Many excellent organizations are working to improve the status of women in the field of architecture. Through conferences, seminars, workshops, and publications, they provide training, networking, and support to help women advance their careers in architecture and related professions. Listed here are a few of the most active architecture organizations for women.
WIA is a committe of the New York Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). The group promotes women architects by providing mentoring and networking opportunities for women in architecture and other fields related to building and construction.
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, this support network for women architects and designers offers a newsletter, networking opportunities, and other resources.
Founded in 1922, the The Association for Women in Architecture is a Los Angeles based organization for students and professionals in architecture and related fields. The organization has several local chapters that offer networking and support.
Founded 30 years ago, Chicago Women in Architecture is an organization for women in architecture and related professions. The group provides networking opportunities and other resources for women.
Founded by 16 women in 1953, the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is now an international association that promotes and supports the advancement and employment of women in the construction industry.
The Society of Women Engineers is a non-profit educational and service organization that works to help women succeed and advance in engineering careers.
Founded in 1998 by architecture students at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the WIA organization provides events and networking opportunities for students at all levels along with professors. The WIA website includes a fascinating
Timeline of Women's Achievements in Architecture.
