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Archives & Records Association Special Interest Group providing professional support, guidance & training for those working in #Archives & #Museums.

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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Today is the LAST DAY to apply to become one of two new Communications Officers for ARA's Section for Archives and Museums! To apply, send a one-page Expression of Interest to sam@archives.org.uk by 5 pm TODAY (Monday 28 September). Learn more: mcusercontent.com/e2538b2a52fd...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Less than one week left to register for our next training session - 'Mixed Collections: Balancing Conservation and Interpretation' - which will be held on Tuesday, 6 October from 10:00 to 12:30. Register by Thursday, 1 October: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve....
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Only 5 days left to apply to become one of two new Communications Officers for ARA's Section for Archives and Museums! Send an Expression of Interest to sam@archives.org.uk by 5 pm on Monday 28 September. Learn more: mcusercontent.com/e2538b2a52fd...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Our next online training - 'Mixed Collections: Balancing Conservation and Interpretation' - will be Tuesday, 6 October from 10:00 to 12:30. Register by Thursday, 1 October: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve....
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ARA International @arainternational.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Only 10 days left to express your interest in becoming Joint Communications Officer for ARA's Section for Archives and Museums! This is a fantastic volunteer opportunity to hone your communication skills & build your network across the UK and Ireland. Learn more: mcusercontent.com/e2538b2a52fd...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Our next training session is 'Mixed Collections: Balancing Conservation and Interpretation'. This online training, presented by freelance museum consultants Anita Hollinshead and Jim Grevatte, will be held on Tuesday, 6 October from 10:00 to 12:30. Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Are you interested in using communications to connect colleagues across the GLAM sector? We're looking for two new Joint Communications Officers to share news, promote activities, and support the section’s voice across the wider heritage profession. Learn more: mcusercontent.com/e2538b2a52fd...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Announcement: we're looking for 2 new Joint Communications Officers! In this voluntary position, you would work with SAM committee members, ARA colleagues and section members to identify relevant news, develop content, and maintain clear communication. Learn more: mcusercontent.com/e2538b2a52fd...
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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Congratulations Scottish Canals - you have the first job vacancy posted on our new recordkeeping careers hub! recordkeeping-careers.org/job/informat...
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Information Manager - Recordkeeping Careers
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UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
The National Archives & @araukie.bsky.social are seeking three consultants or freelancers to each deliver a 90-minute workshop at the Leadership for recordkeepers summit on Wednesday 4 November. Find out more and apply by Friday 18 September: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
ARA's Section for Archives & Museums would like to say a huge THANK YOU to all who attended our annual review meeting & knowledge sharing session last week. We would also like to extend a special thanks to our 4 fabulous presenters: Lowri Jenkins, Rachel Sayers, Cecilia Borgenstam & Felicity Crowe.
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Today is the LAST DAY TO REGISTER for our Annual Review Meeting on Tuesday, 25 August. This free online event will also include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 experts in the GLAM sector. You won't want to miss it! Register NOW: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Our Annual Review Meeting is one week from today! This free online event on Tuesday, 25 August will also include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 experts in the GLAM sector. Register by Friday, 21 August to secure your place: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
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Archives for Learning and Education Section @ales-araukie.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
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...
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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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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
ARA's Section for Archives and Museums is hosting its Annual Review Meeting on Tuesday, 25 August. This free online event will also include a knowledge sharing session with short presentations from 4 speakers spread across the UK and Ireland. Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Attention archivists and records managers who are in the early stages of their careers...the ARA Section for New Professionals is looking for volunteers to join its committee. See details below!
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
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...
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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
The final keynote of #ARA2026 is from ARA President, Elizabeth Shepherd on Authentic voices: restoring the history of women in the archives
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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 07/08/2026
Winners of the ARA Excellence Awards 2026: New Professional: Aimy Stevens Record Keeper : Karyn Williamson Recordkeeping Service : Edge Hill University Archive Distinguished Service Awards: Catherine Kirby Ian Wakeling Kevin Wilbraham full story: www.archives.org.uk/news/ara-exc...
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ARA Excellence Awards 2026 - Winners announced — Archives & Records Association
‍ ARA Excellence Awards 2026 ‍The awards of Record Keeper of the Year, Recordkeeping Service of the Year and New Professional of the Year are all voted on by the public. Up to three Distinguished S...
