An Affiliated Organisation is an international, non-governmental, scientific, autonomous organisation that has obtained affiliation with the Union for the representation of scientific interests and, through the Union in the International Council for Science, for collaboration in arranging scientific meetings, and for planning and undertaking geoscience activities.
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AAWG’s objectives include promoting the advancement of scientific and technological knowledge in the geosciences, disseminating information on scientific and technical research and discoveries, promoting public understanding of the role of geosciences in Africa’s development and establishing and maintaining relations between African scientists and the international scientific community amongst others.
AAPG has been a pillar of the worldwide scientific community. The original purpose of AAPG, to foster scientific research, to advance the science of geology, to promote technology, and to inspire high professional conduct, still guides the Association today. AAPG provides publications, conferences, and educational opportunities to geoscientists and disseminates the most current geological information available to the general public.
AGI represents and serves the geoscience community by providing collaborative leadership and information to connect Earth, science, and people. The Institute provides information services to geoscientists, serves as a voice of shared interests in our profession, plays a major role in strengthening geoscience education, and strives to increase public awareness of the vital role the geosciences play in society’s prosperity, use of resources, resilience to natural hazards, and the health of the planet.
AGU is a global community supporting more than half a million advocates and professionals in the Earth and space sciences.
Through broad and inclusive partnerships, AGU aims to advance discovery and solution science that accelerate knowledge and create solutions that are ethical, unbiased and respectful of communities and their values. Their programs include serving as a scholarly publisher, convening virtual and in-person events and providing career support.
AGA is a non-governmental pan-Arab geological organization founded in 1975 by geological commissions, i.e., geologists unions, geological societies, representing nine Arab countries: Egypt, Palestine, Morocco, Jordan, Libya, Sudan, Lebanon, Tunisia and Iraq. Organizations of geologists in Syria and Yemen joined the Association shortly after.
AIPEA’s aim is the worldwide promotion of clay research and technology and of international cooperation in clay research and technology. The tools to achieve this, their goals are: international clay conferences, stimulation of excellent young clay scientists, rewarding of active clay scientists with a brilliant career in clay research, and stimulation of communication along clay researchers and technologists.
AAG is an international geoscience organisation of professionals in industry, academia and government with a principal focus on mineral exploration and the associated fields of environment and analysis. They promote the advancement of knowledge through their international journal, newsletter, regular symposia, and sponsorship of students.
CFES is an umbrella organization that represents a federation of Earth Science societies and associations across Canada. We represent about 15 000 Earth scientists in industry, government and academia. CFES advocates on behalf of the Canadian Earth Science community with government, the public, and the international Earth Science community.
CBGA is a non-governmental, international scientific, non-political and non-profit-making union of geoscientists working in the Carpathian-Balkan mountains’ region and the surrounding areas. The aim of CBGA is to promote and encourage collaborative cross-border fundamental and applied geological research, as well as training and specialization in the Carpathian-Balkan realm.
CPC was founded in 1972 as a cooperative organization between USGS and industry to improve upon scientific communication and exchange of information about geology and natural resources of the Pacific Basin and surrounding land regions.
CCGM is responsible for the design, promotion, coordination, preparation and publication of small-scale Earth science maps of the continents, major regions of the globe, oceans, according to various themes. In accordance with its mission, the CGMW wants to play a leading role in the use and dissemination of digital mapping techniques and in the search for international standards.
DGGV is an international, non-profit organization in the geosciences with over 3500 members from more than 64 countries.
ESM Foundation is an international, a-political and non-profit organisation that informs the public about the great value of knowledge of the Earth for the well-being of future generations and promotes science-based solutions for Earth-related problems. ESM particularly focuses on the youth, on politicians, opinion leaders, key persons in science and industry, fellow geoscientists and other decision makers.
EGS’ mission is to enable sustainable and responsible use of the Earth’s subsurface environment and resources. Their vision is to create the Geological Service for Europe as the scientific reference partner of the EU, delivering knowledge of the Earth’s subsurface environment and resources as the foundation of a sustainable future for Europe.
