Statement on Student Loan Forgiveness

{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[["b"],["a",["href","https:\/\/www.aia.org\/press-releases\/6573858-aia-study-examines-impact-of-student-debt-"]],["a",["href","https:\/\/www.aia.org\/press-releases\/6580303-aia-praises-legislation-bolstering-retirem"]],["strong"]],"sections":[[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Washington - June 30, 2023 - "],[0,[],0,"The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is concerned that the Supreme Court\u2019s ruling on student loan forgiveness in Biden v. Nebraska will create an inequitable financial burden for many of our members. It will likely make it even harder for those from economically challenged backgrounds to become architects and design professionals and may even force others to leave the profession for financial reasons. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"To become an architect, it takes on average 13 years to complete the path to licensure, and "],[0,[1],1,"through AIA\u2019s own research"],[0,[],0," of its membership\u2019s student debt, it is clear student loan debt disproportionately impacts people differently based on age, race and gender. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The AIA believes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging enriches not only architects and design professionals, but also the entire world through the built environment they design. Protecting the health, safety and welfare of the public is vital to the role that architects play in shaping our collective future. The AIA is committed to supporting a diverse profession that reflects the communities being served. Thus, equitable access to the profession is essential. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The AIA will continue to work with other similar organizations like the American Bar Association and American Medical Association, advocating not just for student loan forgiveness, but also to lower the overall cost of attending our nation\u2019s colleges and universities."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Further, the AIA continues to support other forms of tuition assistance "],[0,[2],1,"programs or debt repayment"],[0,[],0," options available today and in the future. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"About AIA"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Founded in 1857, AIA consistently works\nto create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings,\nneighborhoods, and communities. Through more than 200 international, state, and\nlocal chapters, AIA advocates for public policies that promote economic\nvitality and public well-being."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"AIA\nprovides members with tools and resources to assist them in their careers and\nbusiness as well as engaging civic and government leaders and the public to\nfind solutions to pressing issues facing our communities, institutions, nation,\nand world. Members adhere to a code of ethics and conduct to ensure the highest\nprofessional standards."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[3],1,"Contact"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Tim Trudell "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"202-626-7510"]]]]}