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19.5 years in Digital Preservation

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 2d

Back in July, we were delighted to host @sharonmcmeekin.bsky.social of @preservetogether.bluesky.social sharing experience from their nearly 20 years in #digitalpreservation for #archives. Check out our write-up - and resource list - here: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/2025/10/06/1...

On Wednesday 23rd July, the ARA Section for New Professionals were joined by Sharon McMeekin to discuss her experiences and lessons learned from two decades in Digital Preservation – or 19 ½ years …

ARA SfNP & ICTIAP Seminar on Trauma-Informed Archival Practice

New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 16d

Don't forget you can attend in person (in Dublin!) or virtually for our next event...

New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 23d

Join us on Friday 17 October at the Irish Architectural Archives, Dublin, for a seminar on Trauma-Informed Archival Practice. Find out more and register free for in person or virtual tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ara-sfnp-i...

The ARA Section for New Professionals are teaming up with the Irish Community for Trauma-Informed Archival Practice.

ARA SfNP & ICTIAP Seminar on Trauma-Informed Archival Practice

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · 23d

Join us on Friday 17 October at the Irish Architectural Archives, Dublin, for a seminar on Trauma-Informed Archival Practice. Find out more and register free for in person or virtual tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ara-sfnp-i...

The ARA Section for New Professionals are teaming up with the Irish Community for Trauma-Informed Archival Practice.

ARA SfNP & ICTIAP Seminar on Trauma-Informed Archival Practice

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araireland @araireland.bsky.social · 29d

Several committee members have already signed up for this event. Looking forward to attending @aranewprofs.bsky.social seminar.

In-person & hybrid ticket options available via the SfNP Eventbrite page!

New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Aug 29

We're delighted to be hosting our next hybrid event with ictiap.ie in Dublin on Fri 17 Oct 2025, featuring four speakers working with trauma in archives: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ara-sfnp-i.... Book online now to attend in person or join us online!

The ARA Section for New Professionals are teaming up with the Irish Community for Trauma-Informed Archival Practice.

ARA SfNP & ICTIAP Seminar on Trauma-Informed Archival Practice

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Aug 29

We're delighted to be hosting our next hybrid event with ictiap.ie in Dublin on Fri 17 Oct 2025, featuring four speakers working with trauma in archives: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ara-sfnp-i.... Book online now to attend in person or join us online!

The ARA Section for New Professionals are teaming up with the Irish Community for Trauma-Informed Archival Practice.

The New Archivist is a blog space for new professionals to share thoughts and experiences.

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Aug 26

Are you completing a dissertation in #archives, #recordsmanagement or #conservation? We'd love to feature your abstract (or a summary of your findings) on our blog: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com. Posts can be short or long, serious or fun! Contact us link to find out more!

The New Archivist

The New Archivist is a blog space for new professionals to share thoughts and experiences.

New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Aug 26

Are you completing a dissertation in #archives, #recordsmanagement or #conservation? We'd love to feature your abstract (or a summary of your findings) on our blog: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com. Posts can be short or long, serious or fun! Contact us link to find out more!

The New Archivist

SfNP Two Decades in Digital Preservation: Reflections on Lessons Learned

New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Jul 22

There's still time to register for "Two Decades in Digital Preservation: Reflections on Lessons Learned", tomorrow Wednesday 23 July, 15:00 BST.

www.eventbrite.com/e/sfnp-two-d...

ARA Section for New Professionals meets with Sharon McMeekin to learn from her experiences in Digital Preservation

SfNP Two Decades in Digital Preservation: Reflections on Lessons Learned

New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Jul 22

There's still time to register for "Two Decades in Digital Preservation: Reflections on Lessons Learned", tomorrow Wednesday 23 July, 15:00 BST.

www.eventbrite.com/e/sfnp-two-d...

ARA Section for New Professionals meets with Sharon McMeekin to learn from her experiences in Digital Preservation

SfNP Two Decades in Digital Preservation: Reflections on Lessons Learned

New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Jul 14

Are you a new professional looking to discover great resources in digital preservation? Of course you are! Come along to our session on lessons learnt with @sharonmcmeekin.bsky.social, Wednesday 23 July, 15:00 BST : www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sfnp-two-d...