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ARA Section for Archives & Technology @arasat.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
🔍 Want to learn DROID? Join Steve Daly (The National Archives) for an introduction to the free open-source digital preservation tool used by archivists around the world. 📅 Fri 28 Aug 2026 🕐 1-2pm 💻 Online 🎟️ Free for ARA members: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sat-luncht... #Archives #DigitalPreservation
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SAT Lunchtime Webinar: An introduction to digital preservation using DROID
Join us for a live demonstration of DROID the free open-source software tool developed by TNA.
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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
Our second keynote at #ARA2026 is from Tony King- looking at the changes within archive conservation that reflect changes in archival and conservation theory/philosophy across the 20th and 21st centuries.
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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Kicking off the #ARA2026 in Glasgow with our keynote Amina Shah from National Library of Scotland
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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
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...
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Join our team!
Do you want to be a part of a dynamic and proactive team helping to shape the archives, records management and conservation sector in the UK and Ireland?
We are looking to fill the following voluntary roles:
Careers Officer
Comms Officer
You would be part of an active and dynamic committee of volunteers, helping give voice to archivists, records managers, information management professionals and conservators in the first five years of their career! 
 If you’re interested, email us today at newprofessionals@archives.org.uk with a short statement. 
Deadline for applications: 
Monday 24th August 2026
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araireland @araireland.bsky.social · 01/08/2026
The Explore Your Archive theme for Lúnasa | August is #EYAIontas | #EYASurprise 🎊 Get involved and remember to tag 🏷️ @araireland.bsky.social & @exploreyourarchive.bsky.social in your posts! #ExploreYourArchive #CuardaighDoChartlann
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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
‍In our lates diversity allies blog, Philip Milnes-Smith struggles to hear the silenced voices of lower class, disabled inmates in an early Victorian workhouse. www.archives.org.uk/diversity-allies-blog/accessibility-and-archives-now-you-are-of-a-mind-to-kill-me
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Accessibility and Archives: “Now you are [of] a mind to kill me” — Archives & Records Association
‍ In this blog, Philip Milnes-Smith struggles to hear the silenced voices of lower class, disabled inmates in an early Victorian workhouse. Reflecting on a couple of recently published books, and the ...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Huge thanks to everyone who joined our re-run of the 'Introduction to Mixed Collections' training last week. Stay tuned for announcement of future events!
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Julie Noble-Watts, Treasurer of @araukie.bsky.social Section for Archives & Museums, writes about her experience earning her Master's in Archives and Records Management from @dundee.ac.uk. Be sure to read this post if you are considering this degree programme! #ARA #Archives #Qualification
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Becoming an Archivist: Studying at the University of Dundee
I have worked as a school librarian in an independent boarding school for almost ten years. During 2020, the school archivist was made redundant. I started my career in a local history library, so …
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Please note that our upcoming online event titled 'Mixed Collections: An Introduction' is now sold out! Thanks to everyone who has registered. Joining instructions will be sent on Tues., 7 July ahead of the event on Thurs., 9 July. If you have any queries, please contact sam@archives.org.uk.
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ARA International @arainternational.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Looking to connect with archivists beyond your own institution or country? Join us for our Annual Review Meeting! ☕ Take part in our first International Coffee Chat to meet colleagues, share experiences, and feel more connected wherever you are in the world! 15 July | 1–2 PM BST
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Spaces are quickly running out for our next training - 'Introduction to Mixed Collections' - to be held online on Tuesday, 9th July. Learn more: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... #ARA #Archives #Museums #MixedCollections #Training #Online
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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Join our friendly committee! We are looking for a volunteer Secretary on the araukie.bluesky.social Section for New Professionals. Deadline is Tue 30 June. aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/wp-content/u...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Reminder! The ARA Section for Archives and Museums is hosting its next online training on Tuesday, 9th July. This event is a repeat of our highly popular 'Introduction to Mixed Collections' session, which sold out in May. Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Announcement! The ARA Section for Archives and Museums is hosting its next online training on Tuesday, 9th July. This event is a repeat of our highly popular 'Introduction to Mixed Collections' session, which sold out in May. Register now: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
We're looking for a secretary to join our lovely team on the ARA Section for New Professionals committee. Role description: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/wp-content/u... Apply by emailing newprofessionals@archives.org.uk, by 30 June.
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ARA South East & London @araseandlondon.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
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
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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Nominations are open for the ARA Excellence Awards - read why you should be nominating someone (or a recordkeeping service) for these awards: www.archives.org.uk/news/ara-exc...
