Edgy: The 16th LGBTQ+ History and Archives Conference
London Metropolitan Archives 40 Northampton Road, London, United KingdomThis LGBTQ+ History conference explores ideas of Outsider History. The margins can be a powerful place rather than a place of exclusion. But what happens when people get excluded from mainstream memory through lack of resources or time? What happens when Outsider History strives to become part of the centre? How does the history get defined? Are aspects of history obscured in an effort to make things palatable and acceptable?
Creative Bridges SEN Conference
Coventry Transport Museum Millennium Place, Hales Street, Coventry, United KingdomThe Creative Bridges Conference is an annual event that brings together arts, museum and education professionals to share best practice and provoke new ways of thinking about young people with additional needs/abilities.
The conference is an opportunity to rethink approaches to equality, diversity and accessibility. It takes place in Coventry, and is co-delivered by people with additional needs and abilities. It offers the chance to hear from experienced professionals and share practice. Discussions will inform a series of workshops (Spring 2019) to support this work.
Early Starters — creating engaging early years arts experiences
Join the Family Arts Campaign and early years experts Z-Arts for an exclusive how-to session on creating the conditions, setting and experience for creative family and early years activities. Liz O’Neill, Chief Executive and Artistic Director and her team at Z-Arts in Manchester will discuss the value of early years creative experiences, how you can […]
GEM London Christmas Drinks 2018
The Museum Tavern 49 Great Russell Street, Bloomsbury, London, United KingdomIt's that time of the year again and the GEM London regional reps, Jenny, Sally and Laura would like to invite all GEM London members and supporters to join us at the Museum Tavern in Bloomsbury for Christmas drinks, a chat and a catch up. All are welcome including non GEM members, colleagues, partners etc. […]
Commissioning Audience Research: A Practical Guide
Dana Research Centre and Library Science Museum 165 Queen's Gate Kensington, London, United KingdomThe amount of audience research that the museums, culture and tourism sectors commission from external evaluators and agencies is ever increasing – but what actually makes a good research brief? This event from the Visitor Studies Group is aimed at both in-house staff and external freelancers and agencies alike, to help bridge the gap in […]
Supporting Young People in the Workplace
Watershed Arts 1 Canon's Road, Bristol, United KingdomDo you have young people as part of your workforce or would you like to? This course delves into the logistical challenges but amazing benefits of having young people (under 25) as part of your team.
Archives and Learning for All: Engaging Diverse Communities
The London Irish Centre 50-52 Camden Square, London, United KingdomThe day will offer talks from speakers sharing their experiences of using archives to promote and facilitate learning with a range of groups. It will offer practical guidance on creating an education and outreach strategy, and offer the opportunity to discuss challenges and opportunities for archive services in the field of lifelong learning.
Shout About It 2019
Newcastle Castle Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne, United KingdomShout About It! Want to hear more about what’s happening in your region’s museums, galleries and heritage sites? This is the event for you! At “Shout about It!” we want to hear and share achievements within the sector. We invite you to share exciting projects you’ve been involved in and challenge you to present it […]
GEM North East: Supporting Children in Poverty
Palace Green Library Palace Green, Durham, North East, United KingdomPoverty levels are steadily increasing across Britain, with 1 in 4 children now living in poverty, and this figure is estimated to rise to 1 in 3 by 2021. The North East has consistently had high rates of poverty over the past 20 years, with 24% of the population living in poverty. This session is […]
How to set up, survive and thrive as a freelancer in the cultural sector
NCVO Society Building 8 All Saints St, London, United KingdomA one-day training course for those aspiring to be effective and successful freelancers and consultants Join this practical and inspiring training workshop designed to kick-start and sustain a flourishing freelance or consultancy business. The day is jam-packed with proven approaches, ideas and tools to get started, market yourself, find work, win work, manage your finances, […]