EASE is an international community of editors from diverse backgrounds, linguistic traditions and professional experience who share a passion of science and scholarly communication, editing and publishing. We welcome members from around the world and in all related disciplines. Their mission is to improve the global standard and quality of science editing, by promoting the value of science editors and supporting professional development, research, and collaboration.
EFG is a not‐for‐profit organisation instituted to ensure competent and ethical practice among geoscientists in Europe while representing the profession across the continent. EFG aims to be recognised as an independent, trustworthy and reliable international organisation that contributes to the protection of the environment, public safety and the responsible use of natural resources.
The main objective of EGN is the cooperation between Geoparks and the protection of geological heritage and the promotion of sustainable development of their territories in Europe. The purpose of this general designation was to share information and expertise, as well as definition of common tools.
EMU is an international scientific organization. Its objective is to further European cooperation in the Mineralogical Sciences (mineralogy, petrology, geochemistry and their applications). EMU represents most European mineralogical societies and supports their activities with the aim to foster collaboration and organises a series of Schools focused on fundamental topics for mineralogy and allied sciences amongst other activities.
GS is a nonprofit scientific society founded to encourage the application of geochemistry to improving our understanding of the Earth and solar system. Membership is international and diverse in background, encompassing such fields as organic geochemistry, high and low-temperature geochemistry, petrology, meteoritics, fluid-rock interaction, and isotope geochemistry.
GAC is a national multi-disciplinary geoscience organization with representatives in all Canadian Territories and Provinces as well as the United States, Europe and other parts of the world. It makes significant contributions to the promotion and development of the geological sciences in Canada through publications, awards, conferences, meetings and exhibitions.
GSA is a global scientific society with members from academia, government, and industry. Through its meetings, publications, and programs, GSA enhances the professional growth of geoscientists at all career levels, encourages cooperative research among earth, life, planetary, and social scientists, fosters public dialogue on geoscience issues, and promotes the geosciences in the service of humankind.
GSI is a professional body of geologists who are dedicated to the promotion of advanced study and research in all branches of Indian Geology. Earth Systems Science is an interdisciplinary field that studies the interactions and feedbacks among the physical, chemical, biological, and human components of the Earth system.
GfGD advocates for the integration of geoscience into sustainable development at international forums, and are working to reshape the global geology community to better serve society. They develop and support programmes to improve lives and livelihoods in the Global South, through access to geological science, and provide geologists with the skills to make an effective and positive contribution to sustainable development.
IAEG was founded in 1964 and is affiliated to IUGS. It is a worldwide scientific society. They aim to: to promote and encourage the advancement of Engineering Geology through technological activities and research, to improve teaching and training in Engineering Geology, and to collect, evaluate and disseminate the results of engineering geological activities on a worldwide basis
The mission of the IAMG is to promote, worldwide, the advancement of mathematics, statistics and informatics in the Geosciences. IAMG is committed to efforts promoting diversity, inclusion, fairness, impartiality and democracy.
IAPG is a multidisciplinary, scientific platform for widening the discussion and creating awareness about problems of Geoethics and Ethics applied to the Geosciences. IAPG works to developing theoretical and practical activities covering a wide range of contents.
IASGT’s aim is to stimulate communication and coordination within the global community and to provide free-to-access resources and information to the public. The group encourages innovative research, industry-academia collaboration, continued education in structural geology and tectonics, leading to the growth of intellectual capital and hence the impact of our science on the wealth of the society.
ProGEO is an association of all kinds of conservation practitioners and all types of geoscientists, who are involved in geoconservation as planners, as geoheritage managers and interpreters, in geological surveys, as museum curators, researchers, educationalists and those concerned with tourism.
IAGC’s mission is to financially support geochemical analysis for PhD Students, highlight the work of early career scientists and scientists from low- and middle-income countries, and recognize senior scientists for their service the field and their scientific contributions to the field. Their popular long-running thematic working group meetings include Water-Rock Interaction (WRI), Applied Isotope Geochemistry (AIG), and the Geochemistry of the Earth’s Surface (GES).
