WordPress?
Why should students and professionals care?

12:45 PM – 1:05 PM
Guest Talk
Engr. Dr. E. C. Amadi
1:05 PM – 1:25 PM

Community Session
Ekene Hillary
1:25 PM – 1:45 PM
Networking
Meet new people
Share ideas
Ask questions

1:45 PM – 2:00 PM
Announcements
Future Meetups
Group Photograph
Closing

Who Should Attend?

• Students
• Developers
• Designers
• Bloggers
• Researchers
• Entrepreneurs
• Business Owners
• NGOs
• Educators
• Freelancers
• Digital Marketers
• Content Creators
• Anyone interested in WordPress

What to Bring

• Laptop (recommended but not compulsory)
• Notebook
• Pen
• Curiosity
• Positive attitude
• Community Guidelines

The WordPress Community is a welcoming space for everyone.
Please be respectful, inclusive, and supportive of one another.
We are committed to creating a safe and friendly environment for learning and collaboration.