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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Upcoming Events
News
A Night Out with Authors Arent and Pacheco!
The AIA New Jersey Equity in Architecture Committee is excited to share the news that AIA New Jersey Members Elizabeth Pacheco, AIA, and Angelica Arent, AIA, have co-authored a NEW BOOK! "Built By Her: Stories of Remarkable Latinas in Architecture" is launching soon...
AIA New Jersey Equity in Architecture Chair Featured on NY Build 2026 Panel
The founder and chair of the American Institute of Architects Equity in Architecture Committee, Stacey Ruhle Kliesch, AIA, is participating as a panelist at the 2026 New York Build Expo on March 18 at the Javits Center in New York City. "Hear From the Leaders Driving...
AIA New Jersey Women in Architecture Featured Presenters at New York Build 2026!
The current and two past AIA NJ Women in Architecture chairs will be live at New York Build 2026 to present an exciting new workshop, "Resilience is your Superpower: Being Human in Uncertain Times." Presenters Erin Sharp-Newton, M.Arch, Associate AIA, Chair, AIA NJ...