Regional Network
Within this section, you will find a list of accredited individuals who are all members of the Oral History Society and experienced in oral history. They come from a wide range of backgrounds – community projects, libraries, museums, archives, and academic institutions – so there will always be someone who can help with your specific queries. They are willing to assist anyone new to oral history or wanting to discuss their work in detail with someone who is sympathetic and knowledgeable. They will act as a first point of contact for enquiries, give advice, and where appropriate refer you to other appropriate contacts or sources of guidance.
Network representatives actively encourage and support the development and use of oral history in their own locality, and contribute an overview of this to an Annual Report. The latest report can be accessed on the Society’s website here, (in PDF format), and may help you identify other projects or useful contacts in your locality or area of work.
Some Networkers will be able to recommend local equipment suppliers, and may even be able to lend equipment. Others will have archival and copying facilities. All represent the Society in their local area and will lend an ear.
We are always keen to expand the geographical coverage of the network. If there is not yet a representative in your area, or you would like more information about becoming an accredited Society representative, please contact the Regional Network Co-ordinator Cynthia Brown, Vaughan College, University of Leicester, St Nicholas Circle, Leicester, LE1 4LB, cib2@le.ac.uk.
For an outline of the role of Regional Network representatives, (in PDF format), click the link here.
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