Our prestigious medals and awards recognise excellence in geographical research, fieldwork, teaching, policy, and public engagement. They are presented annually in recognition of those who have made outstanding contributions.
Today, the Society's Gold Medals are among the highest international accolades and are awarded for the encouragement and promotion of geography, science and discovery.
Join us as we celebrate the 2025 award recipients.
Booking information
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Venue information
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), 1 Kensington Gore, London, SW7 2AR
- Lecture
Mulu: a remarkable rainforest mountain in Sarawak
Dr Paul Chai was the senior forest botanist on the survey of the Gunung Mulu National Park by the Society and the Sarawak Forestry Department (1977-1978). Now, his son Alvin will join us and highlight past and future research opportunities for those visiting this legendary UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allMonday 28 April 2025 - Monday night supper
Monday night lecture supper - 28 April
Stay for supper on the 28th April at the Society after our Monday night lecture and meet other Members and their guests.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allMonday 28 April 2025 - Lecture
Pristine seas: the last wild places in the ocean
Ocean life is at risk because of overfishing and global warming, but there are still a few remote places that have been saved from human destruction. Enric Sala will bring stories from National Geographic Pristine Seas expeditions and share lessons learned about how to bring the ocean back to life.
Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)Open to allMonday 12 May 2025