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- EIN 53-0207414
- (202) 234-1450
- 1710 16th St Nw Washington DC 20009-3104 USA
- www.aag.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Population Studies
Mission: The objectives of the association are to further professional investigation into geography by encouraging the application of geographic findings in education, government, and business. The association supports these objectives by promoting acquaintance and discussion among its members and with scholars in related fields. The association stimulates research and scientific exploration, by encouraging the publication of scholarly studies and by performing services to aid the advancement of its members and the fields of geography and geographic education.
Programs: Publications: aag publishes two scholarly journals, a newsletter and a "guide to programs in geography" as well as several publications in the field of geography.
annual meeting: the association conducts an annual meeting that provides a forum for discussion and exchange of information related to geography and geography education. Delegates read papers, give presentations, participate in field trips, panels, symposia, and workshops.
education projects: research educational projects applicable to geography which are funded by outside agencies, foundations, and other organizations.
outreach: aag promotes acquaintance and discussion among its members and with scholars in the field; stimulates research and scientific exploration; encourages publication of scholarly studies; and aids the advancement of geography and geographic education. Membership: the association provides services to the membership that offers: information such as publications and newsletters; participation in regional or special interest groups; opportunities for involvement in educational research, policy programs, committees, commissions and projects.