We develop exciting projects to inspire public audiences, influence policy-makers, and solve complex problems. Read more
With the support of more than 2,700 Members, c120 volunteers, and six staff, we are a small, flexible organisation, striving to increase geographical understanding. Read more
The Royal Scottish Geographical Society is a dynamic educational charity with far-reaching influence and a mission to inspire and inform. Read more
We provide informed, intelligent, insightful commentary on world issues from a geographical perspective. Read more
Our Inspiring People talks in late 2021 will all be held online, via Zoom. We hope that some of our talks in early 2022 can be held face-to-face, if Covid restrictions on venues allow. Details here. Read more
We publish an attractive and informative quarterly magazine, The Geographer. Read more
We are at the heart of a community of interest – an RSGS family of individuals and organisations working together, part of an international network of geographical expertise and achievement. Read more
The RSGS’s governing constitution, current strategic plan, latest accounts and latest AGM minutes can be downloaded here. Read more
We engage in policy discussions with national government departments, international bodies, local authorities, community organisations, schools, universities, companies, NGOs and others. Read more
We are a champion for geographical education in Scottish schools, involved in policy discussions, promoting geography in schools, and projects. Read more
We promote geographical research in Scottish universities, offer ‘knowledge exchange’ opportunities, and publish a peer-reviewed academic journal. Read more
We conserve and curate heritage collections of more than 100,000 historical and contemporary maps, and a wide variety of books, artefacts and archives. Read more