WHAT: The American Institute of Architects (AIA) will host an event, "Embracing Our Differences, Changing the World," on Tuesday, Feb. 26 in Washington, DC that will explore the imperative of expanding diversity in the architecture profession.
During the program, 2019 AIA President William Bates, FAIA, and the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) President Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, will discuss the programs and initiatives their respective organizations are pursuing to make the architecture profession more diverse and welcoming. The panel will also focus on why equity, diversity and inclusion strengthen chapters, firms and communities.
Members of the media that plan to attend must contact AIA Sr. Director, Media Strategy
Jessie Cornelius.
WHO: 2019 AIA President William Bates, FAIA; NOMA President Kimberly Dowdell, AIA; and the National Museum of African American History and Culture Curator Michelle Joan Wilkinson, PhD (moderator).
WHEN: 6:30-8 p.m. EST, Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019
WHERE:
District Architecture Center, 421 7th St., NW, Washington, DC 20004
Visit AIA’s website for more information on the
Institute’s equity, diversity and inclusion efforts.
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CONTACT
Jessie Cornelius
(202) 626 7302
Jessie Cornelius
(202) 626 7302
ABOUT AIA
Founded in 1857, AIA consistently works to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings, neighborhoods, and communities. Through more than 200 international, state and local chapters, AIA advocates for public policies that promote economic vitality and public wellbeing.
AIA provides members with tools and resources to assist them in their careers and business as well as engaging civic and government leaders and the public to find solutions to pressing issues facing our communities, institutions, nation, and world. Members adhere to a code of ethics and conduct to ensure the highest professional standards.
