Following on from the recent focus on the SIGs it seemed only fair and
proper to pay some attention to the Regional Groups. The Regional Groups are, unsurprisingly
AGI groups based around various geographic regions in the UK. The idea behind
the regional groups is that they prevent the AGI from falling into the trap of
becoming a ‘London centric’ organisation.
What they Do:
The existence of the regional groups allows the AGI to run events (both
social and professional) in locations that make them more accessible to our
widely flung members. After all we can’t really expect members to trek down
from Newcastle for GeoBeers in London on a Tuesday night.
The other major (and probably more serious) benefit of having regional
groups is that it allows AGI members to join a group with an agenda tailored to
the demands of their specific region. This is particularly relevant to members
from regions with devolved government institutions (Scotland, Wales and
Northern Ireland). However this is still important for other regions as it
allows members to access Government at a local level. The regional groups also provide
an opportunity for AGI members to communicate their concerns and ideas for the
AGI at a grass roots level back to the council and the team.
Who they Are:
If you would like to register your interest in one of these branches of
the AGI, please log in to the member
area.
What’s Next:
Similarly to the SIGs we (I) are (am) going to be working to improve
communication and cooperation with the regional groups and help them further
their aims and further engage our members. The regional groups are a really
important vehicle for reaching our membership and providing them with the
chance to engage with the AGI.
If you are a member of a regional group and would like to see your
group featured on this blog (events, success stories or just general
information welcome) please email me at chris.rhodes@agi.org.uk
Thanks,
Chris
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