This article introduces a special issue connecting occupations and memory, arguing that occupations are sustained by practical and historical memory and that memory work is central to professional projects, identity, and jurisdictional claims. It outlines key themes (expert & memory work, mnemonic communities, and mnemonic professional projects) and sets an agenda for future research on technology, ethics, and boundary dynamics.
Authors & affiliations:
- Diego M. Coraiola (University of Victoria; FGV EAESP)
- Sébastien Mena (Université de Fribourg)
- Mairi Maclean (University of Bath)
- Roy Suddaby (University of Victoria; Washington State University)
- Daniel Muzio (University of York)
