Workers at smaller museums are more satisfied than colleagues at the biggest institutions, report finds

Report Finds Workers at Smaller Museums More Satisfied

The latest Museums Moving Forward report reveals that workers at smaller museums are more satisfied than their colleagues at larger institutions.

The report, which surveyed museum staff across the country, found persistent issues with low pay, inequity, and burnout. However, it also noted a slight improvement in career satisfaction since the inaugural report.

Creating “a more just museum sector” by 2030

The organisation, Museums Moving Forward, launched in 2023 with a vision of creating a more just museum sector. The report found that workers at institutions with unions have seen some improvements, while others continue to struggle with core issues.

Key findings include:

Author's summary: Museum workers' satisfaction varies by institution size.

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