Working at GEM

GEM is a membership organisation, publishing two Case Studies, one Journal of Education in Museums and twelve eNews every year, and providing nationwide training, networking, advocacy and support to everyone involved in delivering learning in museums, heritage sites and cultural spaces. GEM’s vision is of a connected and equipped community of people enabling learning across museum, heritage, and cultural settings, creating inspiring experiences, relevant for everyone; that promote equality - transform and enrich lives.
GEM is recognised for its role in delivering continuous professional development (CPD) for the museum learning sector and in recent years, GEM has expanded its programme to include online learning, enabling a wide range of practitioners to take part. GEM is a membership organisation and is a registered charity based in Medway in Kent and is governed by a board of ten trustees. GEM’s activities are delivered in partnership with around 39 area representatives in the UK and across the World who organise a variety of training and networking events both locally and digitally.