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ARA ALES Lunchtime Seminar: Divergent Minds in the Archive – Neurodivergent Professionals and Accessibility
The Archives for Learning and Education Section’s third event in 2026 will be held using Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 9th September, from 1 to 2pm. “Divergent Minds in the Archive – Neurodive…
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The Archives for Learning and Education Section's next lunchtime training session is Wednesday, 9 September from 1-2pm on Microsoft Teams: Divergent Minds in the Archive - Neurodivergent Professionals and Accessibility
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We are looking forward to seeing those of you who registered for this webinar next week.
What are you most looking forward to hearing about? Tell us in the comments 👇🏼
What are you most looking forward to hearing about? Tell us in the comments 👇🏼
Bookings are open for one more week to attend our next webinar (5pm on 3 September).
Come learn about novel methods for enhancing accessibility in your archive.
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ales-lunch...
Please note the event will no longer be followed by our AGM.
Come learn about novel methods for enhancing accessibility in your archive.
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ales-lunch...
Please note the event will no longer be followed by our AGM.
September 4, 2026 at 6:36 AM
We are looking forward to seeing those of you who registered for this webinar next week.
What are you most looking forward to hearing about? Tell us in the comments 👇🏼
What are you most looking forward to hearing about? Tell us in the comments 👇🏼
Bookings are open for one more week to attend our next webinar (5pm on 3 September).
Come learn about novel methods for enhancing accessibility in your archive.
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ales-lunch...
Please note the event will no longer be followed by our AGM.
Come learn about novel methods for enhancing accessibility in your archive.
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ales-lunch...
Please note the event will no longer be followed by our AGM.
August 26, 2026 at 8:07 PM
Bookings are open for one more week to attend our next webinar (5pm on 3 September).
Come learn about novel methods for enhancing accessibility in your archive.
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ales-lunch...
Please note the event will no longer be followed by our AGM.
Come learn about novel methods for enhancing accessibility in your archive.
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ales-lunch...
Please note the event will no longer be followed by our AGM.
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The ARA Section for New Professionals needs you! We're looking for two new volunteers to join our small and friendly committee. Full details and how to apply can be found here: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/2026/08/03/j...
Join the team
We’re recruiting for two roles to join our friendly voluntary committee looking after all the Section for New Professionals for the Archives and Records Association, UK & Ireland. Careers…
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August 16, 2026 at 5:01 PM
The ARA Section for New Professionals needs you! We're looking for two new volunteers to join our small and friendly committee. Full details and how to apply can be found here: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/2026/08/03/j...
The Archives for Learning and Education Section's next lunchtime training session is Wednesday, 9 September from 1-2pm on Microsoft Teams: Divergent Minds in the Archive - Neurodivergent Professionals and Accessibility
aralearning.wordpress.com/2026/08/16/a...
aralearning.wordpress.com/2026/08/16/a...
ARA ALES Lunchtime Seminar: Divergent Minds in the Archive – Neurodivergent Professionals and Accessibility
The Archives for Learning and Education Section’s third event in 2026 will be held using Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 9th September, from 1 to 2pm. “Divergent Minds in the Archive – Neurodive…
aralearning.wordpress.com
August 16, 2026 at 8:30 PM
The Archives for Learning and Education Section's next lunchtime training session is Wednesday, 9 September from 1-2pm on Microsoft Teams: Divergent Minds in the Archive - Neurodivergent Professionals and Accessibility
aralearning.wordpress.com/2026/08/16/a...
aralearning.wordpress.com/2026/08/16/a...
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ARA's Section for Archives and Museums will hold its Annual Review Meeting on Tuesday, 25 August 2026.
This free online event will include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 speakers. You won't want to miss it!
Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
This free online event will include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 speakers. You won't want to miss it!
Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
August 10, 2026 at 2:01 PM
ARA's Section for Archives and Museums will hold its Annual Review Meeting on Tuesday, 25 August 2026.
This free online event will include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 speakers. You won't want to miss it!
Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
This free online event will include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 speakers. You won't want to miss it!
Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
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Submissions for A Year in Archives 2026 close in just over 2 weeks’ time!
Tell us about highlights from the past year that you’re proud of OR projects that public audiences can get involved with next year: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/1P8AIO/
⏰Friday 21 August
📷Rebecca Bridges Photography
Tell us about highlights from the past year that you’re proud of OR projects that public audiences can get involved with next year: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/1P8AIO/
⏰Friday 21 August
📷Rebecca Bridges Photography
August 6, 2026 at 1:15 PM
Submissions for A Year in Archives 2026 close in just over 2 weeks’ time!
