Vision

The American Association of Geographers (AAG) brings together members of the global geographic community We provide students, educators, practitioners, and partners with the resources they need to enter the field, develop their careers, and form professional friendships that can last a lifetime. Through annual and ongoing programs, events, and meetings, we aim to create a space in which all geographers—wherever they come from—will know they are valued, heard, and welcomed. By taking care of our community we ensure the health and vitality of the geographic discipline as it evolves to meet the challenges faced in today’s world.

Goals

1. 1.We are preparing for future success by concentrating our commitments of time, energy, and funds to our highest priorities. Over the next three years we will focus on eight areas in of support of our membership and communities who strive to advance the importance of Geography in this changing world.
2. 2.AAG will enhance our engagement and outreach services to strengthen and grow communities. We will serve as a hub for established groups, such as Specialty Groups, Regional Divisions, and Departments, and emerging communities across the field. There are over 80 different interest-based groups of like-minded geographers, focused on particular areas of study within the broader field.
3. 3.AAG advocates for the fundamental rights of geographers and to ensure that robust funding for research and scholarship is sustained. Academic freedom is a core value of our organization, embodied in our journals and conferences. We also monitor state and federal legislation to ensure our members can teach and research without restriction.