Workshop
Academic success and mental health: Education, Heritage and Health
Online , United KingdomIn this GEM Scotland event we will be exploring and discussing the circular benefits of good mental health and successful learning. Our four panellists, detailed below, will share their approaches to and experience of bringing together and delivering programmes, projects and resources developed to support mental health and wellbeing in young people. Themes included will […]
Museums without Walls – how to use outside spaces as part of your heritage and cultural learning programmes
At this heritage and culture focused session, three leading museums will share how they have adapted their learning programmes to create ‘museums without walls’, giving schools the confidence to visit. […]
Workload Wins – Lifting the Load
Online , United KingdomSet against the backdrop of Covid 19, workloads have increased as staff size shrinks. Using the key principles of ‘Coaching Culture’ this practical session is designed to support you to […]
Online safeguarding for museum and heritage learning programmes
Online , United KingdomJoin GEM and Artswork in an online safeguarding course for museum and heritage learning professionals. This comprehensive 2.5 hour course will focus on safeguarding and help you to consider your […]
Support Positive Mental Health in Young People
OnlineWith the Coronavirus pandemic exacerbating an already alarming mental health crisis in young people, supporting the mental wellbeing of those you work with has never been more critical than it is today. In this four-part course, you will learn how to better understand the needs of the young people you are working with, create a […]
GEM South East Coffee and Conversation: Making Museum Magic in Lockdown
OnlineMuseum educators adapted to huge changes over 2020, creating amazing new programmes and practices with half the time and resources we usually would. But, as lockdowns extend, how do we keep the museum magic alive at a distance? How do we create immersive, interactive and inspiring programmes in these challenging circumstances? Join GEM South East […]
Child Protection & Safeguarding for Arts & Cultural Sectors
OnlineOf benefit to individuals and organisations looking to update their understanding of child protection legislation and best practice, this course provides a full update on current child protection legislation, including Categories of Abuse, the Disclosure and Barring service, Duty to Refer and Working Together. The day will provide in-depth practical advice to help you develop […]
Space for Learning: Future-proofing learning services
Online , United KingdomHow do learning services in museums, galleries, heritage and performing arts sites plan for the next year and beyond? About this Event This workshop will include speakers who will discuss […]
GEM Event: Decolonising the Curriculum & Museum Learning
Zoom , United KingdomOver the last few months, we have had a few conversations with teachers that have begun thus… ‘Hello, Leeds Museums and Galleries, what resources have you got for a Windrush […]
Webinar: Innovating your approach to online audience engagement.
OnlineIn an age of periodic lockdowns, we need to find innovative and creative ways to engage and grow our audiences. Many arts & heritage organisations have some sort of digital […]
GEM Event: Young People – Career Opportunities and Progression Routes into the Sector
Online , United KingdomThis past year has been particularly difficult for young people with both COVID-19 and Black Lives Matter affecting mental health and well-being, along with the unpredictability of future study and employment opportunities. Consultant for Arts Education and Evaluation Rachel Moss will use her experience in setting up paid traineeships, evaluating young people’s programmes, and as […]