WHO: The American Institute of Architects Diversity Recognition Program

WHAT: The program seeks exemplary efforts to diversify the architecture profession. The jury will select up to 12 submissions each year as diversity best practices meriting the following recognition:

• Presentation of certificate at AIA National Convention
• Profiles in AIArchitect and on the AIA Diversity Web page
• Inclusion in the AIA Best Practices library on the Architect’s Knowledge Resource and aia.org
• Acknowledgment at AIA National Convention events, including the GLBT Reception, Minority Fellows Reception, and the Women in Architecture Dinner

For more information on the program: Call for Submissions

WHEN: The AIA must receive all submissions by September 16, 2009

HOW: Electronic submissions should be sent to diversity@aia.org. All proposals also must include a signed release form.

CONTACT: Yvette Morris 202-626-7352, ymorris@aia.org

About The American Institute of Architects
For over 150 years, members of the American Institute of Architects have worked with each other and their communities to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings and cityscapes. By using sustainable design practices, materials, and techniques, AIA architects are uniquely poised to provide the leadership and guidance needed to provide solutions to address climate change. AIA architects walk the walk on sustainable design. Visit www.aia.org/walkthewalk.