Merge pull request #996 from yaahc/unconf-ann

Add announcment blog post for rust unconference event

Author: wesleywiser

posts/2022-06-28-rust-unconference.md

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+layout: post
+title: "Announcing The RustConf PostConf UnConf"
+author: Jane Lusby, on behalf of The Rust Project Teams
+---
+
+Hello Rust community!
+
+We're excited to announce that the Rust project teams will be hosting an
+unconference[^1] the day after [RustConf].
+
+![RustConf PostConf UnConf promo image](../../../images/2022-06-28-rust-unconference/Eventbrite_Unconf.jpg)
+
+The PostConf Unconf will be dedicated to the Rust project and will be a
+fantastic opportunity for users, contributors, and maintainers to network and
+discuss the project's development.
+
+There will be no set agenda; instead, attendees will decide what will be
+discussed together and can move freely between sessions to find ones in which
+they can contribute most effectively based on their individual interests and
+needs.
+
+To get the most out of the unconference, jot down your thoughts ahead of time
+and bring them ready to share. We will also set up a channel in the RustConf
+Discord for folks to communicate and make preliminary, informal plans.
+
+If you plan to attend, please register as soon as possible to help us plan
+appropriately. If space is limited, project participants and conference
+attendees will be given preference. Registration is free and open to everyone,
+but we require either a RustConf registration ID or a $10 deposit at signup to
+ensure that registrations are an accurate approximation of participants.
+
+**[🚨Register Now!🚨][registration]**
+
+We hope to see you there!
+
+[^1]: If you are unfamiliar with the notion of an unconference, you may find [this informational piece helpful](https://universityinnovation.org/wiki/Resource:How_to_organize_an_unconference).
+
+[RustConf]: https://rustconf.com
+[registration]: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rustconf-postconf-unconf-registration-373057423797