The National Archives can provide free help with the three main areas of digital archive skills – preservation, access and engagement. We can also advise on implementing a digital strategy in your organisation.

ACT NOWSAFEGUARD THE DIGITAL ARCHIVES OF TOMORROW

ACT NOW TO IMPROVE YOUR DIGITAL KNOWLEDGE AND AVOID DIGITAL ASSETS BEING LOST FOREVERFor today’s archivists, digital assets and information are just as valuable as analogue.

If we do not act now, we risk losing our digital records as a result of inaccessible files or outdated software and technologies.

In order to keep the nation’s archives alive and accessible, every archivist needs to develop their digital skills.

The National Archives is offering a programme of free digital skills training and support

Novice to Know-HowJoin our online training, which is practically focused and developed with the Digital Preservation Coalition. This will equip you with the skills you need to implement a proactive digital preservation strategy within your organisation.

Peer Mentoring A one-to-one approach addressing particular digital skills. Mentors with a range of digital specialisms will be matched with mentees to provide tailored support, mainly via video or audio calls.

WorkflowsThis online guidance provides practical examples of workflows for managing digital content, which can be adapted for use in a range of organisations. It also advises on how to process and preserve digital content, including how to use free and open software.

Archives SchoolA series of practical, digital preservation workshops open to archivists, delivered by specialists from The National Archives.

Visit our website at nationalarchives.gov.uk/powered-up to get started.