Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
@rgsibg.bsky.social
We are the UK’s learned society and professional body for geography, supporting geography and geographers across the world.
Join Nicholas Crane, ex-President of the Society, and members of staff from across our teams to discover some of their highlights from our expansive Collection at next week's Monday night lecture.
📍London and online, 17 November
👉https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/our-favourite-things
📍London and online, 17 November
👉https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/our-favourite-things
November 11, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Join Nicholas Crane, ex-President of the Society, and members of staff from across our teams to discover some of their highlights from our expansive Collection at next week's Monday night lecture.
📍London and online, 17 November
👉https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/our-favourite-things
📍London and online, 17 November
👉https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/our-favourite-things
Join the Society's Gender and Feminist Geographies Research Group & Space Sexualities and Queer Research Group for this upcoming event, 'A sense of the possible: trans geographies in dystopian times'.
📅 Thursday 13 November
🎟️ Register here: https://ow.ly/cPl750Xothw
📅 Thursday 13 November
🎟️ Register here: https://ow.ly/cPl750Xothw
A sense of the possible: trans geographies in dystopian times
This webinar invites geographers to examine geography’s role and critical scholarship amid rising anti-trans reactionary politics.
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November 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Join the Society's Gender and Feminist Geographies Research Group & Space Sexualities and Queer Research Group for this upcoming event, 'A sense of the possible: trans geographies in dystopian times'.
📅 Thursday 13 November
🎟️ Register here: https://ow.ly/cPl750Xothw
📅 Thursday 13 November
🎟️ Register here: https://ow.ly/cPl750Xothw
Last week, ahead of #COP30, we hosted around 100 students from Harris Federation and United Learning for a model climate negotiation with @britishcouncil.bsky.social!
Students debated, deliberated policy, and reached an agreement to keep global heating between 1.5 and 2.0°C.
More👉 bit.ly/43le0Lg
Students debated, deliberated policy, and reached an agreement to keep global heating between 1.5 and 2.0°C.
More👉 bit.ly/43le0Lg
November 10, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Last week, ahead of #COP30, we hosted around 100 students from Harris Federation and United Learning for a model climate negotiation with @britishcouncil.bsky.social!
Students debated, deliberated policy, and reached an agreement to keep global heating between 1.5 and 2.0°C.
More👉 bit.ly/43le0Lg
Students debated, deliberated policy, and reached an agreement to keep global heating between 1.5 and 2.0°C.
More👉 bit.ly/43le0Lg
Join the Society's Animal Geography Working Group (RGS Animal Geographies ) for a series of online writing retreats over the coming academic year, kicking off on 5 December ✒️
Sign up here 👇
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemfK5MHOKQ_1Hi5RNoBlSm_M3n07dwEtbc9iSIAq5sKuO-dg/viewform
Sign up here 👇
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemfK5MHOKQ_1Hi5RNoBlSm_M3n07dwEtbc9iSIAq5sKuO-dg/viewform
November 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Join the Society's Animal Geography Working Group (RGS Animal Geographies ) for a series of online writing retreats over the coming academic year, kicking off on 5 December ✒️
Sign up here 👇
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemfK5MHOKQ_1Hi5RNoBlSm_M3n07dwEtbc9iSIAq5sKuO-dg/viewform
Sign up here 👇
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemfK5MHOKQ_1Hi5RNoBlSm_M3n07dwEtbc9iSIAq5sKuO-dg/viewform
Passionate about exploration and protecting the planet? 🌍
In partnership with the Risman Foundation, our new mentorship and training bursary programme supports young people to become future environmental changemakers.
Applications close 30 Nov. Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/481A28v
In partnership with the Risman Foundation, our new mentorship and training bursary programme supports young people to become future environmental changemakers.
Applications close 30 Nov. Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/481A28v
November 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Passionate about exploration and protecting the planet? 🌍
In partnership with the Risman Foundation, our new mentorship and training bursary programme supports young people to become future environmental changemakers.
Applications close 30 Nov. Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/481A28v
In partnership with the Risman Foundation, our new mentorship and training bursary programme supports young people to become future environmental changemakers.
Applications close 30 Nov. Find out more 👉 https://bit.ly/481A28v
#GreenCareersWeek may be coming to a close, but we’re sharing info on green careers all year round! 🌍
You can find educational and professional resources, including events and webinars, for students, teachers and professionals on our Choose Geography page👇 http://bit.ly/4n1RkXj
You can find educational and professional resources, including events and webinars, for students, teachers and professionals on our Choose Geography page👇 http://bit.ly/4n1RkXj
Geographical careers resources from the Society
We offer a wealth of careers teaching materials, embeddable activities and guidance as to how you can embed careers education into your teaching.
