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We provide leadership for the archives and records management sector in Scotland. Lead. Inform. Inspire. Website: https://www.scottisharchives.org.uk/
The next blog from Comunn Eachdraidh Nis is on our website!
This time they tell us about their project cataloguing and digitising the archive with the aim of making the collection more accessible.
Find out more via our website: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/community-ar...
Does your collection hold objects that help preserve intangible cultural heritage?
Then take part in our upcoming digital exhibition where you will be able to showcase your objects.
Find out more and apply to take part: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/call-...
More accreditation news!
The Highland Archive Service has successfully retained its Accredited Archive Service status following a three-year review. 👏
Well done to the team for their continued excellence!
Read more: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/highl...
North Lanarkshire Archives has officially achieved Accreditation status, recognising excellence in preserving and sharing their archive. 👏
A huge well done to the team behind this achievement!
Read more: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/north...
The Scottish Government #ScottishConnections Fund 2025-26 is now open for applications.
Grants of up to £5,000 are available for new projects that promote Scotland and bring together its diaspora around the world.
Find out more ⬇
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We're thrilled to share that North Lanarkshire Archives have just been accredited.
This recognition exemplifies how the archive is preserving, caring for, and making historical records accessible to everyone.
Find out more: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/about/news/n...
Call for Participation: Digital Exhibition Celebrating Scotland’s Intangible Cultural Heritage
If you're part of a community group with a collection relating to intangible cultural heritage, we want to hear from you.
Submit your interest: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/call-...
Join us in Inverness for a half-day event supporting community groups building or managing archive collections.
Learn from archivists, share experiences, and explore tools for care, access, and inclusive engagement.
Book your space: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/community-...
Closing Soon: Sector Development Manager
Help shape the future of Scotland’s archives!
We're hiring a Sector Development Manager to lead professional development, advocacy, and collaboration across the sector.
🔗 Apply now: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/new-v...
Learn how to care for your community archive!
Join our next Community Stories - Community Archives skills session on Preservation which will cover simple, low-cost ways to protect your collection for the long term.
Book now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/preservati...
Just a couple days left to apply for our new Sector Development Manager role!
Join SCA to lead professional development & capacity-building for archives & records management in Scotland. Help shape the future of the sector!
👉 Apply now: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/new-v...
@scotsarchives.bsky.social are recruiting for a Sector Development Manager to lead delivery of professional development and capacity building programmes for the archives and records sector in Scotland tinyurl.com/3m7wz2sa £35,940 #Edinburgh #hybrid
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Just a few days left to apply for our new Sector Development Manager role!
Help strengthen the impact of archives & records across Scotland, shape sector programmes, and advocate for lasting change.
🔗 Apply now: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/new-v...
There is still time to submit an expression of interest to our Year in Review!
Share your important work from last year with the sector and celebrate your achievements.
Find out more and submit via our website: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/call-...
We're Hiring: Sector Development Manager
Help shape the future of archives & records in Scotland.
📍 Hybrid (Edinburgh)
📅 Deadline: 23 July
💼 Full-time
🔗 Apply now: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/new-v...
We’re proud to share a small action with a big impact. We recently had a clear out in our office and by recycling our tech, we’ve helped save 7,100kgs of CO₂e from entering the atmosphere!
Thanks to Edinburgh Remakery for providing this service♻️
Post your roles on the Make Your Mark portal to find volunteers passionate about archives.
It’s free, easy to use, and helps you reach a diverse range of volunteers with support and resources available.
Get started: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/find-...
Call for Submissions: Scottish Archives and Records Annual Review
Worked on an exciting archives or records project in 2024/25? Then share your work and celebrate achievements with the sector!
Submit your Expression of Interest by 20 July: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/call-...
A view of archives on a shelving unit. There are various boxes, as well as documents rolled up and stacked in groups.
From cataloguing to digitising, archive volunteers can help you care for your organisation’s records.
And with 25% of Make Your Mark portal users searching for archive roles, there’s a keen group ready to help!
Post your opportunities: makeyourmark.scot/for-organisa...
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Join us at SCA!
We're hiring a Sector Development Manager to help shape the future of archives in Scotland. A new role with national impact - perfect for a strategic, collaborative leader.
👉 Apply now: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/new-v...
Business archives aren't just dusty records. They’re rich with community stories.
@scotsarchives.bsky.social wants your input on how business records can support local identity, education & resilience.
Take the survey: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/community-ar...
Want to keep up to date with the latest news, developments, events, and opportunities across Scotland’s archives and records management sector?
Join our mailing list to receive regular updates directly to your inbox and get our monthly newsletter tomorrow!
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Sector Development Manager
The Scottish Council on Archives is looking for a strategic and collaborative professional to lead development and capacity-building initiatives across Scotland’s vibrant archives and records management sector.
Apply: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/new-v...
Made in Scotland: Bridging Business and Community to Create New Stories
This project explores links between business and community archives. Share your experience through our short survey.
Get involved: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/community-ar...
Have you ever seen a phonebook that has peoples' nicknames too?
Find out about this and more Gaelic treasures in Comunn Eachdraidh Nis's latest blog post where they talk about their recent eventexploring overlooked Gaelic history.
Find out more: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/community-ar...
New Vacancy: Sector Development Manager (F/T)
Join the Scottish Council on Archives to lead professional development & capacity building across Scotland’s archives & records sector. Help shape programmes, build resilience & champion the sector.
Apply: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/new-v...
Community Archives and Heritage Group Scotland at 5! 🎉
We’re marking 5 years of supporting community heritage with new initiatives that celebrate the journey so far and look to the future.
Full update: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/commu...
You have a couple weeks left to express your interest in submitting a piece for our Year in Review and showcase the work you have been doing!
Find out more: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/call-...
Call for participation!
Divergent Minds in the Archive is exploring how archives can be more accessible for neurodivergent people.
Find out more and apply to take part in our workshop: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/call-...