ARA Section for New Professionals meets with Sharon McMeekin to learn from her experiences in Digital Preservation

SfNP Two Decades in Digital Preservation: Reflections on Lessons Learned

New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Jul 11

Confused about where to start with digital preservation? Come along and find out in our demystifying session with @sharonmcmeekin.bsky.social, Wed 23 July, 15:00:

ARA Section for New Professionals meets with Sharon McMeekin to learn from her experiences in Digital Preservation

Deadline Reminder: The New Professionals 2025 Survey

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Jul 9

New professionals in #archives! Don't forget to complete the ICA's new professionals survey today: www.ica.org/event/deadli... Open to all new professionals, including those currently employed, volunteering or studying! Deadline: 23 July..

Deadline Reminder: The New Professionals 2025 Survey | International Council on Archives (ICA) | New Professionals Programme

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Preserve Together @preservetogether.bsky.social · Jul 2

We're pleased to share that on 23 July, Sharon will join @aranewprofs.bsky.social for a session reflecting on 2 decades in #digipres. Aimed a new entrants to info professions, the free event will cover lessons she's learned, resources she'd recommend & future trends.

Register here: bit.ly/3Ib1sOT

SfNP Two Decades in Digital Preservation: Reflections on Lessons Learned

ARA Section for New Professionals meets with Sharon McMeekin to learn from her experiences in Digital Preservation

SfNP Two Decades in Digital Preservation: Reflections on Lessons Learned

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Jul 8

We're delighted to invite you to "SfNP Two Decades in Digital Preservation: Reflections on Lessons Learned", an opportunity to learn more about digital preservation and get top tips for newly qualified archivists. Online, Wed 23 July, 15:00 BST: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sfnp-two-d...

ARA Section for New Professionals meets with Sharon McMeekin to learn from her experiences in Digital Preservation

New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Jun 12

Last week, a lovely bunch of new @araukie.bsky.social professionals got together to chat, network and share their experiences of gaining experience, staying up to date and building new audiences. Read our write-up here: aranewprofessionals.wordpress.com/2025/06/12/t...

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · May 27

Join us tomorrow afternoon for the #archives #recordsmanagement new professionals coffee stop, 15:00 BST. Final tickets still available here:

Join us for a virtual coffee hangout and ask us any archives/records management questions you need answering!

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · May 25

There's still time to register and submit your questions for this Thursday's coffee and catch-up with the Section for New Professionals committee. Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/coffee-sto.... Submit questions: shorturl.at/tWcUz

Please post any questions you want want answered during the SfNP Coffee Stop here:

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · May 23

Imagine how awkward it would be if nobody asked a question at our next Q&A with the New Professionals committee on Weds 28 May, 15:00 BST. Avert this terrible scenario now by submitting your questions: shorturl.at/tWcUz. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/coffee-sto....

Join us for a virtual coffee hangout and ask us any archives/records management questions you need answering!

New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · May 21

Are you considering training to work in #archives or #recordsmanagement? Come along and put your questions to our lovely Archives & Records Association Section for New Professionals committee, Wed 28 May, 15:00-16:00 BST. Register:

Join us for a virtual coffee hangout and ask us any archives/records management questions you need answering!

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · May 16

What do you want to know as a new #archives, #recordsmanagement or #conservation professional? Submit your questions for our next catch-up with the Section for New Professionals committee on Weds 28 May here: shorturl.at/tWcUz

Please post any questions you want want answered during the SfNP Coffee Stop here:

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · May 14

Network with fellow new #archives and #recordsmanagement folks at our fun and friendly coffee stop, Weds 28 May, 15:00. Register now for free: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/coffee-sto.... Submit your questions for the committee:

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · May 14

Meet friendly new #archives and #recordmanagement professionals at our next coffee and Q&A, Weds 28 May, 15:00-16:00 BST:

Join us for a virtual coffee hangout and ask us any archives/records management questions you need answering!

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · May 6

We're delighted how much has already been raised in bursaries for the 'Next Generation' Archives and Records Association conference, Bristol, 27-29 August. If you are able, donations can be made here: www.peoplesfundraising.com/donation/new...

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New Professionals @aranewprofs.bsky.social · Apr 23

Ever wondered how you would trace unbuilt buildings through #archives? In our latest blog, Bronwyn Smith examines the archival traces of buildings left on the drawing board:

Left on the drawing board: Unbuilt design records in archival holdings

Bronwyn Smyth, MLitt Archives and Records Management, University of Dundee Urban centres are in a constant state of flux – structures are being constructed, structures are being demolished, structu…