Panel Discussion: Fostering Growth of Local Drupal Communities in India

By nIkitaAswani, 25 September, 2024

Panel Discussion: Fostering Growth of Local Drupal Communities in India

Join us for an insightful panel discussion on the current challenges and future of local Drupal communities in India. Our esteemed panelists will share their experiences, successes, and challenges in building and sustaining local groups, collaborating with open-source communities, and attracting new members. This discussion aims to provide valuable strategies for revitalizing local communities and supporting leaders.

This panel will also explore how local groups can attract sponsors, boost event participation, and collaborate with other open-source initiatives. It's an opportunity to reflect on what works, what doesn’t, and how we can collectively shape the future of the Drupal community in India.

Meet Our Panelists

Anish from Thiruvananthapuram Drupal Community

Anish Anilkumar

Drupal Thiruvananthapuram

Anushri from Drupal Delhi Community

Anushri Kumari

Drupal Delhi

Nikita from Drupal Pune Community

Nikita Aswani

Drupal Pune

Prevya from Drupal Bangalore Community

Prevya CP

Drupal Bangalore

Shashikanth from Drupal Hyderabad Community

Shashikanth Palvatla

Drupal Hyderabad

Rachit from Drupal Mumbai

Rachit Gupta

Drupal Mumbai

Key Themes of Discussion

  • Understanding the Decline of Local Communities: What are the underlying factors contributing to reduction in overall participation in local communities?
  • Plans to Revive Local Communities: What actionable strategies can we use to reinvigorate local groups and attract new members?
  • Attracting Sponsors and Boosting Event Attendees: How can we appeal to sponsors and boost event participation?
  • One Nation, One Event Strategy: Is there potential to unite the Indian Drupal community under a national event?
  • Collaborating with Other Open Source Communities: How can local Drupal groups work with other open-source communities for mutual growth?
  • Developing Future Local Leaders: How can we guide and mentor the next generation of Drupal leaders?
  • Recognizing and Rewarding Community Members: What are effective ways to acknowledge and celebrate community contributions?

Submit Your Questions or Concerns

Do you have questions or concerns that you would like to see discussed during the panel? Submit them below, and our panelists will address them during the discussion.

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