Women in Architecture
Our Mission
The Mission of the AIA New Jersey Women in Architecture Committee is to champion the role of women in the architectural realm by cultivating a vibrant community, fostering fellowship, advancing educational initiatives, and conducting outreach efforts. We strive to promote, validate, and illuminate the invaluable contributions of women within the architectural field.We strive to:
- Raise awareness about women’s impactful contributions to the built environment and promote cultural understanding.
- Create a networking hub that celebrates and supports the achievements of women in the field.
- Lead efforts to increase diversity by actively advocating for women’s advancement into leadership roles.
- Serve as a vocal advocate for addressing and resolving issues that affect women within the profession.
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News
Foundations: Josie A. Coleman, AIA, LEED AP, Shares Her Story
Josie and her daughter at El Morro, Old San Juan PR, 2012.
Foundations: AIA NJ Strategic Councilor Libertad Lauren Harris, AIA, Shares Her Story
Why I Decided to Become an Architect I was eleven years old when architecture first captured my imagination. My mother was a big fan of the movie Sommersby, with Richard Gere, so our family vacation was to the town that served as the set for the movie. We stumbled...
AIA New Jersey President Jessica O’Donnell, FAIA, Elected to AIA National Board
As AIA-NJ President Jessica O'Donnell, FAIA, NCARB, completes her term at the end of the year, she will begin her new role as 2027-2029 At-Large Director to the AIA National Board, elected by the Strategic Council. The AIA Board of Directors is the top governing and...