Joint Statement on the Supreme Court’s Decision Regarding Race-Conscious Admissions

{"version":"0.3.0","atoms":[],"cards":[],"markups":[["strong"],["a",["href","https:\/\/www.aia.org\/resources\/6174491-higher-education"]],["a",["href","https:\/\/www.aias.org\/"]],["a",["href","https:\/\/www.acsa-arch.org\/%C2%A0"]],["a",["href","https:\/\/www.noma.net\/"]],["b"]],"sections":[[1,"p",[[0,[0],1,"Washington \u2013 June 29, 2023"],[0,[],0," \u2013 The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and other allied organizations recognize that even with affirmative action, the number of minorities enrolled in our nation\u2019s colleges and universities is disproportionate to our demographics. By removing these protections, we are concerned that the impact of underrepresentation may worsen outcomes for everyone. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging represent our combined core values. We will continue to advocate for inclusive collegiate admissions because its educational benefits are integral to moving the architecture profession forward. Diverse student perspectives and lived experiences will not only enrich the next generation of architects and design professionals, but also shape our world through the built environment they will design. We are committed to the protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the public, which includes ensuring that our future workforce reflects the population it serves. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Join us in supporting students with programs, legislation and solutions that will address inequity in society and our educational institutions. Please visit "],[0,[1],1,"AIA"],[0,[],0,", "],[0,[2],1,"AIAS"],[0,[],0,", "],[0,[3],1,"ACSA"],[0,[],0,", and "],[0,[4],1,"NOMA"],[0,[],0," for more information on how you can help students. "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The American Institute of Architects (AIA) "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"The American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS)"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[5],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,[0],1,"Contact"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Tim Trudell "]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"202-626-7510"]]]]}