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Association of Genealogists & Researchers in Archives - We are professional researchers supporting the highest standards in family history and genealogy. www.agra.org.uk

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · Nov 18

The Association of Genealogists and Researchers in Archives (AGRA) is the professional organisation promoting high professional standards in the field of genealogy and historical research in England and Wales. Find out more about us here: www.agra.org.uk

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 2h

Welcome to Nicola Johnson who joins AGRA as an Associate. Nicola is based in Hampshire, specialising in maritime families, including Titanic families, and holds an MSc (Distinction) in Genealogical, Palaeographic and Heraldic Studies. www.agra.org.uk/nicola-johns...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 2d

The AGRA South Central Network Group held an evening online meeting on 15 September. Group member Janice Heppenstall kindly gave a talk on ‘How I Organise my Photo Files, using Adobe Photoshop Elements’. The next group meeting will be via Zoom on 13 November. www.agra.org.uk

AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 3d

Mia Bennett, AGRA Associate, is giving a talk on Administrative Boundaries and Your English Ancestors for the Society of Genealogists on 11 October. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 6d

Kathy Wilshaw, AGRA Member, is giving a talk on Adoption: A Guide for Genealogists for the Society of Genealogists’ Professional Corner on 7 October. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 7d

Welcome to Fiona Turnbull who has joined us as an Associate. Fiona is a former teacher who holds the Family History Skills and Strategies Intermediate Certificate with Pharos Tutors. Fiona is based in Cambridgeshire. www.agra.org.uk/fiona-turnbu...

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 9d

Members and Associates are reminded to submit articles and news for the next issue of the Newsletter, deadline 3 October. Get in touch with our Editor Joe. buff.ly/3Ql6DMU

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Andrew Redfern @andrewredfern.bsky.social · 9d

Great to present on #AI & #familyhistory to @agragenealogy.bsky.social Lots of great questions & discussion.

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 10d

The South West Network group recently met for a wide-ranging discussion. John Wintrip explained the difference between baptisms and christening. They also enjoyed a Cotswolds talk from Fiona Stone who described the region's distinct character. www.agra.org.uk

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 14d

If you are a researcher working in England and Wales then consider joining AGRA, the body for professional genealogists and archival researchers. www.agra.org.uk/join

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 17d

Several AGRA Members and Associates are course tutors for the Society of Genealogist’s upcoming Stage 3 Family History Skills Course, including Joe Saunders, Ann Ballard, Eilir Daniels and Susan Moore portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/3...

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Society of Genealogists @sogorg.bsky.social · 20d

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 21d

Our South Central network group will be representing AGRA at Somerset and Dorset Family History Society's 50th Anniversary History Day on 27 September.

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 23d

If you are thinking of commissioning research as a festive gift then get in touch with a researcher now, as many professionals book out months in advance. Search our Directory here: www.agra.org.uk/memberbrowse

AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 24d

At the ‘Secrets & Lies’ conference this weekend we are offering a raffle prize of a day of research time with an AGRA Member. secretsandlies.org.uk

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 27d

A member of the AGRA Board of Assessors will be on the stand at the Halsted Trust ‘Secrets & Lies’ conference next weekend and will be available to ask questions about joining. secretsandlies.org.uk

AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · 29d

AGRA is an organisation representing professional genealogists and archival researchers in England and Wales. www.agra.org.uk/about

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Karen Cummings @drkarencummings.bsky.social · Sep 6

For those who attended my talk on Writing #Genealogy Client Reports at the Society of Genealogists this week, here is more detail on my upcoming book, Genealogy Methods and Techniques - A Practical Guide to Research. Sign up for updates too.

www.professionalfamilyhistory.co.uk/writing-on-g...

Writing on Genealogy Methods and Techniques - My Experience

My ongoing experience of writing my first book on genealogy methods and techniques, a book I have wanted to write since I began my family history research.

www.professionalfamilyhistory.co.uk

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · Sep 8

Very well done to Jananne Rahman who has progressed to full AGRA Membership, Jananne is a London-based researcher who holds the PG Diploma in Genealogy (with Distinction) from IHGS. www.agra.org.uk/jananne-rahm...

AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · Sep 4

Congratulations to Julie Muirhead who joins us as an Associate. Julie is based in Hampshire and has experience in local and family history. She holds the Higher Certificate in Genealogy from the Institute of Heraldic & Genealogical Studies. www.agra.org.uk/julie-muirhe...

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Society of Genealogists @sogorg.bsky.social · Sep 3

📸 A snapshot of the people and activities shaping our programme at the Society of Genealogists!

Talks, visits, book club & more — always something to inspire family historians. 🍂

👉 Explore what’s coming up: portal.sog.org.uk/ev...

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Dr. Sophie Kay @scientistsoph.bsky.social · Sep 3

Exciting news to share here - I've been appointed as the inaugural Scientist in Residence at The Mixed Museum!

My work will centre around the use of #DNA testing to unite #science and #history, in particular through parent & grandparent tracing #scicomm

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The Mixed Museum Launches Scientist in Residence Programme

F Scientist in Residence programme with Dr Sophie Kay, building on DNA and identity work with Britain’s ‘brown babies’.

mixedmuseum.org.uk

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Dave Annal Lifelines Research @davelifelines.bsky.social · Sep 3

Preparing to board the Ship of Knowledge - destination, St Helena…

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · Sep 3

AGRA will be exhibiting at the Halsted Trust ‘Secrets & Lies’ conference later this month. If you are attending then come and talk to us about professional research. secretsandlies.org.uk

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AGRA Genealogy @agragenealogy.bsky.social · Sep 2

Dave Annal, AGRA Member, is talking as part of the Victorian London Week for the Society of Genealogists. portal.sog.org.uk/Event/view/1...

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Pharos Tutors @pharostutors.bsky.social · Sep 1

We are delighted to announce that Jude Rhodes has joined us as a Tutor. Jude is known for her expertise in Yorkshire genealogy and local history and brings to Pharos a brand new #Yorkshire course, booking now: www.pharostutors.com/researching-...

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