When
to
Thursday, December 5, 2024 - 17:15 GMT
Where
Leonardo Royal Hotel
245 Broad Street
Birmingham, B1 2HQ
United Kingdom
About the Event
Call for Papers
The call for topics is now open, please submit your ideas here.
Here is what one of our 2023 speakers had to say about her experience:
“I had a brilliant experience talking at the 2023 UKSG. I was well supported from the moment my proposal was accepted and the organisation made my first in-person speaking appearance a breeze! The forum is an excellent event. UKSG always put together an excellent programme with an exciting range of speakers that spark interesting conversation.”
The theme this year is 'Our profession in 2030: publishing, sharing and curating content now and in the future'.
What will our profession look like in 2030 and what are the practical steps we can take to prepare ourselves and shape our landscape?
We are looking for your thoughts, musings and tips as you look ahead to what is coming over the next few years. What are you doing now to get ready? What do you think our ecosystem and profession will look like in 2030?
- How will data and technology shape our services?
- How can we harness the possibilities of AI and machine learning?
- How will content supply and consumption change?
- What will learning spaces look like?
- What skills does our profession need?
- How can we work towards a more open and equitable future?
- What impact might financial challenges have on the future of our sector?
We welcome first time presenters and those seeking to build their experience presenting and will provide support and mentorship for those who would find it beneficial. We are accepting ideas for full-length (20 - 30 minute) presentations and lightning talks (5 - 15 minutes).
Register your interest
If you want to register your interest in attending this can be done here.
If you are interested in sponsorship or a table top stand at the event please contact events@uksg.org
Summary
The UKSG Forum is one of the key benefits of being a UKSG member and attendance is therefore free to anyone working within a UKSG member organisation. In line with its charitable status, UKSG also wishes to encourage attendance by members of the wider community and therefore subsidises the event so that a nominal charge applies to non-members.
Programme chairs: Katherine Rose, Magaly Bascones, Tim Leonard
FREE TO UKSG MEMBERS!
What can I expect at the UKSG Forum?
- sessions on best practice and interesting projects
- ample, good-quality networking opportunities
- a comprehensive exhibition
The Forum is the place for ideas, debate, provocations and short briefings. The programme consists of short lightning talks that provide “food for thought", appealing to a broad range of interests and levels.
"The short presentations made the day very flexible. I was able to attend the sessions, switch to the exhibition."
"A laid back event, just right for networking, and a good combination of timings for lightning talks, meetings and networking."
Accessibility
We’re committed to running accessible training and events. We want you to feel welcome, included, and able to fully engage in our sessions.
To help us, please share any access needs you have when prompted by our booking form. We may be in touch to ensure we’re making the right adjustments.
If you have particular accessibility needs or questions about this seminar/webinar, we encourage you to contact events@uksg.org to discuss further.
The hotel's accessibility features include:
- Accessible toilets in public areas
- Lifts to all floors
- A number of bedrooms suitable for wheelchair access
Directions
The hotel is well located and close to all key transport links in Birmingham, please click here for more details.
Do note: The hotel is situated in Birmingham Clean Air Zone (CAZ) which operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It is designed to reduce vehicle emissions inside the city centre. To view details, as well as check your vehicle compliance with the scheme, please visit https://www.gov.uk/check-clean-air-zone-charge
Social
- X (formally Twitter) UKSG and hashtag #UKSGForum2024
- Confirm your attendance on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/events/uksgforum20237115250601424220160/
Feedback
“I had a brilliant experience talking at the 2023 UKSG. I was well supported from the moment my proposal was accepted and the organisation made my first in-person speaking appearance a breeze! The forum is an excellent event. UKSG always put together an excellent programme with an exciting range of speakers that spark interesting conversation.”
A great variety of presenters from speakers at all stages of their careers and it was good to hear from younger speaker
Fantastic speakers. A good variety of topics covered and all very informative.
Contact
General queries - events@uksg.org
Cancellations
For member registrations we are anticipating significant interest in the event, we kindly request that if your plans change, and you find you are unable to attend, we would greatly appreciate it if you could promptly notify us at events@uksg.org at your earliest convenience.
For non member registrations the closing date for cancellations is Thursday 14th November, after which date cancellations will not be eligible for a refund. Cancellation should be sent into writing to events@uksg.org.
The UKSG code of conduct can be found here and UKSG terms and conditions here
NB: UKSG reserves the right to alter or vary the programme due to events or circumstances beyond its reasonable control without being obliged to refund monies.