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Overcrowding in housing: the persistence of ethnic disparities
In our first research spotlight of 2026, we're looking at a journal paper which explores the persistence of ethnic disparities and overcrowding in the UK housing sector.
Nominate a geographer making an outstanding contribution in their field
Each year, the Society鈥檚 medals and awards recognise geographers who have made outstanding contributions to geographical research, fieldwork, teaching, policy, and public engagement.
New membership card image revealed
The Society is pleased to share it has chosen Romain Loubeyre鈥檚 The Glacial Snail as the 2026 membership card image.
Book now for our spring 2026 events
As we welcome in the new year, a reminder that our spring term of events are now ready for booking! This term looks to be another enjoyable dose of inspiration 鈥� we do hope you鈥檒l join us.
Society closing times over Christmas
The Society's building will be closed completely between Wednesday 24 December 2025 and Friday 2 January 2026, inclusive. The building will also be closed all day this Friday, 19 December 2025 due to emergency works.
New geography programmes accredited
We have recently approved the accreditation or reaccreditation of four geography programmes at two higher education institutions across the UK.
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. 聽 聽
New Chartered Geographers approved by the Society鈥檚 Council
Congratulations to the 19 Society Fellows who were recently awarded Chartered Geographer status by Council. This takes the number of Chartered Geographers approved by Council in 2025 to 96!聽
Young Geographer of the Year winners announced
Last Friday, we came together at the Society to celebrate this year鈥檚 Young Geographer of the Year competition, and to announce the winning entries.
Study finds soil health largely absent from UK media reporting on climate change
A new study in the Geographical Journal has found that soil health is rarely discussed as a climate change issue in the UK media.
Supporting the teaching of oceans
This month's schools spotlight showcases the important educational work we deliver on oceans, and highlights an opportunity to join Mark Evans MBE, live from an expedition along Oman鈥檚 coastline.
Submit your images now for Earth Photo 2026
The call for submissions for still and moving images for Earth Photo 2026 is now open.