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The Government Information Group can announce their second Professional Registration-themed online event this year, delivered in conjunction with CILIP. This panel webinar will feature speakers with first-hand knowledge of Professional Registration, including presenters working in Government Knowledge and Information Management (GKIM), providing practical advice on navigating the process successfully and supporting others to do the same, as well as taking questions.

Earlier this year, CILIP and GIG sought the views of Professional Registration candidates working in GKIM about their experience of the process through a roundtable and survey. One of the findings was that some found it difficult to balance the time required to assemble and reflect on their portfolio with the demands of their work and career. With this in mind, Nicki Forgham-Healey will be discussing her experience of ensuring candidates have protected time in her role as Principal Knowledge and Information Manager at Dstl by organising internal versions of CILIP's "Shut up and write" sessions.

Furthermore, Head of the Scottish Government Library and Information Service Margaret Gair will be drawing on her experience of successfully completing Fellowship and mentoring other candidates to provide practical tips for those working towards Professional Registration. A further panellist is to be confirmed.

Although primarily aimed at current and potential future candidates working in GKIM and managers supporting them, the lessons shared will likely be transferrable to other sectors, particularly those with high working time demands, and information and knowledge professionals working in all environments are welcome.

You can register for the session via the webinar's page on the CILIP Events Calendar.