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ARA Excellence Awards — Archives & Records Association
The Archives and Records Association Excellence Awards recognise excellence and contributions by individuals and teams in our sector. They celebrate the achievements of record keeping professionals a...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Reminder to all who registered that our online training on Mixed Collections is TODAY at 10 am. See you soon! More details: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve... #ARA #Archives #Museums #GLAM #MixedCollections #Training #OnlineEvent
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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Ever wondered what the Archives and Records Association can do for new professionals working with records in the UK & Ireland? Come along and find out for yourself at our next knowledge-sharing and networking event: online, Weds 20 May: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ara-sfnp-c....
Archives and Records Association Section for New Professionals 
Networking and Training 
Online 20 May 2026 12:00 BST
with Chris Sheridan, Head of Professional Standards and Development
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araireland @araireland.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
How to start a new archives service: experience of the CIÉ Group Archives by Dr Kevin Forkan. Join @irisharchives1970.bsky.social for their upcoming lecture @dclareadingroom.bsky.social on Wed 6th May at 6pm. Tickets available🔽 www.eventbrite.ie/e/how-to-sta...
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How to start a new archives service: experience of the CIÉ Group Archives
Learn how the CIÉ archives service was put in place to store the records held by the group, and future plans for the historic collections.
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ARA Section for Archives & Technology @arasat.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Curious how new tech is shaping archival work? 💻 Free online webinar with @araukie.bsky.social SAT committee 📅 Fri 19 June 2026 1–1.30pm ✨Python in workflows, CMS planning & archiving dynamic websites post‑Conifer 🔗 More info & booking: www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
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Friday lunchtime CPD webinar: Exploring archival technologies with ARA’s SAT committee — Archives & Records Association
Friday lunchtime CPD webinar : Exploring archival technologies with ARA’s SAT committee Speakers: Malcolm Mathieson, Lucy Rumble, Jake Bickford Online - Friday 19th June 2026 - 1.00pm to 1.30...
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Caylin Smith @caylin.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Call for Papers: Archival Practice in Complex Systems: Risk, Ethics, Infrastructure, and Evolving Institutional Roles, Collaboration, and Governance. @araukie.bsky.social tinyurl.com/mr45nf35 #Archives #RecordsManagement #CallForPapers #Libraries #DigitalPreservation #OpenAccess
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Archival infrastructure
Seeking reflective, comparative, and practice-informed submissions that examine how archival work is governed, justified, and sustained in environments characterised by scale, interdependence, and unc...
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Archives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
ARA has published a brief for a consultant to develop & deliver training for Peer Reviewers for Archive Service Accreditation Onsite Assessment www.archives.org.uk/news/tender-for-developing-and-delivering-a-training-package-for-peer-reviewers-the-archive-service-accreditation-onsite-assessment-team
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Tender for: Developing and delivering a training package for Peer Reviewers the Archive Service Accreditation Onsite Assessment Team — Archives & Records Association
‍Consultancy brief for a consultant to develop and deliver a training package for Peer Reviewers to equip them with skills to be an effective and confident member of the Archive Service Accreditation ...
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ARA SAM @araarchmus.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Please note that our upcoming online event titled 'Mixed Collections: An Introduction' is now sold out! Thanks to everyone who has registered. Joining instructions will be sent on Friday, 1st May ahead of the event on Tuesday, 5th May. www.archives.org.uk/training-eve...
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Mixed Collections: An Introduction  — Archives & Records Association
Mixed Collections: An Introduction Trainer: Anita Hollinshead The Section for Archives and Museums  are repeating their popular online workshops covering the basics of managing and workin...
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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
We're looking for a training officer to join our committee for the UK & Ireland's community of new #archives and #recordsmanagement professionals. Find out more about the role here: tinyurl.com/SfNP26TO. Apply to newprofessionals@archives.org.uk by 24 April.
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Archives for Learning and Education Section @ales-araukie.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
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.
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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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araireland @araireland.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Join us next Tuesday, 21st April, at 1pm for the next lecture in the ARA Ireland #EDI series. This lecture will reflect on the insights into the experience of marginalisation and the challenges of reading those writings. Tickets available ⬇️ www.eventbrite.ie/e/the-last-h...
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ARA International @arainternational.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Did you know the Falklands has its own archives? They’re all ready to share for #archive30 (I hope there’s at least one penguin in the mix)
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ARA South East & London @araseandlondon.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
A great training session coming up for any of you out that managing mixed collections.
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ARA International @arainternational.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Archival collections are never straightforward in terms of holding! Especially with donations. Our ARA pals @araarchmus.bsky.social are offering an excellent session on mixed collections, and you don’t even have to leave the comfort of your (home) office
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