Dear Members of Division G:

Message from the Division - G Vice President – Dr. Cleveland Hayes

As we approach the close of another calendar year, I find myself reflecting on the profound privilege it has been to serve as Vice President for the Social Context of Education (Division G). These past three years have been among the most meaningful of my professional journey. To lead within a community so deeply committed to justice, equity, and the transformative power of education has truly been one of my greatest honors.

During this time, Division G has continued to expand its reach and impact—amplifying voices that challenge dominant narratives, elevating the lived experiences of communities often pushed to the margins, and reaffirming our collective commitment to research that makes visible the social, political, and cultural forces shaping education. Together, we have nurtured spaces where critical scholarship thrives and where community, care, and courage guide our work.

As I prepare to pass the torch to the next generation of leadership, I do so with deep gratitude—for our members, our Section Chairs, and the countless scholars and educators whose work sustains the mission of Division G. You have reminded me daily that scholarship is not only about knowledge production, but also about solidarity and transformation.

Thank you for allowing me to serve, to listen, and to learn alongside you. I remain inspired by what Division G has been and by what it continues to become. May we keep pushing, dreaming, and building—together.

In solidarity and gratitude,
Cleveland Hayes, Ph.D.
Vice President, Division G: Social Context of Education
American Educational Research Association