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November 8, 2025 at 12:40 PM
#GreenCareersWeek may be coming to a close, but we’re sharing info on green careers all year round! 🌍
You can find educational and professional resources, including events and webinars, for students, teachers and professionals on our Choose Geography page👇 http://bit.ly/4n1RkXj
You can find educational and professional resources, including events and webinars, for students, teachers and professionals on our Choose Geography page👇 http://bit.ly/4n1RkXj
Exploring the lives of individuals such as Shackleton, Brunel and Susan B. Anthony, author Brad Borkan gives his take on what made history's boldest achievers so renowned.
📍 London and online
🗓️ 17 November, 2:30pm
🎟️ Book your free ticket: https://bit.ly/4ouhOT8
📍 London and online
🗓️ 17 November, 2:30pm
🎟️ Book your free ticket: https://bit.ly/4ouhOT8
November 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Exploring the lives of individuals such as Shackleton, Brunel and Susan B. Anthony, author Brad Borkan gives his take on what made history's boldest achievers so renowned.
📍 London and online
🗓️ 17 November, 2:30pm
🎟️ Book your free ticket: https://bit.ly/4ouhOT8
📍 London and online
🗓️ 17 November, 2:30pm
🎟️ Book your free ticket: https://bit.ly/4ouhOT8
The Curriculum and Assessment Review’s final report was published this week, recognising the importance of studying geography. We welcome the recommendations, read more here: https://www.rgs.org/about-us/our-work/latest-news/society-welcomes-recommendations-for-changes-to-the-geography-curriculum
November 7, 2025 at 9:20 AM
The Curriculum and Assessment Review’s final report was published this week, recognising the importance of studying geography. We welcome the recommendations, read more here: https://www.rgs.org/about-us/our-work/latest-news/society-welcomes-recommendations-for-changes-to-the-geography-curriculum
How can geography translate into a green career?
These three professionals have taken their geographical learning along different career paths to reach their current positions.
Find out more in this year’s Choose Geography supplement 👉 http://bit.ly/43kBwrI
#GreenCareersWeek
These three professionals have taken their geographical learning along different career paths to reach their current positions.
Find out more in this year’s Choose Geography supplement 👉 http://bit.ly/43kBwrI
#GreenCareersWeek
November 6, 2025 at 2:53 PM
How can geography translate into a green career?
These three professionals have taken their geographical learning along different career paths to reach their current positions.
Find out more in this year’s Choose Geography supplement 👉 http://bit.ly/43kBwrI
#GreenCareersWeek
These three professionals have taken their geographical learning along different career paths to reach their current positions.
Find out more in this year’s Choose Geography supplement 👉 http://bit.ly/43kBwrI
#GreenCareersWeek
Last week, our Geography for All Coordinator Jasmine attended a workshop at York St John University hosted by EMBRACE Enviro (engaging ethnically diverse communities in environmental science).
November 5, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Last week, our Geography for All Coordinator Jasmine attended a workshop at York St John University hosted by EMBRACE Enviro (engaging ethnically diverse communities in environmental science).
How can GEES educators make the discipline more accessible for autistic students?
Adam Jeffery et al. (Keele University) discuss this in a new Geography Directions blog post. ✍️
Check it out here 👉 https://blog.geographydirections.com/2025/10/30/empowering-autistic-learners-in-geosciences/
Adam Jeffery et al. (Keele University) discuss this in a new Geography Directions blog post. ✍️
Check it out here 👉 https://blog.geographydirections.com/2025/10/30/empowering-autistic-learners-in-geosciences/
November 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM
How can GEES educators make the discipline more accessible for autistic students?
Adam Jeffery et al. (Keele University) discuss this in a new Geography Directions blog post. ✍️
Check it out here 👉 https://blog.geographydirections.com/2025/10/30/empowering-autistic-learners-in-geosciences/
Adam Jeffery et al. (Keele University) discuss this in a new Geography Directions blog post. ✍️
Check it out here 👉 https://blog.geographydirections.com/2025/10/30/empowering-autistic-learners-in-geosciences/
This #GreenCareersWeek, sign up for I’m a Geographer, get me out of here!
Take part in student-led live chats with professionals on practical geography career applications, transferable skills, and more. Sign up as a teacher or professional here: http://bit.ly/46TliYS
Take part in student-led live chats with professionals on practical geography career applications, transferable skills, and more. Sign up as a teacher or professional here: http://bit.ly/46TliYS
I’m a geographer, get me out of here
Connect with professional geographers. School students can join free live online chats with people who use geography in their work.
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November 5, 2025 at 11:40 AM
This #GreenCareersWeek, sign up for I’m a Geographer, get me out of here!
