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Editor role available at Society journal
The Society's Geographical Journal wishes to appoint a new Physical Geography Editor.
Simulating COP30 at the Society
To mark COP30 which starts today in Belém, Brazil, we’re sharing an exciting event that took place at the Society last week.
49th annual RGS Explore Weekend
Last weekend, the 49th RGS Explore Weekend took place with the highest number attending this annual gathering of explorers and field scientists since 2017.
Society welcomes recommendations for changes to the geography curriculum
The Society welcomes the Curriculum and Assessment Review's recommendations to build on the strength and real-world relevance of the existing geography curriculum.
Three new grants launched this year
Hear about the three new grants we have launched this year! Plus, a reminder on upcoming deadlines.
Society hosts first ever Summit Photo
In September, we held our first ever Summit Photo, a three-day event dedicated to photography and photojournalism. Here we reflect on its signifiance and share some highlights.
Calling all geographical filmmakers!
Following the success of our summer film night in July, we are seeking submissions for a winter edition to be held on the evening of Wednesday 4 February 2026.
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 17 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council.
CPD opportunities awarded ‘Assessed for CGeog’ logo
We’ve recently awarded our ‘Assessed for CGeog’ logo to a host of exciting professional development activities,
Hybrid work in an era of climate change
In our next research spotlight, we look at a journal paper which explores how hybrid workers sense and adapt to climate change and the challenges it brings.
A guided tour across the top of the world
Each month we spotlight resources and updates from our Education team. This September, we zoom in on the relaunched Discovering the Arctic – an interactive website for schools.
Collections update: Icicle’s grand adventure
The Society’s Cartographic Collections Manager, Dr Katie Parker, reflects on a recent conservation project involving a penguin affectionately nicknamed Icicle and an overnight stay at our neighbours, the Natural History Museum (NHM).