Outreach & science communication
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Outreach, Culture & Education SIG 2025
22 November @ 09:00 – 17:00
Outreach, Culture & Education Special Interest Group (SIG) 2025
We are excited to invite you to the next RES Outreach SIG meeting at the National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh on 22 November. Come and join us and…
Be inspired…
By our guest speakers:
- Entomologist, farmer and conservationist Dr Sarah Beynon, shares her experience of Dr Beynon’s Bug Farm and her latest conservation projects
- Naturalist, ecologist and TV presenter Nick Baker, who is embarking on a new Scottish wood ant project
Be creative…
In workshops with:
- Curator Ashleigh Whiffin, Engagement Manager Ashley Mackenzie-White, and Artist Ed Harrison will share how the Wild Wings of Hope project was delivered at NMS and give delegates a taster of these creative workshops.
- Jessica Symons, the anthropologist and digital consultant who brought us Giant Insect World, will be guiding us to create modern, dynamic experiences
Be collaborative…
Throughout the day, with:
- A dedicated poster session to network, chat and see what exciting entomology outreach projects have been going on
- Opportunities to meet like-minded people and plan your next outreach venture, whether it’s a small local project or a major event for Insect Week!
If you love entomology outreach, this is the place for you!
Programme
Registration
Registration is now open at the bottom of this page. Please note there are discounted rates for members of the RES, so if you are not a member already, consider joining today!
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Registration Fees
In-person registration deadline: 17:00 (GMT), Friday 14 November
| In-person | |
|---|---|
| RES Student Member | £20 |
| RES Member | £40 |
| Standard Registration (Associate members and Non-members) | £60 |
£20.00 – £60.00
