African Association of Women in Geosciences (AAWG)
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Contact Details
URL: http://aawg.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/African-Association-of-Women-in-Geosciences-143770972328654/
Founded
1995 Nairobi Kenya
Aims
Promote the advancement of scientific and technological knowledge in the field of geosciences; disseminate information on scientific and technical research and discoveries and promote public understanding of the role of geosciences in Africa's development; establish and maintain relations between African scientists and the international scientific community; provide a forum for discussion and cooperation in geosciences and other related professions in Africa; assist African governments in the quest for capacity building in geosciences and its applications; cooperate with relevant African governments in the formulation of policies and programme designed to encourage the development and application of geosciences for Africa's development; highlight and seek solutions to problems faced specifically by women and grassroots communities in Africa in the area of geosciences; encourage and mobilize support for education, training and research in order to assist African women in their acquisition of specialized skills for leadership in geosciences; identify, promote and advise on the importance and preservation of geological sites in Africa in collaboration with other stakeholders.
Events
13 past events available with paid subscription only.Activities
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General Meeting; Governing Council. Regions (4): Eastern; Southern; Northern; Central.
Finance
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Available with paid subscription only.UN Sustainable Development Goals **
UIA Org ID
XJ0572
Last News
2022
** UN SDGs are linked to the subject classification.
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