Tell us about highlights from the past year that you’re proud of OR projects that public audiences can get involved with next year: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/1P8AIO/
⏰Friday 21 August
📷Rebecca Bridges Photography
Tell us about highlights from the past year that you’re proud of OR projects that public audiences can get involved with next year: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/t/1P8AIO/
⏰Friday 21 August
📷Rebecca Bridges Photography
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Day 1 of the ARA conference is complete! There were some fascinating discussions on archives and authenticity, including how we think about records, how we process them, and how we reach people through selection, appraisal, cataloguing and outreach.
What was one takeaway you had from today?
What was one takeaway you had from today?
August 5, 2026 at 8:33 PM
Day 1 of the ARA conference is complete! There were some fascinating discussions on archives and authenticity, including how we think about records, how we process them, and how we reach people through selection, appraisal, cataloguing and outreach.
What was one takeaway you had from today?
What was one takeaway you had from today?
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Are you looking to develop your skills as an #archives or #recordsmanagement professional? Enjoy working as part of a team to deliver exceptional training and peer support? Why not become the new Careers Officer for the Section for New Professionals: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/2026/08/03/j...
August 4, 2026 at 11:05 AM
Are you looking to develop your skills as an #archives or #recordsmanagement professional? Enjoy working as part of a team to deliver exceptional training and peer support? Why not become the new Careers Officer for the Section for New Professionals: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/2026/08/03/j...
The @araukie.bsky.social annual conference is this week in Glasgow. We are looking forward to attending some fascinating sessions around this year’s theme, “Authenticity”.
Are you going? Let us know what you are hoping to get out of this year’s conference.
Are you going? Let us know what you are hoping to get out of this year’s conference.
August 3, 2026 at 7:35 PM
The @araukie.bsky.social annual conference is this week in Glasgow. We are looking forward to attending some fascinating sessions around this year’s theme, “Authenticity”.
Are you going? Let us know what you are hoping to get out of this year’s conference.
Are you going? Let us know what you are hoping to get out of this year’s conference.
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Peer pals is a wonderful way of supporting new professionals as they navigate their way into the sector.
If you feel you have the ability to share your knowledge and experience then get in touch with our friends over at @aranewprofs.bsky.social
If you feel you have the ability to share your knowledge and experience then get in touch with our friends over at @aranewprofs.bsky.social
We are currently recruiting more peer mentors from the #archives and #recordsmanagement new professionals community to help answer questions and provide support to people considering a career in the sector. Find out more and submit your application today: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/peer-pals/
Peer Pals
About In September 2013 the Section for New Professionals launched its new Peer Pals Programme. The programme aims to help bridge the gap between those starting out or considering training options,…
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June 5, 2026 at 7:36 AM
Peer pals is a wonderful way of supporting new professionals as they navigate their way into the sector.
If you feel you have the ability to share your knowledge and experience then get in touch with our friends over at @aranewprofs.bsky.social
If you feel you have the ability to share your knowledge and experience then get in touch with our friends over at @aranewprofs.bsky.social
There is still time to sign up for our next training on Generic Learning Outcomes.
Why not level up your evaluation skillset for this new financial year?
Register on Eventbrite by 14 May. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/measuring-...
Why not level up your evaluation skillset for this new financial year?
Register on Eventbrite by 14 May. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/measuring-...
Our next event is ready for the diaries!
On Wednesday, 20 May, join Rachel Tranter @gem.org.uk and Jenni Waugh for a lunchtime seminar on Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs). The GLOs were updated in 2025 to reflect the inclusive learning and engagement delivery in practice across the culture sector.
On Wednesday, 20 May, join Rachel Tranter @gem.org.uk and Jenni Waugh for a lunchtime seminar on Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs). The GLOs were updated in 2025 to reflect the inclusive learning and engagement delivery in practice across the culture sector.
Lunchtime Seminar, Wed 20 May: “Measuring your learning impact: (Re)Introducing the Generic Learning Outcomes”
The Archives for Learning and Education Section’s second event in 2026 will be held using Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 20th May, from 1 to 2pm. Sign up at Eventbrite by 14 May.
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April 28, 2026 at 7:15 PM
There is still time to sign up for our next training on Generic Learning Outcomes.
Why not level up your evaluation skillset for this new financial year?
Register on Eventbrite by 14 May. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/measuring-...
Why not level up your evaluation skillset for this new financial year?
Register on Eventbrite by 14 May. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/measuring-...
Our next event is ready for the diaries!
On Wednesday, 20 May, join Rachel Tranter @gem.org.uk and Jenni Waugh for a lunchtime seminar on Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs). The GLOs were updated in 2025 to reflect the inclusive learning and engagement delivery in practice across the culture sector.
