NATIONAL NEWS AIA Makes Big Move on Climate This month AIA National launched an initiative to drive climate action within the architecture profession. As part of this effort, AIA called on architects around the world to support humanity’s collective call to climate action through a commitment to sustainable and resilient design. The Institute issued a […]
Federal Government: AIA National Tuesday, September 26, 2017 in Uncategorized Comments Off on Federal Government: AIA NationalAIA National maintains a dedicated advocacy team in the DC office to track and draft bills, coordinate with other organizations and mobilize member advocacy. AIA staff advocate for policies that shape smart decisions and encourage innovation; legislation that secures the future of the profession and allows communities to benefit from the value of architecture; and […]
Being an Effective Advocate: A Guide for AIA Seattle Members Tuesday, September 26, 2017 in Public Policy Board Comments Off on Being an Effective Advocate: A Guide for AIA Seattle MembersLegislators look to their constituents to bring information to their attention and to let them know how they want to be represented. Architects can play a key role in public policy debates and decisions on issues important to the built environment. Architects are both respected by policymakers and are looked to for technical knowledge on […]
Champions for Change: AIA Advocacy Opportunities Wednesday, September 20, 2017 in Public Policy Board Comments Off on Champions for Change: AIA Advocacy OpportunitiesOpportunities to Comment ADUs/DADUs Comment on the scope of Seattle’s proposed ADU environmental impact statement, comment period extended to Nov. 16: http://www.seattle.gov/council/adu-eis Opportunities for Action Urban Design Transform downtown Seattle by volunteering your time on the Lid I-5 project Climate Change Join architects across the country in responding to the EPA’s withdrawal of the Obama-era […]
