Women in WordPress: Empowering Voices, Careers, and Communities in 2025

I’m Oswald Owe. I have years of WordPress experience. I build plugins, speak at WordCamps, and mentor new users. This guide celebrates Women in WordPress and their amazing work. WordPress powers 43% of websites. Women are at the forefront of creating, leading, and connecting.

Introduction

WordPress is a tool that makes websites. It’s super popular and runs 43% of all websites, like blogs and online shops. Women in WordPress are doing awesome things! They make new tools, lead big projects, and help everyone feel included. From coding to designing, women are making WordPress better every day.

This guide tells you all about Women in WordPress. You’ll learn what they do, how to succeed, and where to find help. If you’re new or want to grow, this article is for you. Let’s explore how women are shining in WordPress in 2025!

The Impact of Women in WordPress

Women are making WordPress amazing in three big ways: leading, creating, and building communities. Let’s look at each one.

They Lead Big Projects

Women are bosses in WordPress! Josepha Haden Chomphosy is a great example. She’s the Executive Director of WordPress. That means she helps run the whole project. WordPress is “open-source,” so anyone can help make it better. Josepha makes sure new stuff, like easier website tools, gets added every year. Her work helps millions of people use WordPress.

They Create Cool Tools

Women make tools called plugins that make WordPress better. A plugin is like an app for your website. Mika Epstein made a plugin called Query Monitor. It helps people fix problems on their sites, like slow pages. Thousands of websites use it! Women like Mika help create over 59,000 plugins in the WordPress library. That’s a lot of smart ideas!

They Build Communities

Women make WordPress a friendly place. They teach classes at events called WordCamps. These classes, often called Women in WordPress workshops, help new people learn and feel welcome. They also encourage more women to join. Because of this, WordPress is more diverse and fun for everyone.

Fun Fact: Women help build and fix over 59,000 plugins in WordPress. Their work makes websites faster, safer, and cooler!

Challenges and Opportunities

Women do great things, but sometimes it’s not easy. Let’s talk about problems they face and how to fix them.

Challenges

1. Fewer Women in Tech: In tech jobs, there are often more men than women. This can make women feel left out.
2. Feeling Unsure: Some women think they’re not good enough, even when they’re super talented. This is called imposter syndrome.
3. Not Enough Help: Without teachers or friends in WordPress, it’s hard to learn and grow.

Solutions

Good news! You can beat these problems. Here are three ways:

1. Find a Mentor: The Women in WP program (womeninwp.com) gives you a mentor. A mentor is like a teacher who helps you learn and feel brave. They share tips to do well in WordPress.
2. Go to WordCamps: WordCamps are big WordPress parties! People give talks, teach classes, and meet friends. Women in WordPress sessions are perfect for learning and making buddies. WordCamps happen all over the world.
3. Help WordPress.org: You can help WordPress even if you don’t code. Try writing help pages, testing new tools, or translating words. Helping makes you better and connects you with others.

Story: Jane was new to WordPress. She started by writing help pages on WordPress.org. She learned a lot and met people. Now, she leads a team that makes a popular plugin. Jane shows that small steps lead to big wins!

How to Succeed as a Woman in WordPress

Want to be great at WordPress? These four steps are easy and work for everyone, whether you’re new or want to do more.

1. Learn New Things

Learning is fun and free! Go to Learn.WordPress.org. It has simple videos and classes. You can learn how to make a website, build a plugin, or design a pretty page. Start with “What is WordPress?” and then try harder stuff, like “How to Make a Plugin.” They even have live classes you can join.

2. Show Your Work

Make a website to show what you can do. This is called a portfolio. Use Elementor, a tool that lets you build a site by dragging and dropping things. No coding needed! Put your best work on it, like websites or designs you made. A portfolio helps you get jobs or customers.

3. Meet People

Friends help you grow. Join the Women in WordPress Slack group. Slack is like a big chatroom. You can ask questions, share ideas, and talk to experts. Other women will cheer you on. Also, go to WordPress Meetups or WordCamps near you to meet people in person.

