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AAG COMMUNITY

Connections That Matter

Specialty Groups

There are 69 different interest-based groups of like-minded geographers, focused on particular areas of study within the broader field.

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Affinity Groups

These eight distinct groups bring together geographers based on identity, stage of career, or common interests. They help connect members with similar backgrounds and experiences.

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Communities of Practice

These unique groups gather geographers and experts from other disciplines to collaborate on shared research, grants, and related activities, resulting in opportunity and advancement for all community members.

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Regional Divisions

These nine North American groups connect geographers with other members in their given location in the United States and Canada empowering AAG members to connect around regional issues of significant importance.

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DEDICATED GROUPS

Engaged communities provide the connection, critique, and companionship that help geography thrive—at AAG, we provide our members the opportunity to join dedicated groups of fellow practitioners, each with its own focus and benefit

 

REGIONAL DIVISIONS

Find your Regional Division to connect with geographers near you*

 

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*Although not yet reflected in the map, AAG’s nine regions include locations in the United States and Canada.

Governance

Policies and Procedures

AAG specialty and affinity groups are governed by official guidelines, which help volunteer members manage group finances, activities, and responsibilities, as well as provide recommendations for forming new groups.

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