Opinion

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The new Women’s Museum in Barking bucks the trend for reduced public services

This radical vision for working across services and communities is exactly what is needed, says Marijke Steedman

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How does a recent landmark ruling change museums’ understanding of copyright?

Naomi Korn and Sean Waterman explain what a ruling on out-of-copyright items means for the sector

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Fundraising is about playing a long game

But you also need to take short-term opportunities, writes Sarah Harwood

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Digital | Museums Computer Group conference

Simon Stephens on key takeaways from the event

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Be open and honest with donors

Aurelie Cauchy and Leslie Ramos on how to encourage philanthropy

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The legacy of colonialism in armed forces museums

Working closely with communities is vital, says Clare Hunt

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Policy | Museum Manifesto

Our advocacy work is vital, says India Divers

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Vox pop | What is your biggest challenge and biggest cause for hope in 2024?

Three museum professionals respond to our question

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Editorial | Climate action needed urgently

The sector needs to start thinking differently, says Simon Stephens

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Intangible cultural heritage could be a gamechanger for museums

Plan to finally ratify Unesco convention presents a great opportunity for the sector

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Documentation is central to the work of museums

Untangling collections histories is vital, challenging and rewarding work, writes Kathleen Lawther

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Volunteering at the MA Conference was a rich journey

Looking back at the highlights of this year's event in Newcastle-Gateshead