This resource from our Technical Accreditation Adviser, Vicky Dawson, sets out what museum can expect from their Accreditation Mentor and how to make the most of the expertise they bring.
Our resource is divided into two parts – the first sets out the framework within which the relationship sits, and second suggests ways to get the best out of the relationship.
Download the PDF resource below
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