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New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 38 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council.
Capturing nature’s wild edges
Ahead of screenings of his latest short film this summer, we caught up with documentary filmmaker Ted Simpson to hear about the power of cinema for societal and environmental advocacy.
Journey in audio programme kicks off
The first workshop for a new training programme launched by the Society, Journey in audio, took place recently. Hear how it went!
Young Geographer of the Year and Rex Walford Award 2025 open for entries
This year's Young Geographer of the Year and Rex Walford Award are now open - find out how to enter.
Esmond B. Martin Royal Geographical Prize winners for 2025 announced
Dr Iain Douglas-Hamilton and Dr Jake Wall have been awarded the Esmond B. Martin Royal Geographical Society Prize for 2025.
New Society and artist collaboration: integrating historical instruments in art
Artist and printmaker Kristina Chan's new exhibition at Canada House explores the accuracy of recording territories through maps, measurements and visual records. Her work is also the latest in a series of artistic partnerships for the Society.
Careers in humanitarian aid: a geographers’ guide
Our Use geography webinars explore the possibilities that studying geography opens up for a career. In a recent edition, humanitarian aid professionals shared their advice and why they think geographers are so well-equipped for roles in this sector.
Book now for our summer 2025 events
The Society’s summer programme of events is now live, offering a wide range of talks, discussions and exhibitions at venues across the UK, with many also livestreamed.
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025
To celebrate International Women’s Day taking place tomorrow (8 March), we have unlocked 16 of our Monday night lectures from the past year featuring inspirational women.
Hire our venue for your wedding
Are you planning a wedding? Why not hire the Society’s iconic building for your special day and support our vital work to advance geography at the same time?
Society updates guidance on use of generative AI in grant applications
The Society has updated the guidance for its grants programme on the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI), both for applicants and reviewers.
Call for evidence: further education and skills
The Government Education Committee has launched an open call for evidence to inform its response to the challenges within the further education sector. The Society would like to hear the views of our members and the geographical community to help us formulate our response.