Special Interest Groups (SIGs)
Special Interest Groups are a recent innovation of the Society. They are a response to OHS members wanting to develop networks and facilitate discussion with others who share common interests.
For oral historians interested in recording the histories of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer communities.
Members with an interest in creating momentum for oral history projects relating to environment and climate crisis should join this Special Interest Group.
For members of the Oral History Society with an interest in issues related to migration, both forced and voluntary.
For those with an interest in creative uses of oral history and creative practitioners working with life stories.
An information hub and forum for those engaged with oral history in the higher education sector.
A group that brings together those that work with and within archives to preserve and provide access to oral histories.
A group seeking to preserve people’s experiences of local and regional print journalism through oral history interviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join a Special Interest Group?
Any paid-up member of the Oral History Society can join a Special Interest Group. Please see the Group’s webpage for further information on conveners and their contact details; or, if you are already a member of the discussion forum for Members of the Society, select the SIG(s) you would like to join from the “Subgroup” side-menu of the Members’ forum.
Who can set up a SIG and how?
Any member or group of members of the Oral History Society can submit a proposal to the Trustees of the Society (also known as “The Committee”) to create a Special Interest Group. Proposals should be discussed in the first instance with a Special Interest Group Facilitator, who will shepherd them for ultimate consideration and discussion by the Committee. If you are interested in starting a new Special Interest Group, read the information and SIG Terms of Reference to find out more.
Did you know that the Oral History Society also has a community of online discussion groups? Apart from the wider discussion group for all members, each SIG has its own discussion group where you can share experiences and advice.