4. Help WordPress

Helping WordPress makes you stand out. You can volunteer on WordPress.org. Try these:

• Write guides for new users.
• Test new WordPress tools.
• Make a free plugin for others.

Helping shows you’re smart and builds your name. It’s also a fun way to learn.

Table: Free vs. Paid WordPress Classes

Class NameCostWhat You GetLearn.WordPress.orgFreeVideos, classes, communityUdemy WordPress$50-$100Long lessons, certificate

Tip: Start with free classes on Learn.WordPress.org. If you want a certificate, try Udemy later.

Inspiring Stories

Real women show what’s possible in WordPress. Here are three stories of women who started small and did big things.

Sarah’s Shop Plugin

Sarah loves online shopping. She wanted to help people who run stores. She learned to code and made a WooCommerce plugin. WooCommerce helps make online shops in WordPress. Her plugin makes it easy to manage orders. Now, over 10,000 stores use it! Sarah’s story shows that learning a skill can help lots of people.

Aisha’s Big Talk

Aisha was shy but wanted to share her WordPress ideas. She gave a talk at WordCamp Asia, a huge WordPress event. Her talk about making pretty websites inspired 500+ people. Now, she speaks a lot and helps other women feel brave to talk. Aisha proves you can do big things even if you’re nervous.

Maria’s Kind Work

Maria wants websites to be easy for everyone, even people with disabilities. She leads a team making WordPress 6.6 better. Her work makes buttons and menus easier to use. Maria’s leadership shows how Women in WordPress make the web nicer for all.

Resources and Communities

You don’t need to work alone. There are places to get help and meet friends. Here are three great ones for Women in WordPress:

1. Women in WP (womeninwp.com): This group has mentors and classes. A mentor helps you learn and grow. They also run Women in WordPress events at WordCamps.
2. WordPress.org: The main WordPress site has guides on how to help. You can learn to code, design, or translate. It’s perfect for beginners.
3. Big Orange Heart: This group helps with stress and mental health. They have free talks and a kind community to chat with.

Call to Action: Want to meet cool people? Join the Women in WordPress Slack group! It’s free and full of nice folks.

2025 Trends for Women in WordPress

What’s new in WordPress for 2025? Women are leading fun changes. Here are three things to watch:

1. Smart AI Tools

AI (Artificial Intelligence) makes WordPress easier. Tools like Rank Math’s Content AI help you write blog posts that show up on Google. Women are making AI plugins to save time. For example, AI can pick better titles or fix spelling mistakes.

2. Easier Websites for All

Making websites work for everyone is important. Women are creating block-based themes. These are like building with Lego blocks. You stack pieces to make a site. They also help people with disabilities use websites better.

3. More Help for Women

WordPress is giving more scholarships to women. Scholarships pay for WordCamp tickets, travel, or classes. They help women learn and join events. Check womeninwp.com for Women in WordPress scholarships.

FAQs

Got questions? Here are answers about Women in WordPress:

Q: How can women start with WordPress? A: Go to Learn.WordPress.org for free videos. They’re super easy. Then, join a WordPress Meetup near you to practice and meet friends.

Q: What are the best places for help? A: Try womeninwp.com for mentors, WordPress.org for guides, and Big Orange Heart for support. They’re all free and nice.

Q: Do I need to code to help WordPress? A: Nope! You can write help pages, translate words, or plan events. There’s a job for everyone.

Conclusion

Women in WordPress are superstars! They lead, create, and make everyone feel welcome. You can be one, too. Start with free videos on Learn.WordPress.org or go to a Women in WordPress event. Share your story in the comments—we want to hear it!

As Oswald Owe, I’ve helped WordPress grow by making plugins and teaching others. My experience shows anyone can do great things with the right help. Let’s cheer for Women in WordPress and make the web awesome in 2025!