I’m a Geographer, Get me out of here (IAG) is an online, student-led, public engagement project that gives school students across the UK real interactions with geographers.
The activity was designed and ran in partnership with the Royal Geographical Society (RGS).
This report looks at activity during this pilot period (November to December 2025).
Summary:
- 81 Geographers were given access to the site; 37 have taken part to date
- 9 schools took part in 22 Chats
- Hazards and Responses was the most popular Chat theme
- We estimate that more than 500 students have taken part in the activity to date
- Early feedback suggests that teachers find the activity effective for developing student awareness of careers that use Geography, and in supporting students in choosing Geography at the next stage of their education
- Geographers report the programme to be enjoyable and effective, and that it supports development of communication skills
“Some questions have really got my geography juices flowing! As a result, I feel more motivated and enthusiastic in my job and for the subject of geography as a whole.” – Alexander, Geographer
“[IAG] inspired Year 12 students about where Geography could be used in future options [and] enabled them to think about their own knowledge and understanding.” – Teacher
