Why Join the AIA?

The most common question we get from people contemplating joining the AIA is what can the AIA do for me? AIA operates at three levels: National, State and Local.  AIA benefits its members both directly and indirectly.

The AIA benefits Architects directly through the sharing of information and providing access to the largest body of information on the practice of architecture to it’s members.

​The AIA benefits Architects indirectly through advocating at both the state and national levels on issues of vital importance to the profession. This advocacy is responsible for the passage of bills that benefit and protect architects. In addition, the AIA lobbies against the passage of bills that would damage the profession.

Share Knowledge

Be the authoritative source and recognized leaders in knowledge for the profession and practice of architecture.
  • Proactively and aggressively share information about marketplace transformation, sustainability issues and opportunities for architects.
  • Assist the profession by providing tools, resources and best practices to further enhance member expertise.
  • Increase member awareness to engage the organization.
 

 

Advocate & Collaborate

Promote the AIA as the credible voice for design in the built environment.
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  • Meaningfully participate in public deliberation about issues impacting design and construction
  • Provide tools and resources to create a well-informed, public constituency about the value of design
  • Create a network and be a resource to architects in non-traditional practice

Advance

Prepare architects, interns, and students to meet the ever-changing marketplace and challenges of the environment.
  • Expand the conversation regarding project delivery, applying collaborative principles, and identifying emerging technologies
  • Improve the licensure experience for candidates
  • Prepare the profession to respond to trending issues such as changing economic models, globalization of information, changing demographics, and the need for productivity increases in the design and construction industry