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New research and career opportunities through Research Group funding
As part of their programme of activities dedicated to supporting geography academics, across the UK and beyond, some of the Society’s 30+ Research Groups offer funding.
Explore at 50 and the future of exploration
As we mark the 50th anniversary of RGS Explore, hear from our Director and Expeditions and Fieldwork Manager on the evolving purpose of the event, and the future of exploration at the Society and beyond.
Celebrating Green Careers Week
To celebrate Green Careers Week, we’re sharing information on the value of green careers in today’s world and offering a selection of free-to access resources for students and teachers.
Disability knowledges and climate adaptation
Read our latest research blog on the need to listen to disabled knowledges in the climate context.
Society launches new publication for schools
We are delighted to announce a new publication for schools, Geography Today, packed with curriculum-relevant case studies written by expert geographers.
Editorial opportunities at Society journal
Transactions of the Institute of British Geographers, one of the Society’s scholarly journals, is looking for four new Editorial Board members to support the work of the journal and its editorial team.
Working between Anglophone and Latin American Geographies
New guides for researchers working between Anglophone and Latin American geographies launched alongside a new collection in Transactions.
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 35 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council!
Stories from the Collections: The West India Regiments
Hear from one of our Collaborative Doctoral Awards students, Cat Sharples, on her work researching the role of military personnel in colonial science in the 19th century.
Four leading conservationists and explorers to chair RGS Explore Weekend
The 2026 RGS Explore Weekend will be chaired by four leading conservationists and explorers. Read on to find out who...
Apply now for our 2027 grants
We are now accepting applications for the 2027 grants cycle, with deadlines in November and January. Whether you’re a student, teacher or researcher, discover what’s on offer.
The legacy of gifting
Many of our supporters have turned their passion into action, and ensured our work continues to thrive for years to come by giving a gift that stretches far beyond a lifetime.