
With over 700 members globally, the IWM War and Conflict Subject Specialist Network builds capacity, connections and confidence in the cultural heritage sector.
Network members look at a range of themes and subjects within the period of the First World War to the present day.
Our aim is to share and develop knowledge and skills amongst many diverse organisations and individuals across the UK and further afield.
Benefits for Network Members

Benefits for Network Members
- Access to free downloadable resources, guides, research and assets from IWM collections
- Connect with others to share best practice – read case studies and browse our network directory.
- Attend a range of online events, that promote collaboration and professional development
- Receive monthly e-newsletters, including opportunities to promote your activity
- Exclusive partnership opportunities, such as the chance to engage with the IWM 14-18 NOW Legacy Fund, with up to £20,000 available for the creation of new art commissions
More Information
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Connecting, Sharing, Learning project
Between July 2020 and June 2021, IWM’s War and Conflict Subject Specialist Network (WCSSN) led a project called Connecting, sharing, learning: sustaining relationships between collections and older communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out more
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IWM 14-18 NOW Legacy Fund
IWM is harnessing the legacy of 14-18 NOW, making £2 million available to artists and cultural organisations for new art commissions. This will include 15 commission opportunities with a value of around £20,000 each, exclusively available to SSN members. Find out more
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About the SSN
Read about what the SSN is, how we work and what we offer to members.
Terms and Conditions of membership