Speakers

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4 August

Hidden in Plain Sight - Mia Bennett

Mia will take us on  a journey through where to find genealogical records that are often not known about or forgotten in preference for the more commonly used websites. The talk will identify free websites and explain how to search within them to enhance research.  A range of record types will be covered including BMD records, Parish registers, Name Rich sources and Probate as well as a wealth of other more unusual sources.

Mia Bennett has followed in her ancestors' footsteps as an engineer for her 'paid' job but loves using her analysis skills to investigate the fascinating world of her relatives. She has been researching her family history for 25 years and has been a trustee of the Society of Genealogists for six years.  She has run brickwall workshops, provided advice and volunteered in the SoG library.  Mia carries out family history research and DNA analysis for clients and is an Associate of AGRA. She gives talks on traditional genealogy and DNA including at the SoG, RootsTech Connect, Family Tree Live and on an Unlock the Past cruise.  She is an alumni of the Salt Lake Institute of Genealogy and a current student of the Higher Certificate at the Institute of Heraldic and Genealogical Studies. More information about Mia can be found at her website www.miagenealogy.com