Take part in student-led live chats with professionals on practical geography career applications, transferable skills, and more. Sign up as a teacher or professional here: http://bit.ly/46TliYS
Take part in student-led live chats with professionals on practical geography career applications, transferable skills, and more. Sign up as a teacher or professional here: http://bit.ly/46TliYS
86% of geography graduates are in work or further study within 15 months, and more become environmental professionals than any other job. 💼
See the range of green career paths for geographers, like energy, law, food security and more👇http://bit.ly/4997evJ
#GreenCareersWeek
See the range of green career paths for geographers, like energy, law, food security and more👇http://bit.ly/4997evJ
#GreenCareersWeek
November 4, 2025 at 10:25 AM
86% of geography graduates are in work or further study within 15 months, and more become environmental professionals than any other job. 💼
See the range of green career paths for geographers, like energy, law, food security and more👇http://bit.ly/4997evJ
#GreenCareersWeek
See the range of green career paths for geographers, like energy, law, food security and more👇http://bit.ly/4997evJ
#GreenCareersWeek
It's #GreenCareersWeek! We’re sharing stories, resources and statistics that show how choosing geography as a subject at school and university can provide the fundamental skills needed to excel in lots of different green jobs. 🌍🌱
November 3, 2025 at 2:18 PM
It's #GreenCareersWeek! We’re sharing stories, resources and statistics that show how choosing geography as a subject at school and university can provide the fundamental skills needed to excel in lots of different green jobs. 🌍🌱
How can participatory geographical approaches offer alternative histories of post-war urban renewal in Britain?
Aled Singleton (Cardiff University School of Geography and Planning) discusses in a new Geography Directions post 📝
Check it out here 👇https://ow.ly/Vi2c50XlBy8
Aled Singleton (Cardiff University School of Geography and Planning) discusses in a new Geography Directions post 📝
Check it out here 👇https://ow.ly/Vi2c50XlBy8
What participatory geographers can contribute to studying urban renewal over the long term
By Aled Singleton, Cardiff University The use and form of towns and city centres change over time. In recent years high streets have lost department stores and other well-known names. Equally funda…
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November 3, 2025 at 12:00 PM
How can participatory geographical approaches offer alternative histories of post-war urban renewal in Britain?
Aled Singleton (Cardiff University School of Geography and Planning) discusses in a new Geography Directions post 📝
Check it out here 👇https://ow.ly/Vi2c50XlBy8
Aled Singleton (Cardiff University School of Geography and Planning) discusses in a new Geography Directions post 📝
Check it out here 👇https://ow.ly/Vi2c50XlBy8
A huge thank you to everyone who joined the #RGSExploreWeekend2025 🙌🌏
We hope the past three days have encouraged and inspired you on your next great journey ✨
Keep your eyes peeled for the RGS Explore Weekend 2026 – we’ll be celebrating 50 years of Explore together! 🎉
We hope the past three days have encouraged and inspired you on your next great journey ✨
Keep your eyes peeled for the RGS Explore Weekend 2026 – we’ll be celebrating 50 years of Explore together! 🎉
November 2, 2025 at 6:47 PM
A huge thank you to everyone who joined the #RGSExploreWeekend2025 🙌🌏
We hope the past three days have encouraged and inspired you on your next great journey ✨
Keep your eyes peeled for the RGS Explore Weekend 2026 – we’ll be celebrating 50 years of Explore together! 🎉
We hope the past three days have encouraged and inspired you on your next great journey ✨
Keep your eyes peeled for the RGS Explore Weekend 2026 – we’ll be celebrating 50 years of Explore together! 🎉
Lunch time! After a busy morning of main stage talks and workshops on field research and purposeful travel, it’s time for a well-earned break - and pizza from Dough & Deer’s Land Rover Defender 🍕
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
November 2, 2025 at 1:57 PM
Lunch time! After a busy morning of main stage talks and workshops on field research and purposeful travel, it’s time for a well-earned break - and pizza from Dough & Deer’s Land Rover Defender 🍕
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
Biosphere Expeditions have just launched their Exploration Bursary on the RGS stage!
Are you inspired to explore the world in a challenging and meaningful way? Apply by 1 January to win a place one on of their field science expeditions 🌍👉 https://www.biosphere-expeditions.org/bursary
Are you inspired to explore the world in a challenging and meaningful way? Apply by 1 January to win a place one on of their field science expeditions 🌍👉 https://www.biosphere-expeditions.org/bursary
November 2, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Biosphere Expeditions have just launched their Exploration Bursary on the RGS stage!
