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Architects are uniquely suited to advocate for more livable
communities. They are trained to solve problems, make ideas
visible, and synthesize fragmented parts into a coherent whole, all
within the context of the built environment. The resources
available here can help you focus your advocacy efforts.
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How
Architects Can Become Advocates for Livable Communities,
published February 2005.
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How Architects
Can Become Advocates for Livable
Communities This new advocacy
guide offers architects the tools they will need
to advocate for livable communities. It includes testimonials
from AIA members, talking points on livability issues and other
resources architects can use to become leaders in their
communities.
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AIA Member
Testimonials
These testimonials convey the many ways that AIA members, much like
yourself, have become advocates in their communities.
Believe in Bristol, Peyton Boyd,
AIA
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Grassroots Effort Spurs Citywide Revitalization, Sandra
Dennehy, AIA
From Disaster Recovery to Public
Office, Charles Harper, FAIA
A Journey of Transformation, Kenneth
Jay Hirsch, AIA
Redefining Success, Mark McConnel,
AIA
One Architect's Journey, Robert
Meckfessel, AIA
A Component Guides a City's Vision,
Richard Morgan, AIA
Plan a Hobby, Celeste Novak,
AIA
Why Become an Advocate?, E. Crichton
“Kite” Singleton, FAIA
An Architecture of Engagement, Harris
M. Steinberg, AIA
Much at Stake, an interview with
Peter Steinbrueck, AIA
Becoming an Advocate for Livable
Communities, Michael Stepner, FAIA
More Advocacy
Resources
AIA Public Policies PDF
AIA Guidelines for Advocacy PDF
Ten Reasons to Lobby Your Cause PDF
Media and Communications Tools
AIA Center for Communities by Design
Resources
AIA Government Advocacy Home
For more on advocacy and your community, you can
contact the AIA Center for Communities by Design at communitiesbydesign@aia.org or AIA
Government Advocacy at govaffs@aia.org.
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