Professional news and events
The latest news and updates for geography professionals
Professional spotlights: hear from geographical experts in industry and government
We’re starting a new series – Professional spotlights – where you’ll hear from geographical experts and thought leaders in industry and government. This time, we speak to Olive Powell, Head of Geography and Geospatial at the UK Office for National Statistics (ONS).
Disaster Risk Management Professional Practice Group launches webinar series
The Royal Geographical Society’s Disaster Risk Management Professional Practice Group is launching a four-part webinar series to accompany the publication of Geographical Perspectives on Disaster Risk Management (Wiley).
National Apprenticeship Week 2026
National Apprenticeship Week runs from 9-15 February, celebrating the apprentices, employers, training providers and organisations who make apprenticeships such a vital part of the UK skills landscape.
Launch of guide for employers navigating the education landscape
We have recently launched a guide bringing together information about the education landscape, outlining what opportunities are available for your business to inspire, inform and enable the next generation of geographers.
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society’s Council
Congratulations to the 17 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council.
CPD opportunities awarded ‘Assessed for CGeog’ logo
We’ve recently awarded our ‘Assessed for CGeog’ logo to a host of exciting professional development activities,
Supporting geographical work experience opportunities
We are pleased to announce that we have relaunched our work experience directory and are asking individuals and companies to register their opportunities.
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.
Upcoming events
Hamlyn symposium on medical robotics 2026
The Hamlyn Symposium unites global experts to share innovations, foster collaboration, and advance medical robotics through workshops, demonstrations and networking.
Use geography: careers in policy
In this lunchtime webinar learn from geography professionals with careers in policy.
How do natural hazards become disasters?
Join this webinar with the Disaster Risk Management Professional Practice Group to explore how and why natural hazards become disasters, and how hazard scenarios can help support disaster risk reduction.
Understanding and communicating risk through geospatial applications
Hear from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) geospatial team on the range of tools developed to support risk assessment and decision-making across the organisation.
Forecasting surface water flooding in climate cange
This online panel, hosted by the RGS-IBG Climate Change Research Group, will hear from experts dicussing surface water flooding in a changing climate.
Professional insights: reflecting on and planning your CPD
Join this webinar for an interactive lunchtime discussion exploring how to effectively reflect on and plan your continuing professional development (CPD).
Geography in practice: access to green and blue spaces
In this webinar, explore Defra’s work supporting the government’s ‘15-minute commitment’, which aims to ensure that everyone can reach a green or blue space within a 15-minute walk of their home.
Chartered Geographer introductory webinar - July
Join this webinar on 16 July to learn more about the benefits of becoming a Chartered Geographer.
Disaster risk: event monitoring and post damage assessment
In this session, speakers discuss the role of geography in mobilising event response and logistics, real-time monitoring and communication to damage assessment, civil recovery and implementation of lessons learned.
Professional Pathway introductory webinar – August
Join this webinar to learn more about the Professional Pathway. We will discuss the programme’s framework, highlight key professional development activities and guide you through the application process.
Professional insights: using mentoring to elevate your career
Join our interactive lunchtime webinar to gain valuable insights from experienced professionals as they share their knowledge, experiences and practical advice.
Chartered Geographer application accelerator - October
A four-week accelerator for those eligible for Chartered Geographer to focus your efforts in preparing your application portfolio.