Sections are constituent parts of the American Sociological Association. The purpose of Sections is to promote the common interest of Association members in specified areas of sociology. While Sections facilitate relationships and work among persons with a common interest, they also provide an opportunity for individuals to participate actively in their national association. In addition to staying current in special interest areas, sections provide excellent networking opportunities.
Sections produce newsletters which are mailed to current section members.
Section newsletters detail current section research, grant opportunities, book announcements, and other pertinent information. Sections sponsor sessions during the ASA Annual Meetings. Section Program Committees design the section themes, coordinate the Call for Papers, and organize the presentations. Section sessions are diverse and rich in specified areas of sociology. At each Annual Meeting, representatives from each Section volunteer to staff an ASA Section information table to talk to prospective members about current section events.