Geoethics is an interdisciplinary field between Geosciences and Ethics which involves Earth and Planetary Sciences as well as applied ethics. It deals with the way of human thinking and acting in relation to the significance of the Earth as a system and as a model. Geoeducational, scientific, technological, methodological and social-cultural aspects are included.
IAG/AIG is a scientific, non-governmental and non-profit organisation, whose principal objectives are development and promotion of geomorphology as a science through international co-operation and dissemination of knowledge of geomorphology. The IAG/AIG was founded at the Second International Conference on Geomorphology in 1989 to strengthen international geomorphology.
IAH/AIH is a scientific and educational charitable organisation for scientists, engineers, water managers and other professionals working in the fields of groundwater resource planning, management and protection. Their mission is to further the understanding, wise use and protection of groundwater resources throughout the world.
IAS is an international Non-Profit Organization (INPO) producing high-quality scientific publications, organising and sponsoring conferences, and financially supporting sedimentologists through research and travel grants. It was founded at the 19th IGC in 1952.
IAGOD was established in 1964 to promote research into ore formation and extraction. The society is represented by regional councillors and national groups across Asia, Africa and Latin America.
IFPS is a federation of regional, national, linguistic, and specialist palynological organizations of the world.
IGEO’s aims are to promote geoscience education internationally at all levels, to work for enhancement of the quality of geoscience education internationally and to encourage developments raising public awareness of geoscience, particularly amongst younger people.
IMGA aims to provide a network and a forum to bring together the combined expertise of geologists and earth scientists, environmental scientists, toxicologists, epidemiologists and medical specialists, in order to characterise the properties of geological processes and agents, the dispersal of geological material and their effects on human populations.
IMA is the world’s largest organization promoting mineralogy, one of the oldest branches of science. The Association supports the activities of Commissions and Working Groups involved on certain aspects of mineralogical practice and facilitates interaction among mineralogists by sponsoring and organising meetings.
Under the theme of earth’s critical zone, IRCK focuses on some scientific issues related to the karst critical zone. This includes the impacts of geological structure and climatic and vegetation differentiation in different regions on the composition, hydrogeological structure and type features and the impacts of biogeochemical process.
ISRM is a non-profit scientific association supported by the fees of the members and grants that do not impair its free action. The field of rock mechanics and rock engineering includes all studies of the physical, mechanical, hydraulic, thermal, chemical and dynamic behaviour of rocks and rock masses, and engineering works in rock masses, using appropriate knowledge of geology.
MetSoc is an international organization dedicated to the promotion of research and education in planetary science with emphasis on the studies of meteorites and other extraterrestrial materials that further our understanding of the origin of the solar system. Members are scientists, amateur scientists and enthusiasts.
ISSMGE is the pre-eminent professional body representing the interests and activities of Engineers, Academics and Contractors all over the world that actively participate in geotechnical engineering. ISSMGE provides a focus for professional leadership to some 90 Member Societies and around 20,000 individual members.
NGWA is a community of groundwater professionals working together to advance groundwater knowledge and the success of our members through education and outreach; advocacy; cooperation and information exchange; and enhancement of professional practices.
NMGS is a international, non-governmental and non-profit professional organization. Its objectives include: advancement and practice of mining, acquisition, preservation and dissemination of mining geoscientific and metallurgical knowledge, publications, and upholding the ethics and safeguarding the interests of the interests of the professions covered by the society.
SGF aims to contribute to the development of Earth and Planetary Sciences, both in itself and in its relations with industry, agriculture, the environment and education.
SEGH was established in 1971 to provide a forum for scientists to work together in understanding the interaction between the geochemical environment and the health of plants, animals, and humans. They recognise the importance of interdisciplinary research, with members representing expertise in a diverse range of scientific fields.
SGA is an international scientific society that promotes the science of mineral deposits geology. Its worldwide membership of over 1300 is composed of, amongst others, researchers, professional, university students, industry and governments interested in economic geology.
