Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)

🗺️Artist and printmaker Kristina Chan's new exhibition at Canada House Gallery explores the accuracy of recording territories through maps, measurements and visual records. It also represents the latest artistic partnership for the Society with photos of objects from our collection making up around a third of Kristina’s exhibition, and providing the inspiration for her artwork, Impossible Measures. ⚓The partnership began after Kristina stumbled across a niche online market of nautical miniatures of sextons, ship cannons and compasses. Intrigued and keen to explore these objects further, Kristina met Dr Katie Parker, Cartographic Collections Manager at the Society, and they discovered an aligned curiosity and vision. 📷On a visit to the Society, Kristina photographed historical instruments through a frosted Perspex screen, drawing attention to the fallibility of explorers’ reputations and measurements. These photos provided the basis for Impossible Measures, a striking series of 16 etchings, which is available to view as part of the Habitable Climes exhibition until 30 April. Kristina is giving a talk on her work next week, on Monday 7 April, at the Society. 👉Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dMrk_zMG

📣 Are you an early career professional looking to find out more about geospatial organisations and what they can offer? If so, join the Association for Geographic Information’s upcoming Early Careers Network Webinar: ‘What can geospatial organisations offer you?’ Hear from our Professional and Policy Manager Liz Fox-Tucker, Bob Chell (Association for Geographic Information (AGI)) and Paul Naylor (British Cartographic Society) to find out who they are and how they can support early career professionals like you. 🗓️ Wednesday, 9 April ⏰ 12.30pm – 1.30pm Register here 👉 https://ow.ly/suk450ViZj7

Join us at the Society as we celebrate the pioneering expedition to Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak, Malaysia. Taking place from 1977 to 1978, the park's unique ecosystems were surveyed leading to groundbreaking discoveries, including the mapping of some of the world's largest caves. Connect with original members of the expedition and learn about the scientific legacy of the survey for this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Get a glimpse of our exciting programme 👇 🗣️Panel discussion with Robin Hanbury-Tenison and colleagues, 2.00pm 📽️Film screening: 'The Mysteries of the Green Mountain', 4.00pm Plus more events and exhibitions for Members and Fellows! 🗓️ Monday 28 April 📌Society and online 👉Find out more and book https://lnkd.in/einQW38M

Last chance to visit our Everest through the lens exhibition 📸 View photographs and films from early expeditions to Mount Everest in the 1920s, captured by Captain John Noel. 100 years on from the first European expeditions to Everest, uncover the hidden histories behind these photographic works. 🕰️Monday-Friday, 10.00am - 5.00pm 📆 Until 15 April 2025 🎟️Free 📌Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), London

📊Following the collapse of state socialism, countries in Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union experienced unprecedented social, economic, and political restructuring. 🏙️Urban and housing challenges are often neglected in these countries in favour of policies focusing on economic reforms and other sectors. 📈Research from Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd has steered the United Nations’ (UN) efforts to understand key urban trends and promote more sustainable urban development in ex-socialist nations. Find out more 👉https://lnkd.in/eAs6kn7W #UsingGeography

⏰Last chance to watch a selection of our Monday night lectures for free! In honour of #InternationalWomensDay earlier this month, we unlocked 16 lectures from the past year given by inspiring women. Normally only available to members, everyone can watch these talks until 31 March. Some highlights include... 🌊Science presenter, Dr Helen Czerski, on how the ocean shapes our world. 🌸Garden historian, Advolly Richmond, sharing highlights from her short history of flowers. 🚵♀️Author and adventurer, Dr Kate Rawles on her biodiversity bamboo bike ride through the Andes. Read more and watch now 👇 https://lnkd.in/eDs-hQnj

📢Applications are now open for the 2025 Fi Wi Road Internship. The Fi Wi Road project offers exciting opportunities for Black and mixed-Black heritage students looking to build networks and gain experience within the geographical field. Through group sessions, one-to-one mentoring, skills workshops, and hands-on conference administration this paid internship provides specialist support for underrepresented geographers. Hear what last year's interns had to say about the programme 👇 For more information about the role and how to apply visit: https://lnkd.in/eVA7AHEY The Society, alongside the British Society for Geomorphology, are pleased to be able to support the Fi Wi Road Internship project for its fifth year. #paidinternshipopportunity #internship #paidinternship #geographystudent #earlycareer #interns #geography

With conflict and climate change impacting communities around the world, humanitarian aid is as vital as ever.  🤔In a recent careers webinar hosted by us, humanitarian aid professionals with a geographical background shared advice on starting a career in this rapidly evolving sector, and why they think geographers are well-equipped for these roles.  🌏While attitudes to the international deployment of humanitarian aid are changing, with the acknowledgement that the best responders are those in the affected country, geographers seeking entry to the sector in the UK should not be discouraged as many emerging opportunities require geographical skills. Alice Almond, Head of Training Services at MapAction, encourages students who enjoy working with spatial data and GIS to use this to their benefit as these skills are short in supply but high in demand. Human geography students can also make the most of their skills with Alice commenting: “Human geographers come with an understanding of demographics, such as population structures, age, gender, and ethnicity, as well as an exposure to different cultures and customs, perhaps through learning a different language, which equip you well in the sector.” Read the full article for more top tips and opportunities 👉https://lnkd.in/edqKjStZ Image credit: Map Action

⚠️ How can you prepare for emergencies in the field? Learn more with the RGS Explore team at our fortnightly lunchtime webinars. Our Explore More webinars provide expert guidance for those developing an idea for an overseas expedition or fieldwork project. You’ll learn how to refine and launch a successful exploratory venture, whether that’s a challenging journey with a purpose, field research in a remote location, or anything in between. For our sixth session, we’ll discuss the potentially life-saving process of emergency response planning – in other words, deciding in advance what you’ll do if things go wrong. 📌Online, 26 March 🔗Book now https://lnkd.in/er3c2uG6

📣Calling all A-level geography teachers! Join us on 1 May for an online workshop exploring how you can raise the grade your students achieve in the Non Examined Assessment (NEA). Get insights and advice on strategies to succeed, and have the chance to ask lots of questions. Book your place now 👇 https://lnkd.in/enE6M_sX