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Special Interest Groups

The Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are member groups of the Museums Association of Saskatchewan and are an integral part of MAS’ education and professional development program.

A Special Interest Group (SIG) is a group of people involved in a particular area of practice, interest, or a specific museological field.  SIGs facilitate individual and organizational development of the museum community by engaging in professional development activities, collegial and professional exchange, and other priorities as identified by the group members, such as advocacy and communication.  Learning opportunities include discussion groups and specialized workshops.  These groups work together with MAS to further the advancement of museums throughout Saskatchewan.

This program is designed primarily, but not exclusively, for paid museum professionals who are mid-to-advanced career and work in mid-to-large sized museums.

Benefits

• Widen circle of contacts
• Expand sources of information
• Alleviate the feeling of working in isolation
• Be involved in the decision-making process for MAS’ professional development related to your group
• Influence MAS action on issues and program directions
• Be part of an organized network of colleagues
• Increase knowledge through professional development opportunities
• Enhance leadership skills by taking on the role of SIG Representative

Participant subsidies to attend discussion groups and reduced rates for professional development opportunities are available only for individuals who are MAS members or affiliated with a MAS member institution*.

Eligibility

An individual may participate in more than one Special Interest Group.
To be a member of a Special Interest Group, an individual must:

• Be interested and involved in the museum community or be working for the betterment of the museum community
• Meet the membership criteria outlined in the SIG’s Statement of Purpose
• Within six months of joining a SIG, the individual must be a MAS member, affiliated with an institutional member, or working for an institutional member of MAS.
  

Join a Special Interest Group

Visit each group’s web-page for more information – including a group description, resources (including links), and learning opportunities and events.

Begin a Special Interest Group

There is interest in beginning the following groups – please contact MAS for more information:
Curators
Interpreters
Research
Visitor Services

To begin a new Special Interest Group, please contact our MAS staff person (see contact information below).  We are happy to provide you with information about the necessary steps and requirements and provide assistance, as appropriate.

Fees

There is no fee to join or be part of a Special Interest Group.  Fees may apply for specialized sessions.

To join a Special Interest Group and/or for more information please contact: