What is MDG?
If your work involves the creation, organisation, storage, retrieval or dissemination of metadata, then MDG is the professional group which most appropriately reflects your interests.
Through membership of MDG you can contribute to the promotion and development of metadata standards and developments in discovery and forge links with colleagues working across a range of sectors and businesses.
What does MDG do?
- MDG is actively engaged in the development and maintenance of metadata standards, including RDA, seeking to work in partnership with the organisations and groups responsible for their advancement.
- MDG unites all those with an interest in metadata and discovery, including colleagues working in the cultural sector, business and commerce and the publishing industry.
- MDG works with regional cataloguing and metadata special interest groups to provide training and networking opportunities as well as a biennial conference.
- MDG publishes an open access online journal Catalogue and Index.
- MDG advises CILIP on matters concerning bibliographic control.
Mission Statement
To be the keystone organisation in the UK for those who create, disseminate, enrich and maintain metadata to facilitate discovery and access to knowledge, information or data; or anyone who aspires to do so. We
will put our community of practice at the heart of the Information Profession.
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Join CILIP and take the next step in your career by expanding your network and knowledge. Keep your thinking fresh with our exclusive magazines and newsletters. As a member you will have the tools to develop your skills and
demonstrate your value.