The Medal has been made possible by a generous bequest from a long-standing and enthusiastic supporter of the Association, Miss Morag Husband Campbell.
It comprises a sterling silver relief medallion, 60mm in diameter.
The name of the recipient and the year is inscribed on the reverse. It is intended to award the Medal every year or every other year depending upon nominations.
The Association has agreed that the Medal should be awarded to individuals who have contributed significantly to the understanding, appreciation and promotion of South Georgia. This would encompass:
- scientific studies
- arts and humanities including culture, history, heritage, artistic endeavour etc.
- adventurous travel and exploration
- activities which enhance the wider appreciation of South Georgia (e.g. in the media or through administrative functions)
Nominations (self-nominations are not permitted) should be made on the Nomination Form, which will be published on this site and will also be available from the Secretary of the Association, to whom they should be sent by the end of the year. The award would be made the following year at the Annual General Meeting of the Association, typically in May.
Previous Recipients
| Year | Recipient | Inscription |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Ian Hart | For his significant contributions to the history, heritage and knowledge of South Georgia. |
| 2023 | Dr Frederik Paulsen | For outstanding and sustained support for the ecological restoration, preservation of heritage and enhancement of scientific knowledge of South Georgia. |
| 2022 | Tony Martin | In recognition of his outstanding and dedicated contributions to South Georgia – in particular his pivotal role in the South Georgia Heritage Trust Habitat Restoration Programme of the Island and as a consequence promoting a wider appreciation of these islands. |
| 2021 | Robert Headland | For outstanding and sustained contributions to the history and knowledge of South Georgia and to extending the wider appreciation of the island. |
| 2020 | Caradoc ‘Crag’ Jones | For contribution to fisheries management and scientific studies, and for championing adventurous travel, exploration and mountaineering on South Georgia. |
| 2019 | Sally Poncet | For outstanding contributions to the study and conservation of wildlife and heritage of South Georgia. |
| 2018 | Robert Burton | For outstanding contributions to the study and conservation of wildlife and the heritage of South Georgia. |
Posts on the Morag Husband Campbell Medal
- Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2025 – Call for NominationsThe South Georgia Association is inviting nominations for the award of the Morag Husband Campbell medal for the eighth year.
- Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2024 Awarded to Ian HartThe South Georgia Association is delighted to announce the award of the Morag Husband Campbell medal for 2024 to Ian Hart, in recognition of his “outstanding and sustained support for the history, heritage and knowledge of South Georgia”
- Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2024 – Call for NominationsThe South Georgia Association is inviting nominations for the award of the Morag Husband Campbell medal for the seventh year.
- Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2023 Awarded to Dr Frederik PaulsenThe South Georgia Association is delighted to announce the award for the sixth year of the Morag Husband Campbell medal for 2023 to Dr Frederik Paulsen, in recognition of his “outstanding and sustained support for the ecological restoration, preservation of heritage and enhancement of scientific knowledge of South Georgia”
- Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2022 Awarded to Tony MartinThe South Georgia Association is delighted to announce the award for the Morag Husband Campbell Medal for 2022 to Professor Tony Martin, “in recognition of his outstanding and dedicated contributions to South Georgia – in particular his pivotal role in the South Georgia Heritage Trust Habitat Restoration Programme of the Island and as a consequence… Read more: Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2022 Awarded to Tony Martin
- Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2021 – Awarded to Bob HeadlandThe South Georgia Association is delighted to announce the award for the Morag Husband Campbell Medal for 2021 to Bob Headland, “For outstanding and sustained contributions to the history and knowledge of South Georgia and to extending the wider appreciation of the island“. The medal will be presented to Bob at the next live event,… Read more: Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2021 – Awarded to Bob Headland
- Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2020 – Awarded to Crag JonesThe South Georgia Association is delighted to announce the award for the 2020 Morag Husband Campbell medal for 2020 to Caradoc ‘Crag’ Jones, ““For contribution to fisheries management and scientific studies, and for championing adventurous travel, exploration and mountaineering on South Georgia”“. The medal will be presented to Crag at the next Association meeting.
- Presentation of Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2020 to Sally PoncetHis Excellency Nigel Phillips CBE, Commissioner for SGSSI, presented Sally Poncet with the 2019 Morag Husband Campbell medal from the South Georgia Association at a reception held at Government House in Stanley on 19 March.
- Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2019 – Awarded to Sally PoncetThe South Georgia Association is delighted to announce the award for the second year of its newly struck medal for 2019 to Mrs Sally Poncet, “For outstanding contributions to the study and conservation of wildlife and heritage of South Georgia“. The medal was presented to Pat Lurcock, representing Sally, at the annual spring meeting of… Read more: Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2019 – Awarded to Sally Poncet
- Morag Husband Campbell Medal 2018 – Awarded to Bob BurtonThe South Georgia Association is delighted to announce the award of its newly struck medal for 2018 to Mr Robert Wellesley Burton, “for outstanding contributions to the study and conservation of wildlife and the heritage of South Georgia“. The medal was presented at the annual spring meeting of the Association in London.