Professional news and events
The latest news and updates for geography professionals
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 22 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council. Also find out what’s changed since the last cycle of approvals.
New structured development pathway for Chartered Geographer launched
The Society has launched a new programme designed to support people along the way to becoming a Chartered Geographer.
Meet our Professional team at conferences
This May and June, our Professional team will be attending a series of geospatial conferences to talk about the support we offer professional geographers.
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 38 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council.
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.
Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2025
To celebrate National Apprenticeship Week, we spoke to members of the geographical community who have taken, or are currently taking, apprenticeships.
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 15 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council.
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 22 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council.
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 14 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council.
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 17 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council.
New Chartered Geographers approved by Council
Congratulations to the 17 Society Fellows who were awarded Chartered Geographer (CGeog) status by the Society’s Council this week, bringing the number of new CGeogs this year to 60.
Society hosts AGI conference exploring intelligent geospatial for a sustainable future
We were delighted to host GeoCom, the flagship conference of the Association for Geographic Information (AGI), at our building in London yesterday, bringing together professionals from across the geospatial sector.
Upcoming events
Professional Pathway to Chartered Geographer introductory webinar
Join this webinar to learn more about the Professional Pathway to Chartered Geographer. We will discuss the programme’s framework, highlight key professional development activities and guide you through the application process.
Professional Pathway to Chartered Geographer for employers - July
Join this webinar in July to find out more about how employers can support their staff on the Professional Pathway to Chartered Geographer.
Chartered Geographer introductory webinar - July
Join this webinar to learn more about the benefits of becoming a Chartered Geographer.
Chartered Geographer introductory webinar - August
Join this introductory webinar in August to learn more about the benefits of becoming a Chartered Geographer.
Geospatial transformation and the future of property valuation
Join us for an insightful webinar exploring the Valuation Office Agency’s (VOA) first enterprise-level Geographic Information System: Valuation Mapping System (VMS). This is a joint webinar with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Government Geography Profession (GGP).
Empowering Level 4 students with geospatial skills - CPD
In this hands-on workshop we will look at ways that you can give your 1st-year students a gentle on-ramp to GIS which gives them the confidence to use GIS to solve geographical problems.
Professional Pathway to Chartered Geographer introductory webinar - September
Join this webinar in September to learn more about the Professional Pathway to Chartered Geographer. We will discuss the programme’s framework, highlight key professional development activities and guide you through the application process.
Chartered Geographer introductory webinar - September
Join this webinar to learn more about the benefits of becoming a Chartered Geographer.
AI in geospatial - disruption, opportunity, and what comes next
Join our Small, Medium and Micro Enterprise Professional Practice Group (SMME PPG) for an exciting webinar exploring the impact of AI in the geospatial industry.
Chartered Geographer application accelerator
A four-week accelerator for those eligible for Chartered Geographer to focus your efforts in preparing your application portfolio.
Chartered Geographer introductory webinar - October
Join this webinar in October to learn more about the benefits of becoming a Chartered Geographer.
Professional Pathway to Chartered Geographer for employers - October
Join this webinar in October to find out more about how employers can support their staff on the Professional Pathway to Chartered Geographer.