WordCamp Israel 2016 will take place on March 28 (9am-5pm), and will be held at the Azrieli College of Engineering (Ya'akov Schreiboim Street 26) in Jerusalem. (Google Maps)
The schedule is as follows:
- 2 tracks: One for beginner to intermediate WordPress site builders and managers, and the other for developers.
- 1 official WordCamp Israel T-Shirt!
- Sandwich lunch and snacks
- Unique chance to meet and network with WordPress community members from all over Israel and abroad.
Will there be any talks in English?
Yes! We're planning to host talks in English. The full program will be available soon.
I'm interested in speaking at WordCamp Israel
Great! Our call for speakers is still open, and we'd love to hear your ideas. Please fill out this form.
Should you have any questions, please mail us at israel@wordcamp.org.
Note: Speaker submissions will be closed by February 18th.
Where should I stay?
There are a number of lodging options around the venue, Azrieli College of Engineering. We've curated this map for you so you can weigh up your options. The preferred hotels are marked as stars in yellow.
Will there be an after party?
We're not sure, but we'll update this section if anything changes.
What else is there to do in Jerusalem?
There are so many things to do in Jerusalem.
For more information about what there is to see in Jerusalem, check out these pages on Lonely Planet and Gogobot. Also see Ha'Ira and iTravelJerusalem, two sites dedicated to information about Jerusalem cultural events, restaurants and more. Another site that lists tons of fun activities is Fun in Jerusalem. Yet another great one is the Things to do in Jerusalem Facebook group. There's a ton of information on all those sites.
If you're interested in the tech scene in Jerusalem, you should check out our local tech community, Made in JLM. There are plenty of events going on, every day.
Also be sure to check out this list of meetups around the Tel-Aviv area.
Sponsorship Packages
A few words about the local WordPress community.
- WordPress community is big, this year we are expecting ~450 attendees.
- There are a handful of local support groups on Facebook, with over 10,000 members combined.
- The local community is very supportive and contribution among members is very common.
Here are the Sponsorship packages we offer this year:
PLATINUM — $1250
- Large Logo & Link on WordCamp Israel website
- Large logo on all print material / posters
- A mention in at least one bulk email, which will be sent to all attendees
- At least 2 "Thank you" mentions on our social media (Facebook and Twitter)
- At least 2 prominent mentions in front of all attendees: Once at the opening talk, and again at closing notes
- Indoor table setup w/ your promotional materials, setup in a main traffic area at venue. to.
- One table with unlimited swag Items (preapproved by WCIL organizers and as space permits) or included in attendee bags (see us for details).
- We have tricks up our sleeves, and if things go as planned we will be able to offer some additional opportunities for Gold sponsors. We will communicate one-on-one with you as these materialize.
GOLD — $750
- Large Logo & Link on WordCamp Israel website
- Large logo on all print material / posters
- At least 2 prominent mentions in front of all attendees: Once at the opening talk, and again at closing notes
- An option to give away swag items to attendees, or included in attendee bags (could also be a coupon)
SILVER — $500
- Large Logo & Link on WordCamp Israel website
- Large logo on all print material / posters
Should you have any questions, or for any inquiry, please contact us via the form below, or at israel@wordcamp.org.
CONSULTANT – $125
You’re a freelancer who makes a living at least in part by doing WordPress-based work. Show your thanks for the free software that makes your job possible by supporting the local community WordCamp. Let’s face it, this is what you get for a handful of hours of work; and where would you be without WordPress?
- Acknowledgment on web site sponsors page (text link only).
Downloadable sponsorship prospectus
Contact Us
Let us know if you have any question, request or just want to reach out to say hi. Alternatively, you can mail us at israel@wordcamp.org.