EQUITY. DIVERSITY. INCLUSION. JUSTICE.

AIA San Diego is committed to broadening equity, diversity, and inclusion to create a stronger profession

Mission

As part of the global community, the American Institute of Architects champions a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice within the profession of architecture to create a better environment for all.

Achieving and upholding this vision has a direct impact upon the relevance of our profession and the world's prosperity, health, and future.


RESOURCES | for Pre Emerging Professionals

Interested in pursuing architecture? Check out these education programs in our region and read about the education path for our profession!

NCARB: Earn Your Architecture License

PATH TO BECOMING AN ARCHITECT

Local and State Scholarships for High School and College Students

Resources | FOR AEC ProfessionALS

Other Related Committees & Industry Groups in Our Region

ARE Exam Prep | Working on your NCARB or CSE Exams? Don’t do it alone, join our 16 month study group program. Enroll anytime!

WE-A | Formerly WIA, We in Architecture is an AIA knowledge community dedicated to empowering, cultivating, and celebrating the contributions of women and minorities in the design community; WE-A aims to bring more leaders to the table to make measurable progress toward representation in the profession.

SDNOMA | San Diego Chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects

ACE Mentor SD | San Diego Chapter of Architecture, Construction Engineering Program of America

SDAF and BEEP | San Diego Architectural Foundation and Built Environment Education Program

BIPOC studios listed with job openings

A group of architects and designers have created a dynamic Google Docs spreadsheet to highlight design, architecture, engineering or planning studios founded by black, indigenous and people of color (BIPOC) that may have job opportunities.

Professional resources for black designers and architects

If you're looking to join a networking group or expand your community within the profession, consider one of the organizations on this list that have made it their mission to support architects and designers of color.

Articles + Thought Leadership | Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Issues