Get ready for the Icon Conference 2022!
The Icon Conference 2022: Reaching out for Recognition will be coming directly to your home or workplace on 24 and 25 May, connecting you with people based all around the world via Zoom!
Taking place over two afternoons, this virtual event will be an online celebration of recognition and collaboration. Be inspired by (captioned) talks from people shaping the future of conservation. Themed breakout sessions will also allow you to hear about everyone's own experiences trying out new ideas in times of uncertainty and change.
#IconReachOut22 will be the parallel student-led Twitter conference, held each morning. All projects, ideas and opinions on the theme are welcome.
Why is Reaching Out for Recognition happening now?
- 2022 should have been the year of the Triennial Icon Conference
- In a changing world we all need to come together to highlight our collective worth
- We are now in a good place to reflect on the last 2 years
- We need to celebrate our achievements and resilience as a profession
- We should highlight and recognise our individual and collective learning over the pandemic
Why Attend Reaching Out for Recognition?
The Icon Conference will be a key moment in the UK conservation calendar. There will be moments for you to:
- BE INSPIRED by and learn from those challenging traditional thinking, championing innovation and supporting the voices of the underrepresented
- BE EXCITED by engaging with those shaping the future of our profession- valuing the creativity of both novices to the skill and judgement of experts
- RECONNECT if the last two years have left you feeling isolated or out of touch with other people involved in the conservation and heritage sectors
- BUILD NEW CONNECTIONS if you are new to the profession or simply have a passion for material heritage
Why is Reaching Out for Recognition different?
The Icon Conference will:
- Bring people involved and interested in conservation together
- Provide real cross-sector opportunities to network and make connections
- Help you feel engaged, connected and inspired by fellow conservators and external supporters
- Provide you with positive stories of collaboration and connection following a time when so many of us have struggled with isolation
- Provide a forum for your ideas and experiences
Who is Reaching Out for Recognition for?
This conference is for EVERYONE: those working in conservation or a related role; students of conservation or related subjects; anyone who is impacted by the work that conservators do or anyone curious to find out more.