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Advocating for the architecture profession starts with meaningful conversations and engagement with our elected leaders. In the past month, AIA Arizona and its chapters hosted two state legislative forums, bringing architects and state legislators together to discuss issues shaping the future of our communities and the profession. From housing and water to infrastructure and development, these conversations reinforced the importance...

A powerful day for architecture at the Arizona State Capitol. On Tuesday, March 17, in collaboration with NOMA Arizona, AIA Arizona members came together for Architects Advocacy Day—connecting with legislators and advocating for our profession. When architects engage in advocacy, we help shape the policies that impact our practice and reinforce the value of design in shaping the built environment....

On Thursday, February 12, a team of members and staff from AIA Arizona visited the offices of the U.S. Representatives and Senators from our state for the AIA’s annual Hill Day. This included the presidents and presidents-elect of AIA Arizona, AIA Phoenix Metro, and AIA Southern Arizona, who took part in the AIA Leadership Summit that included Hill Day. Overall,...

On Wednesday, February 26, a team of leaders from AIA Arizona, including the presidents and presidents-elect of AIA Phoenix Metro and AIA Southern Arizona chapters, visited the offices of the U.S. Representatives and Senators from our state for the AIA’s annual Hill Day. Overall, more than 400 AIA members met with their members of Congress to advocate for important policies...

On Wednesday, February 12, in collaboration with USGBC and NOMA Arizona, AIA Arizona members joined together at the Arizona State Capitol to participate in representing and advocating for the architecture profession. Scroll down to see images of the day in which AIA attendees met with many state legislators. Learn more about our advocacy efforts here. AIA members met with both Arizona...

2024 AIA Arizona Advocacy Highlights  In 2024, AIA Arizona was very active in advocating for the statewide architecture profession at the state legislature. Our advocacy efforts had a positive impact resulting in the passage of the bill for the continuation of the Arizona Board of Technical Registration (BTR) for 6 years. AIA Arizona leadership was pleased that Governor Katie Hobbs...