I've tried to pull together many of the ideas which have been
circulating about what the CGF is for. Comments very welcome! I've
tried to keep it sufficiently specific, so that it doesn't sound too
bland and vague, but sufficiently general to provide a framework for
diverse activities. It could also be called a draft manifesto, since
some have suggested that term.
Joe
CRITICAL GEOGRAPHY FORUM
DRAFT STATEMENT OF AIMS
The Critical Geography Forum is an international network of
geographers and others which seeks to promote:
a) the development and dissemination of critical and radical
perspectives in geography;
b) critical and radical research, publication and educational
activities undertaken by geographers;
c) links between academic geographers and radical political
activists and activities;
d) equality of opportunity;
by, among other things,
i) enabling communication and debate between geographers in all
kinds of educational and research institutions, between geographers
and others in related disciplines, and between academics and the
wider community;
ii) supporting the work of marginalised and under-represented groups
in geography;
iii) campaigning for reform in educational and academic
institutions;
iv) emphasising work which improves understanding of, and seeks to
combat, unequal and oppressive power relations;
v) highlighting ethical and political issues in the practice of
geographical research and education.
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Joe Painter
Lecturer in Geography
Department of Geography
University of Durham
Sciences Site
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DURHAM, DH1 3LE, U.K.
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