Directorios

GEOGRAFIA

 

	Sociedad Geográfica de Colombia
		«La Sociedad Geográfica de Colombia tiene como Misión: Fomentar los estudios geográficos en general y, en particular, los relativos al territorio de la República de Colombia en los aspectos: Físico, poblacional, ambiental, económico, infraestructural, administrativo y político.» Colombia

	California Geographic Information Association (CGIA)
		«The CGIA was formed in 1994 based on a recommendation put forth in the Report of the Geographic Information Task Force. Since its inception, CGIA has been active in its mission "To Promote the Effective Use of Geographic Information in the State of California." CGIA lead the initiative for the Strategic Geographic Information Investment Act, actively promoting AB 1293 and AB 3431 in the California legislature. We organized an effort to enhance and promote a metadata clearinghouse for California. We have worked with surveyors to formulate an effective policy that more clearly defines the roles and responsibilities of both our professions. CGIA expertise has contributed to the success of regional collaborative efforts such as the New Valley Connexions program, a partnership of the Great Valley Center and the California Trade and Commerce Agency.» EEUU - inglés

	Association for Geographic Information (AGI)
		«The AGI pursues these aims through a wide range of activities including lobbying, an active web site, a number of publications, specialist meetings and seminars throughout the country. These are all supported by our annual conference and trade exhibition.» Reino Unido

	Societa Geografica Italiana
		«La Società Geografica Italiana, fondata a Firenze nel 1867, promuove la ricerca scientifica e svolge attività di divulgazione. Esse vengono realizzate mediante programmi di studi e ricerche sul territorio e l'ambiente, una vivace attività editoriale, l'organizzazione di convegni e viaggi di studio.» Italia

	Swiss Society of Cartography
		«Mitgliedschaft. Jahresberichte. Statuten. Mitteilungen. Veranstaltungen. Stellenbörse. Publikationen. Commissions.» Suiza

	American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing
		«Founded in 1934, the American Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ASPRS) is a scientific association serving over 7,000 professional members around the world. Our mission is to advance knowledge and improve understanding of mapping sciences to promote the responsible applications of photogrammetry, remote sensing, geographic information systems (GIS), and supporting technologies.» EEUU - inglés

	Association of American Geographers
		«The Association of American Geographers (AAG) is a scientific and educational society founded in 1904. Its 7,500+ members share interests in the theory, methods, and practice of geography and geographic education. The AAG holds annual meetings and regional events and publishes a newsletter, journals, and books. The association supports and recognizes its members through its grants and awards programs.» EEUU - inglés

	The British Cartographic Society
		«The British Cartographic Society (The B.C.S.) is a dynamic association of individuals and organisations dedicated to exploring and developing the world of maps. Membership includes Mapping companies, publishers, designers, academics, researchers, map curators, individual cartographers, GIS specialists and ordinary members of the public with an interest in maps. The B.C.S. is regarded as one of the world's leading cartographic societies and its main publication, The Cartographic Journal is recognised internationally.» Reino Unido

	Geographical Society of Finland
		«Geographical Society of Finland is a community of geographers and those interested in geography which traces its origins back to 1888. It was then that the original Geographical Society of Finland and Finnish Geographical Association were founded, to be united into a single organisation in 1921. The Society´s official languages are Finnish and Swedish, and its purpose is to promote research in geography and related sciences at home and abroad.» Finlandia

	Geological Association of Canada
		«Geological Association of Canada is a national society for the geosciences, whose members include earth scientists from across Canada and around the world. The Geological Association of Canada maintains liaison with other earth science societies (either directly or through the Canadian Geoscience Council), appoints representatives to national and international scientific organizations, and provides advice to government and the public on geological issues.» Canadá

	New Zealand Geographical Society
		«New Zealand Geographical Society Inc serves geographers in schools and universities, government and the private sector. Its publications are read by geographers and people in allied disciplines in New Zealand and abroad. It provides resource materials for schools, and makes submissions to local, national and international agencies on matters of concern to geographers in New Zealand. And its conferences help keep teachers and researchers abreast with current developments in our subject.» Nueva Zelanda

	Royal Dutch Geographical Society (KNAG)
		«The society's well-known scientific publication in English is the journal 'Tijdschrift voor Economische en Sociale Geografie' (TESG). Furthermore, the society publishes the Nederlandse Geografische Studies or NGS (Dutch Geographical Studies), a series of scientific publications on a vast array of subjects. Most of the titles are available in English. You can find more information on this in the SHOP.» Holanda

