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Announcements

WLS 2023 – Save the new date 

We are excited to share that AIA’s Women’s Leadership Summit’s (WLS) new dates are September 12-14 in beautiful Boston! We listened carefully to our members to ensure the event remains focused on its three core attributes: equity, inclusion, and belonging. The new dates avoid any unintentional scheduling over a religious observance period so that everyone will have an opportunity to attend. We look forward to seeing you in Boston in the Fall for the best Women’s Leadership Summit yet!  Learn more about WLS >

Webinars

Regenerative Communities  

Join the AIA Regional & Urban Design Committee for a series exploring sustainability practices at the intersections of natural and man-made systems. Learn more and register here >

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Honors & Awards needs jurors  

Honors & Awards is seeking jurors for our people-based and project-based awards. Please submit your application here. And, as always, several awards are now open for submissions. Visit the Honors & Awards page for more information. 

Volunteers needed  

Do you know someone who wants to boost their resume and give back to the profession? NAAB is seeking diverse volunteers to participate in accreditation site visits. Learn more and apply here >

Webinars

Universal Design in Residential Architecture  

On April 13, CRAN is hosting a webinar on the inclusion of universal design within residential architecture, identifying the 7 Principles of Universal Design and how they apply to the built environment. Gain a deeper understanding of how universal design can enhance livability and remain cost-effective long-term. Earn 1 LU/HSW. Learn more and register here >

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Announcements

Latest residential firm trends

The AIA's Home Design Trends Survey is a recognized source of emerging trends in residential design and business conditions at residential firms. The latest release shows induction cooking appliances and how concealed lighting grew in popularity. As for business conditions, project billings, inquires, and design contracts showed weakness in Q4.Learn more >

Stop the Clock campaign   

AIA celebrates the recent decision by the Board of Directors of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) for retiring the “rolling clock” to architecture licensure.

But we need your help!

Please use the social media assets linked here to create awareness and collect the stories from individuals affected by the rolling clock to ensure this effort is standardized across all jurisdictions.

Opportunity to share AIA member stories 

AIA is excited to announce the new “Future Focused” video series. This new series shares the stories of women, men, and firm leaders.

Call for proposals/submissions

AIA Trust Component Grants program 

The AIA Trust Component Grants Program officially opened on January 1 and grant guidelines are posted. The deadline for completed applications to be received by the AIA Trust for consideration is the close of business on Monday, April 3. Congratulations again to all of the 2022 recipients! We’re very excited to do this annually with the generous support of Victor. Learn more and submit here >

2023 Component matching scholarship grant program  

Does your component or charitable foundation offer architecture student scholarships? Get matching grant funding assistance from AIA through the 2023 Component Matching Scholarship Grant Program.  Detailed eligibility criteria apply.

AIA Trustee position for 2024 

The AIA Trust is in search of a candidate interested in serving AIA members and components over a five-year term. If you know of members who might be interested in volunteering their time and expertise to consult over our offerings and help make the AIA Trust the best member benefit it can be please encourage them to apply. Learn more and submit here >

Honors & Awards needs jurors  

Honors & Awards is seeking jurors for our people-based and project-based awards. Please submit your application here. And, as always, several awards are now open for submissions. Visit the Honors & Awards page for more information.

WLS 2023 call for proposals open 

Women’s Leadership Summit (WLS) is coming to Boston, September 14-16, 2023, and is looking for fresh, inspiring, and empowering content. This premier event brings together the industry’s largest network of diverse women who are breaking down barriers, making themselves visible, and manifesting the careers they want—while making a difference in the world. The call for proposals is open! Submissions are due by April 7, 2023. Learn more and submit here >

Webinars

AIAU webinar: Help firms embrace climate action  

Join us for an upcoming webinar So You Want to Build a Climate-Minded Architectural Practice on March 28 at 12pm ET. Hear from key sustainability and climate professionals in the industry as they take us through AIA's Climate Action Business Playbook and its strategies for transforming practice and integrating climate action in the design process. Learn more and register here >