AIA New York and nycoba|NOMA are now accepting applications for the 2022 AIANY Civic Leadership Program (CLP). CLP focuses on developing skills that benefit designers interested in public service and community engagement, as well as architects who may one day consider a career in elected office.
During the course of the program, ten selected participants will hone their engagement skills via a series of workshops, activities, and events. The program consists of five participant-led development sessions, additional team-building and skills-building sessions, and two public events, all of which contribute to building a framework for engaging with the public realm. The self-led development sessions are researched and planned in partnership by a pair of participants on a topic of their choosing, allowing them to dive deep into one aspect of civic engagement. Session topics may include public interest design, land use and public space, community engagement and relations, public development and infrastructure, and sustainability and resilience. Participants will also be required to plan one of two public-facing events.
After completion of this program, CLP cohorts will have:
Cultivated their leadership skills
Developed facilitation and collaboration skills for working with communities that architects, designers, and planners serve
Gained awareness of civic issues in NYC and ways to get involved
Met and engaged with local political leaders
The deadline to submit applications is Monday, April 25, 2022. CLP is committed to broadening equity, diversity, and inclusion to create a stronger profession. The application is open to all design professionals who have graduated; however, accepted participants must be AIA, Associate AIA, and/or nycoba|NOMA members at the start of the program.
AIANY will host two information sessions for members interested in learning more about applying to the Civic Leadership Program:
Morning Session, Friday, March 18, 9:00 – 9:45 am
Afternoon Session, Tuesday, April 5, 5:00 – 5:45 pm
CLP will culminate with two public events hosted at the Center for Architecture on Thursday, November 3 and Thursday, December 1, 2022.
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About AIA New York
AIA New York is the oldest and largest chapter of the American Institute of Architects with more than 5,500 architect, allied professional, and student members. AIANY is dedicated to three goals: design excellence, public outreach and professional development. www.aiany.org
About nycoba|NOMA
nycoba|NOMA's mission is to advance the influential voices and promote the quality and excellence of minority design professionals.