	Royal Geographical Society
		«The Royal Geographical Society (with The Institute of British Geographers) is the Learned Society representing Geography and geographers. It was founded in 1830 for the advancement of geographical science and has been among the most active of the learned societies ever since. The largest geographical society in Europe, and one of the largest in the world, the RGS-IBG operates at a regional, national and international scale.» Reino Unido

	Royal Scottish Geographical Society
		«Founded in 1884, the RSGS is an educational charity whose aims are to advance the science of Geography and create a greater understanding of the wider world, in the belief that geographical knowledge makes a significant difference to the way in which we view and shape the world we live in. These aims are pursued largely through: support for geographical research and the teaching of geography; a community programme of nearly 100 illustrated talks throughout Scotland for both the Society's members and the wider public; the publication of a journal, newsletter, and occasional books and pamphlets on geographical issues; and the provision of a geographical information service drawing on the Society's extensive collections of books, journals, maps, photographs and archives.»

	The Society of Cartographers
		«The Society was founded in 1964 at the University of Glasgow and was originally named the Society of University Cartographers. In 1989 the Society adopted a new title and constitution opening up membership to all in the cartographic community. The Society's membership is widely drawn from the education sector, statutory institutions, local authorities, public utilities and the commercial and publishing industry. The majority of the membership is UK based, with an increasing world-wide membership. The Society's aims also remain constant, that is to support the practising cartographer and encourage and maintain a high standard of cartographic illustration by providing information and opportunities to meet and exchange views and techniques with fellow practising cartographers.» Reino Unido

	Asociación Española de Ciencia Regional
		«La A.E.C.R. es una asociación compuesta por científicos, técnicos y profesionales vinculados al campo de la Ciencia Regional en todas sus disciplinas: Economía, Geografía, Urbanismo, Historia, Medio Ambiente, Ingenierías, etc... La sede está actualmente ubicada en Barcelona y cuenta aproximadamente con unos 700 socios.» España

	Asociación Universitaria de Profesorado de Didáctica de las Ciencias Sociales
		«...estimulará la relación académica entre todos los Profesores que se dedican a la investigación y la docencia en Didáctica de las Ciencias Sociales (Geografía, Historia y demás Ciencias Sociales) siendo su ámbito de actuación todo el Estado Español.» España

	Asociación Venezolana de Estudios del Caribe
		La Asociación Venezolana de Estudios del Caribe fue fundada en el mes de abril de 1979, por un grupo de profesores e investigadores de la Universidad Central de Venezuela, la Universidad Simón Bolívar y la Universidad de Los Andes. La motivacvión principal de esta Asociación es agrupar a los interesados en desarrollar un trabajo relacionado con la región del Caribe Venezuela

	International Society of Geographical and Epidemiological Ophthalmology (ISGEO)
		«The aim of the ISGEO is to promote the science of geographic and epidemiologic ophthalmology among all people and nations. This aim encompasses the epidemiological, clinical, educational, environmental and cultural aspects of eye disease, prevention of blindness, preservation of sight and visual rehabilitation. The Society provides a forum for presentation and discussion of research in ophthalmology of international significance and limited support of ophthalmologic research in developing countries.» Canadá

	North American Cartographic Information Society
		«The North American Cartographic Information Society, founded in 1980, is an organization comprised of specialists from private, academic, and government organizations whose common interest lies in facilitating communication in the map information community. NACIS is a professional society open to specialists from North America, including Canada, the United States, Mexico, the nations of Central and Middle America as well as to individuals from other regions and organizations throughout the world.» EEUU - inglés

	Quaternary Research Association
		«The QRA is an organisation comprising archaeologists, botanists, civil engineers, geographers, geologists, soil scientists, zoologists and others interested in research into the problems of the Quaternary.» Reino Unido

	Society for Sedimentary Geology
		«SEPM (Society for Sedimentary Geology) is an international not-for-profit Society based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Through its network of international members, the Society is dedicated to the dissemination of scientific information on sedimentology, stratigraphy, paleontology, environmental sciences, marine geology, hydrogeology, and many additional related specialties.» EEUU - inglés

	Society of Wetland Scientists
		«The Society of Wetland Scientists is a non-profit organization founded in 1980 to promote wetland science and the exchange of information related to wetlands.» EEUU - inglés

	The Alaska Geographic Society
		«The Alaska Geographic Society is a non-profit, educational organization dedicated to improving geographic understanding of Alaska and the North. Since its founding in 1968, the Society has published more than 100 ALASKA GEOGRAPHIC books on all aspects of Alaska and the North, including its people, resources, animals, regions, geographic features and more. These beautiful, full-color books are mailed to member/subscribers each quarter and also are sold in bookstores and specialty shops in Alaska and worldwide.» Alaska

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