(Note time change, as Linda is in the UK)

From Chaos to Clarity: Mind Mapping Your Family History

Are you stuck staring at scattered notes and research dead ends? Mind mapping might be the game-changer you’ve been looking for.

This visual planning technique has helped researchers for centuries organise complex information - and it’s perfect for untangling family history puzzles. Whether you prefer simple sketches or detailed diagrams, mind maps transform chaotic research into clear, actionable plans.

In this hands-on presentation, you’ll discover how to use mind mapping at every stage of your research journey: from initial planning and problem-solving to reporting your findings. Through real examples, you’ll see how this visual tool can help you break through brick walls, spot conflicting information you might have missed, and identify gaps in your research strategy.

Learn how to employ this powerful new tool in your genealogy toolkit - one that turns overwhelming research projects into manageable, visual roadmaps to success.

Linda Hammond is a professional genealogist and member of the Register of Qualified Genealogists. She has been active in genealogy for over 35 years as both a researcher and a lecturer. She is a member of the University of Strathclyde genealogy course faculty, where she works as a tutor for their Master’s program. In addition to her teaching role, Linda frequently speaks at conferences and for family history societies, where she shares her knowledge and expertise with enthusiasts.

She has published articles on her research into Reformatory and Industrial Schools in England and has published a book on the use of Mind Mapping in genealogy.

How to register and Zoom link will be sent to members via GUMnet a few days prior to the event.
Bookings limited to 100 attendees.