On Wednesday, 20 May, join Rachel Tranter @gem.org.uk and Jenni Waugh for a lunchtime seminar on Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs). The GLOs were updated in 2025 to reflect the inclusive learning and engagement delivery in practice across the culture sector.
Lunchtime Seminar, Wed 20 May: “Measuring your learning impact: (Re)Introducing the Generic Learning Outcomes”
The Archives for Learning and Education Section’s second event in 2026 will be held using Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 20th May, from 1 to 2pm. Sign up at Eventbrite by 14 May.
aralearning.wordpress.com
April 14, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Our next event is ready for the diaries!
On Wednesday, 20 May, join Rachel Tranter @gem.org.uk and Jenni Waugh for a lunchtime seminar on Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs). The GLOs were updated in 2025 to reflect the inclusive learning and engagement delivery in practice across the culture sector.
On Wednesday, 20 May, join Rachel Tranter @gem.org.uk and Jenni Waugh for a lunchtime seminar on Generic Learning Outcomes (GLOs). The GLOs were updated in 2025 to reflect the inclusive learning and engagement delivery in practice across the culture sector.
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Have you heard about our upcoming training on Mixed Collections? This online event happening on 5th May is perfect for professionals across the entire GLAM sector spanning galleries, libraries, archives, and museums.
Learn more and register here: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
Learn more and register here: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
April 1, 2026 at 2:24 PM
Have you heard about our upcoming training on Mixed Collections? This online event happening on 5th May is perfect for professionals across the entire GLAM sector spanning galleries, libraries, archives, and museums.
Learn more and register here: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
Learn more and register here: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
The Section for Archives and Museums @araarchmus.bsky.social has produced a Glossary of terminology commonly used across the Archives and Museum sectors in the UK & Ireland.
Find out more and check out the glossary: www.archives.org.uk/sam-glossary
Find out more and check out the glossary: www.archives.org.uk/sam-glossary
ARA Section for Archives & Museums Glossary of terminology commonly used in Archives/Museum sectors. — Archives & Records Association
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March 4, 2026 at 4:41 PM
The Section for Archives and Museums @araarchmus.bsky.social has produced a Glossary of terminology commonly used across the Archives and Museum sectors in the UK & Ireland.
Find out more and check out the glossary: www.archives.org.uk/sam-glossary
Find out more and check out the glossary: www.archives.org.uk/sam-glossary
Don’t miss out on our next training session. Book by 5th March (Thursday) for “Mining the Archives”, an exploration of using archival materials in school engagement.
Book your place by the 5th of March to discover how 'History Detective' workshops, art activities, and have-a-go instrumental sessions encouraged pupils to connect not only with music, but also with their local history and heritage.
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March 2, 2026 at 8:17 PM
Don’t miss out on our next training session. Book by 5th March (Thursday) for “Mining the Archives”, an exploration of using archival materials in school engagement.
Our next training seminar is ready for the diaries!
Join us Wednesday, 11 March 1-2pm GMT for ALES's first lunchtime seminar of 2026: Mining the Archives. Shape North and Brass Bands England will outline recent work on an immersive and interactive schools project around archives and local history.
Join us Wednesday, 11 March 1-2pm GMT for ALES's first lunchtime seminar of 2026: Mining the Archives. Shape North and Brass Bands England will outline recent work on an immersive and interactive schools project around archives and local history.
February 16, 2026 at 8:46 PM
Our next training seminar is ready for the diaries!
Join us Wednesday, 11 March 1-2pm GMT for ALES's first lunchtime seminar of 2026: Mining the Archives. Shape North and Brass Bands England will outline recent work on an immersive and interactive schools project around archives and local history.
Join us Wednesday, 11 March 1-2pm GMT for ALES's first lunchtime seminar of 2026: Mining the Archives. Shape North and Brass Bands England will outline recent work on an immersive and interactive schools project around archives and local history.
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We'd like to share something we're pretty proud about!
Our education team have been very busy with both schools and home education groups this January, we have ALREADY had nearly 500 children at the Field Studies Centre and in the House mainly learning this term about Antarctica. 🐧
Our education team have been very busy with both schools and home education groups this January, we have ALREADY had nearly 500 children at the Field Studies Centre and in the House mainly learning this term about Antarctica. 🐧
February 1, 2026 at 3:06 PM
We'd like to share something we're pretty proud about!
Our education team have been very busy with both schools and home education groups this January, we have ALREADY had nearly 500 children at the Field Studies Centre and in the House mainly learning this term about Antarctica. 🐧
Our education team have been very busy with both schools and home education groups this January, we have ALREADY had nearly 500 children at the Field Studies Centre and in the House mainly learning this term about Antarctica. 🐧
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The portal for submitting a paper for our call for papers for ARA Conference 2026 is now open.
