The inaugural issue of Critical Praxis, the official newsletter of the Paulo Freire SIG (special interest group) of AERA (American Education Research Association) includes a profile of the UNESCO Chair DCMÉT. We are extremely pleased to continue our more than decade-long collaboration with the Paulo Freire SIG, and are also grateful for the mentorship and solidarity that has marked our association with Freirians in the US, Canada and abroad. the newsletter provides a cornucopia of information, insights and updates.