Are you inspired to explore the world in a challenging and meaningful way? Apply by 1 January to win a place one on of their field science expeditions 🌍👉 https://www.biosphere-expeditions.org/bursary
Are you inspired to explore the world in a challenging and meaningful way? Apply by 1 January to win a place one on of their field science expeditions 🌍👉 https://www.biosphere-expeditions.org/bursary
It’s the final day of our #RGSExploreWeekend2025
Today’s expert talks cover everything from fieldwork in the Western Ghats to connecting people with nature in the Lake District 🌎
Curious about geographical exploration? Explore our resources 👉 https://www.rgs.org/exploration
Today’s expert talks cover everything from fieldwork in the Western Ghats to connecting people with nature in the Lake District 🌎
Curious about geographical exploration? Explore our resources 👉 https://www.rgs.org/exploration
November 2, 2025 at 11:04 AM
It’s the final day of our #RGSExploreWeekend2025
Today’s expert talks cover everything from fieldwork in the Western Ghats to connecting people with nature in the Lake District 🌎
Curious about geographical exploration? Explore our resources 👉 https://www.rgs.org/exploration
Today’s expert talks cover everything from fieldwork in the Western Ghats to connecting people with nature in the Lake District 🌎
Curious about geographical exploration? Explore our resources 👉 https://www.rgs.org/exploration
It’s been a great first day of the #RGSExploreWeekend2025
Inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, friends catching up, and new connections made - who knows where they’ll lead?
Plenty more to come tomorrow, and it’s not too late to join: www.rgs.org/exploration/...
Inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, friends catching up, and new connections made - who knows where they’ll lead?
Plenty more to come tomorrow, and it’s not too late to join: www.rgs.org/exploration/...
November 1, 2025 at 9:03 PM
It’s been a great first day of the #RGSExploreWeekend2025
Inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, friends catching up, and new connections made - who knows where they’ll lead?
Plenty more to come tomorrow, and it’s not too late to join: www.rgs.org/exploration/...
Inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, friends catching up, and new connections made - who knows where they’ll lead?
Plenty more to come tomorrow, and it’s not too late to join: www.rgs.org/exploration/...
This afternoon, we've enjoyed a range of different workshops covering expedition logistics and health and safety in challenging environments, from the polar regions to tropical forests ⛰️🌳❄️
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
November 1, 2025 at 5:22 PM
This afternoon, we've enjoyed a range of different workshops covering expedition logistics and health and safety in challenging environments, from the polar regions to tropical forests ⛰️🌳❄️
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
One of the great things about the Explore Weekend is the many opportunities to meet like-minded individuals, share ideas and get advice, from other attendees, speakers and our lovely exhibitors!
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
November 1, 2025 at 2:34 PM
One of the great things about the Explore Weekend is the many opportunities to meet like-minded individuals, share ideas and get advice, from other attendees, speakers and our lovely exhibitors!
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
It’s the first full day of the RGS Explore Weekend! A packed schedule awaits, including inspiring talks, hands-on workshops and chances to connect and share ideas💡
Tickets still available for today and tomorrow 👉 www.rgs.org/exploration/...
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
Tickets still available for today and tomorrow 👉 www.rgs.org/exploration/...
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
November 1, 2025 at 1:34 PM
It’s the first full day of the RGS Explore Weekend! A packed schedule awaits, including inspiring talks, hands-on workshops and chances to connect and share ideas💡
Tickets still available for today and tomorrow 👉 www.rgs.org/exploration/...
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
Tickets still available for today and tomorrow 👉 www.rgs.org/exploration/...
#RGSExploreWeekend2025
We’re excited for the first full day of the #RGSExploreWeekend2025 at the Society tomorrow!
Learn from leading professionals and meet like-minded people united by a passion for discovery and making a difference 👣
It's not too late to join us there 👉https://www.rgs.org/explore
Learn from leading professionals and meet like-minded people united by a passion for discovery and making a difference 👣
It's not too late to join us there 👉https://www.rgs.org/explore
October 31, 2025 at 7:19 PM
We’re excited for the first full day of the #RGSExploreWeekend2025 at the Society tomorrow!
Learn from leading professionals and meet like-minded people united by a passion for discovery and making a difference 👣
It's not too late to join us there 👉https://www.rgs.org/explore
Learn from leading professionals and meet like-minded people united by a passion for discovery and making a difference 👣
It's not too late to join us there 👉https://www.rgs.org/explore
Wondering what to do with your Friday evening? Join us for 'Postcards from the Field', and be inspired by stories of recent expeditions from around the world 🌍✨
Online or in person, 6.30pm-9:00pm. Book your tickets 👇
https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/postcards-from-the-field
Online or in person, 6.30pm-9:00pm. Book your tickets 👇
https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/postcards-from-the-field
October 31, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Wondering what to do with your Friday evening? Join us for 'Postcards from the Field', and be inspired by stories of recent expeditions from around the world 🌍✨
Online or in person, 6.30pm-9:00pm. Book your tickets 👇
https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/postcards-from-the-field
Online or in person, 6.30pm-9:00pm. Book your tickets 👇
https://www.rgs.org/events/upcoming-events/postcards-from-the-field