SEPM is a non-profit society that focuses on the dissemination of information about and research in sedimentary geoscience and related fields. SEPM enriches professionals and students with membership levels and resources for connecting, networking, publishing and growing intellectually.
SEG is a leading global nonprofit dedicated to advancing the understanding, development, and stewardship of Earth’s resources through geoscience. It connects academia with industry, focusing on the minerals and metals essential to society.
The YES Network is an international association of young and early career Earth scientists who are primarily under the age of 35 or are within ten years after graduating from their PhD, and are from universities, geosciences organizations and companies from across the world.
AGID is an international non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting the use of geoscience for sustainable development, particularly in developing countries. It fosters international collaboration in earth sciences through training programs, workshops, and research partnerships. AGID focuses on areas such as natural resource management, environmental protection, and geological hazard mitigation, including earthquakes, landslides, and floods. By supporting knowledge exchange and capacity building, it helps bridge the gap between geoscience research and societal needs, contributing to global efforts toward safer and more sustainable development.
CCOP is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to advancing geoscience for sustainable development in East and Southeast Asia. It promotes regional cooperation and the application of geoscience knowledge to support natural resource management, environmental protection, and disaster risk reduction. CCOP also facilitates digital transformation in geoscience and strengthens education, capacity building, and scientific outreach. Through technical cooperation and information sharing among its member countries and partners, CCOP contributes to sustainable development and improved quality of life across the region.
CIFEG is a French non-profit foundation dedicated to promoting geoscience knowledge sharing and capacity building between developed and developing countries. Supported by BRGM, UNESCO, and the International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS), CIFEG facilitates international cooperation through education, training, research, and information exchange.
DOSECC is a non-profit scientific organization dedicated to providing leadership and technical support for subsurface sampling and monitoring technologies. It facilitates cost-effective scientific drilling projects, promotes the integration of science and drilling technology, and supports education and technology transfer. Through collaboration among research institutions, DOSECC advances studies of the Earth’s continental crust and addresses scientific and societal challenges.
GGN is a non-profit international association and the official partner of UNESCO for the operation of UNESCO Global Geoparks. It promotes the conservation of geological heritage and supports sustainable regional development through international cooperation, knowledge exchange, and the sharing of best practices. The network encourages education, public awareness, and community engagement while fostering high standards in the management of geoparks worldwide.
GSAf is a pan-African geological society dedicated to promoting the advancement of geological sciences in Africa, supporting geoscience research, education and training, and facilitating communication and cooperation among geoscientists and relevant organizations. It also promotes the sustainable and environmentally sensitive development of the continent’s mineral, water, and hydrocarbon resources, and encourages publications and conferences on African geoscience.
ICL is an international non-governmental and non-profit making scientific organization created in 2002. It aims to promote landslide research for the benefit of society and the environment, and capacity building including education, notably in developing countries. It integrates geosciences and technology within appropriate cultural and social contexts to evaluate landslide risk and to contribute to the protection of the natural environment and sites of high societal value. It also combines and coordinates international expertise in landslide risk assessment and mitigation studies and promotes a global, multidisciplinary Programme on landslides.
International Palaeontological Association (IPA) is a global coordinator of institutions and individuals engaged in research, education, and the propagation of knowledge of palaeontology. It promotes and coordinates international cooperation in palaeontology and related disciplines, covering all aspects of palaeobiology and geological, environmental, and climatic applications of palaeontological data. It encourages the integration and synthesis of palaeontological knowledge and supports international meetings, publications, and collaboration with organizations such as the IUGS and IUBS.
The International Permafrost Association (IPA) is an international scientific organization dedicated to promoting research in permafrost and permafrost-related fields within the global scientific and engineering communities. It supports researchers and facilitates the dissemination of knowledge on permafrost to decision-makers, educators, and the public. The IPA promotes international cooperation through regional and international conferences held regularly around the world and fosters the exchange of scientific information among permafrost scientists and engineers. It also encourages collaboration on monitoring, mapping, and understanding permafrost in the context of a changing climate.
