The SCA Sector Survey 2026 is closing this week and we need you to fill it in!

Completing this roughly 30-minute survey will give the SCA the robust data it needs to advocate for sector, so every Scottish service is urged to respond.

Find out more: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/explore/sect...

Archives and records at the heart of society 📚

Join us in Edinburgh on 3 November for the SCA Annual Conference 2026.

Open to anyone working, volunteering or interested in archives, records, conservation, research, education or policy.

Book here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1997681042...

Join us for an introduction to the new Your Scottish Archives portal!

YSA is a new resource, developed and managed by SCA. It collates catalogue descriptions from archives across the country, improving their accessibility for users.

Book via: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/your-scott...

Custodian @sorchadallas.bsky.social of AOA & @agrayarchive.bsky.social speaks at @scotsarchives.bsky.social conference 03.11.26 in Edinburgh exploring how archives can bring overlooked voices back into cultural conversations, link below!

TNA National Loans Programme and Archive Loans 101 in Scotland

Join us and The National Archives for a webinar on the new National Loans Programme and information on archive loans specifically for the Scottish sector.

Find out more and book via: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tna-nation...

Want to stay up-to-date with the archives and records management sector in Scotland?

Our monthly newsletter has the latest news, events and exciting opportunities from across the sector.

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The SCA Annual Conference 2026: Archives & Records at the Heart of Society programme is now live!

We have a fantastic range of speakers covering topics including trust, communities and creativity.

View the full programme and book your ticket: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sca-annual...

Wondering what the SCA Sector Survey 2026 results will be used for?

Here's just a few important outcomes that you will help achieve by completing the survey.

Access and complete the survey via: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/explore/sect...

Have you used our Imposter Syndrome Resource Pack yet?

Use it to understand imposter syndrome, how the archive and wider GLAM sector has approached it, and where to go for more information.

Explore it via: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/support-and-...

Three new case studies have been added to our Made in Scotland webpage!

They cover a range of business areas, including drinks, games and sport.

Read them here: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/community-ar...

We are currently finalising our exciting programme of speakers for our Annual Conference 2026: Archives & Records at the Heart of Society!

Secure your ticket now before the programme goes live next week: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sca-annual...

Have you completed our nationwide sector survey yet?

It takes just 30 minutes and will have a huge impact on the future of the archives & records sector in Scotland.

Here are 5 reasons why you need to complete the survey, which is accessed via: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/explore/sect...

Do you need some support with borrowing collection items for display in exhibitions?

This joint webinar with the The National Archives will provide archive services across Scotland with an opportunity to learn about their new National Loans Programme.

Book: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tna-nation...

We have 3 funded places for students available to attend our annual conference!

Find out more and apply: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/works...

We are currently putting together a fantastic programme for our upcoming annual conference which is sure to inform, inspire and empower you.

While you wait for its launch next week why not book your ticket to secure your space!

Book via Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sca-annual...

Did you see we are conducting a sector survey?

Help to support a nationwide collective effort to evidence the state of the Scottish sector by taking 30 minutes to complete the survey.

Access the survey via: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/explore/sect...

Have you taken a look at the Deposited Collections Toolkit?

It aims to support those managing deposited collections as well as anyone considering depositing or donating a collection to an archive service.

Explore it here: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/support-and-...

Do you want to share an example of the essential role that archives and records play in underpinning democracy and accountability or how they inspire creativity, wellbeing and community building?

SCA Conference 2026 Call for Papers: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/latest/sca-a...

Still on the fence about attending the SCA Conference 2026? Here's a few reasons why you should book your ticket!

📅 Tuesday 3 November
📍 Tynecastle Park, Edinburgh
🎟️ £45

Tickets are moving so book yours now to secure your space: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sca-annual...

Want to support a nationwide collective effort to evidence the state of the Scottish sector?

The SCA Sector Survey 2026 is now open and we need services to complete it.

Find out more and complete via: www.scottisharchives.org.uk/explore/sect...