The theme this year is 'Authenticity'
All presentations in person in Glasgow 5-7 August.
Go to: openingdoors-ara2026.eventsair.site/call-for-pap... for full details
The theme this year is 'Authenticity'
All presentations in person in Glasgow 5-7 August.
Go to: openingdoors-ara2026.eventsair.site/call-for-pap... for full details
Call for Papers
2026 Annual Conference of the Archives and Records Association (UK & Ireland)
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January 19, 2026 at 3:15 PM
The portal for submitting a paper for our call for papers for ARA Conference 2026 is now open.
The theme this year is 'Authenticity'
All presentations in person in Glasgow 5-7 August.
Go to: openingdoors-ara2026.eventsair.site/call-for-pap... for full details
The theme this year is 'Authenticity'
All presentations in person in Glasgow 5-7 August.
Go to: openingdoors-ara2026.eventsair.site/call-for-pap... for full details
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Join us for the next #EDI lecture in our series on 29th Jan at 1pm.
Dr. Barry Houlihan will talk about The Playwright on the Stairs: Recovering the archives and Legacies of Irish Women Writers.
For more info & to book a ticket ⬇️
www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-playwr...
Dr. Barry Houlihan will talk about The Playwright on the Stairs: Recovering the archives and Legacies of Irish Women Writers.
For more info & to book a ticket ⬇️
www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-playwr...
January 9, 2026 at 5:23 PM
Join us for the next #EDI lecture in our series on 29th Jan at 1pm.
Dr. Barry Houlihan will talk about The Playwright on the Stairs: Recovering the archives and Legacies of Irish Women Writers.
For more info & to book a ticket ⬇️
www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-playwr...
Dr. Barry Houlihan will talk about The Playwright on the Stairs: Recovering the archives and Legacies of Irish Women Writers.
For more info & to book a ticket ⬇️
www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-playwr...
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We’ve added 5 new case studies and 25 more short examples of good inclusive practice from archives across the country to our Inclusion Hub!
Have a read and get inspired: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec...
Have a read and get inspired: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec...
December 17, 2025 at 2:13 PM
We’ve added 5 new case studies and 25 more short examples of good inclusive practice from archives across the country to our Inclusion Hub!
Have a read and get inspired: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec...
Have a read and get inspired: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec...
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Fantastic news to share on this World Digital Preservation Day!
iPres2030 will be held in Belfast & Dublin in Sept 2030. The 5-day conference will be led by a consortium group across the island of Ireland. See link below ⬇️
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iPres2030 will be held in Belfast & Dublin in Sept 2030. The 5-day conference will be led by a consortium group across the island of Ireland. See link below ⬇️
dri.ie/news/dublin-...
November 6, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Fantastic news to share on this World Digital Preservation Day!
iPres2030 will be held in Belfast & Dublin in Sept 2030. The 5-day conference will be led by a consortium group across the island of Ireland. See link below ⬇️
dri.ie/news/dublin-...
iPres2030 will be held in Belfast & Dublin in Sept 2030. The 5-day conference will be led by a consortium group across the island of Ireland. See link below ⬇️
dri.ie/news/dublin-...
1. Select themes for your sessions. Themes allow you to centre the sessions around specific ideas that are broad enough where anyone could have a story about (e.g. childhood). What’s more, staff and facilitators can contribute their own stories, making the session truly for everyone.
We had a very successful session yesterday with Tom McGrath and Carmen Álvaro González, with over 15 of you joining us to learn more about reminiscence workshops using archival materials.
In case you missed it, here are three things we learned: 🧵
In case you missed it, here are three things we learned: 🧵
November 5, 2025 at 12:08 PM
1. Select themes for your sessions. Themes allow you to centre the sessions around specific ideas that are broad enough where anyone could have a story about (e.g. childhood). What’s more, staff and facilitators can contribute their own stories, making the session truly for everyone.
We had a very successful session yesterday with Tom McGrath and Carmen Álvaro González, with over 15 of you joining us to learn more about reminiscence workshops using archival materials.
In case you missed it, here are three things we learned: 🧵
In case you missed it, here are three things we learned: 🧵
November 5, 2025 at 11:56 AM
We had a very successful session yesterday with Tom McGrath and Carmen Álvaro González, with over 15 of you joining us to learn more about reminiscence workshops using archival materials.
In case you missed it, here are three things we learned: 🧵
In case you missed it, here are three things we learned: 🧵
Today’s session on Reminiscence Workshops by Archives is starting soon!
November 4, 2025 at 12:57 PM
Today’s session on Reminiscence Workshops by Archives is starting soon!