Are you looking for ways to connect with colleagues who share your research interests?
Would you like to collaborate, learn, and contribute to a vibrant international community?
AIESEP Special Interest Groups (SIGs) offer exactly that opportunity.
What is a SIG?
A Special Interest Group, or SIG, is a community within AIESEP formed by members who share a common interest in a specific area of research. SIGs play an important role in AIESEP by creating spaces where members can:
- Deepen their research interests
- Connect with peers from around the world
- Support early career researchers
- Contribute to conferences and publications
- Share knowledge and ideas
- Build meaningful professional networks
In short, SIGs help you get more value from your AIESEP membership.
What do SIGs do?
SIGs are active and collaborative spaces. Their activities may include:
- Organizing events and discussion groups
- Offering research training opportunities
- Convening symposia and pre conference sessions
- Contributing to AIESEP news and initiatives
Whether you are new to the field or an experienced scholar, SIGs provide a welcoming environment to engage and grow.
Current AIESEP SIGs
You can join one or more of the following SIGs:
- Early Years
- Early Career Research
- Primary or Elementary Physical Education
- Social Justice
- Digital Technologies for Teaching, Learning and Health Promotion
Members are welcome to participate in multiple SIGs. Please note that some SIG meetings during the annual pre-conference may overlap due to scheduling.
How to Join a SIG
Joining a SIG is quick and simple. Follow these steps:
- Go to https://aiesep.org/
- Sign in to your account
- Click on “Member’s Corner” at the top right of the screen
- Select “Community”
- You may be asked to sign in again
- Click on “Groups” at the top of the page
- Browse and select the SIG you would like to join
Once you join, you will be part of an active community ready to connect and collaborate.
Take the Next Step
SIGs are a great way to turn your membership into meaningful engagement. Whether you want to expand your research, find collaborators, or simply connect with others who share your interests, there is a place for you in a SIG.
Take a few minutes today to explore the Member’s Corner and join a group. Your next collaboration or idea might start there.
