APG Professional Genealogy Symposium | University of Strathclyde

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APG is pleased to announce preliminary details about the one-day APG Professional Genealogy Symposium on 24 June 2026, held in partnership with the Strathclyde Institute for Genealogical Studies (SIGS). This event is open to ALL; you do not have to be a member of APG to register.

The Symposium will be followed by the SIGS’ two-day conference Beyond the Family Tree: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on AI, DNA, Education and Community in Genealogy on 25 and 26 June 2026. The SIGS conference will be interdisciplinary in nature and will explore a variety of topics, including genetic genealogy, history, and genealogy, with parallel streams featuring keynote presentations and guest lectures.

Location

The conference will be held at the University of Strathclyde’s Teaching and Learning Building, Level 3, Joscelyn Bell Burnell Wing, 49 Richmond Street, Glasgow G1 1XU. Accessibility information for the building can be found here.

Hybrid event

This event will be offered in a hybrid format, with most sessions available online. Recordings of the presentations will be available for two months post-event. All participants will receive access to recordings of the presentations.

Fees

(All prices in Pounds Sterling).

	Early Bird (Ends 31 March 2026)	Full Price (From 1 April 2026)
APG Symposium In-Person	£110.00	£160.00
APG Symposium Virtual	£95.00	£110.00

Lunch and tea and coffee breaks twice a day on Wednesday and an evening reception with a welcome drink and canapes on Friday evening are included in the in-person fee. We also hope to have a civic drinks reception hosted by the City of Glasgow on Thursday evening.

Programme

Programming for this event is still being finalised, and the full programme will be available in January 2026.

APG’s Symposium will be led by industry experts from around the globe and as of now, we can confirm the following topics and speakers:

Cross-Border Marketing Your Business (Andrea Bentschneider, John Boeren, and Chris Paton)
Ethical and Legal Considerations: AI, Copyright, DNA (Dr. Sophie Kay, Helen Tovey)
Beyond Research: Build and Grow Your Business (two-part interactive workshop) (Mia Bennett and Fiona Brooker)
Your Business as a Genealogical Speaker (Annette Burke Lyttle and Cathie Sherwood)

Attendees will also have ample opportunity for networking, and discussion of key issues and field specialities, such as advocacy and forensic genealogy.

Bonus recordings to watch at your leisure, including sessions on UK accounting practices and professional genealogical writing, are included with registration.

Immersive experience

experience the energy of Glasgow, a vibrant and welcoming city full of culture and creativity
or tune in from the comfort of your home, wherever you are in the world
join both events and enjoy an immersive genealogy experience!

Accommodation

Self-catering housing has been reserved at Caledonian Court, a Glasgow Caledonian University residence. Its location in the heart of Glasgow makes it an extremely popular base for summer visitors; many famous attractions and destinations are within easy reach, and only a short walk from train stations, the city centre bus station and the University of Strathclyde’s Teaching and Learning Building.

Housing at Caledonian Court must be reserved by the 18^th of May 2026. Payment in full is required at the time of booking.

All prices are based on a weekly rate (prices in Pound Sterling) for 7 nights from 22 June, checking out on 29^th June. You do not need to use all nights within the week but no refunds for unused nights are available.

Type	Standard Single Room (per room)	En-Suite Single Room (per room)	En-Suite Double Room (per room)
Weekly Self Service	£200.00	£250.00	£315.00

Each room is within a self-contained flat with a number of rooms sharing a fully equipped kitchen. Bedding and towels are included in the fee. Bed linen and towels are changed mid-week during the stay. There is an app-operated launderette in the centre of the Caledonian Court complex. 24-hour access for collection of keys, at the Accommodation Office during office hours or from the Security Office at other times. There is no parking available on campus, there is advice on local parking and transportation here.

Accommodation can be cancelled and refunded up to the 18^th of May 2026 but a £20.00 fee will apply.

Accessibility information for Caledonian Court is here.

Explore more accommodation options in Glasgow here.

Housing reservations will be available soon; the booking link will be made available on this page.

To help you plan your trip, this section covers travel arrangements, car parking, and visiting Glasgow. This section will be updated with additional guidance closer to the event.

Travelling to the University and car parking

Visiting Glasgow: Information and What’s On