Empnz

Emerging Museum Professionals NZ (EMPNZ) is a forum for young and/or emerging professionals working in New Zealand galleries, libraries, archives, and museums to connect, share, and network with each other and others in the heritage sector. The group is based on a principle of peer support and collegiality with a view towards career development and professional growth within the sector. It is led by a central committee of representatives from around New Zealand and operates with support from Museums Aotearoa. As a member, you can expect to receive monthly e-newsletters with information about EMP activities. The goals of the group are to- maintain a network of like-minded individuals to share experiences, issues and ideas with others at the same level - provide a non-threatening, non-judgmental forum in which EMPs can feel comfortable raising concerns and questions relevant to them and receive advice and assistance from peers - foster a friendly, sociable environment that encourages professional networking and collegiality - promote, and encourage participation in, professional development opportunities - help increase the confidence and competence of those new to the museum profession - encourage and promote discussion and debate on culture and heritage-related topics - grow future leaders for the sector and encourage awareness of and membership to Museums Aotearoa - celebrate achievements and have fun!