AIA Advocacy at CHCI LC 2023

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Our goal is to increase the visibility and opportunities for Hispanic architects to ensure the profession is as diverse as the nation we serve."]]],[1,"h3",[[0,[],0,"Increasing visibility \u0026 opportunities"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Better outcomes and forward-thinking change result from opening a dialogue with young professional leaders. AIA\u2019s presence at the 2023 Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute Leadership Conference is one step toward our goal of improving the recognition and equity of Hispanic architects. 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