A forum dedicated to increasing public awareness of the needs of the elderly in an urban environment, and to exploring issues which educate professionals to develop designs which accommodate those needs.

Seeks to map new ground for novel collaborations with practitioners and researchers in the social sciences.

Supports empowerment of women in the architecture profession through examples and achievements.

A forum to explore and exchange ideas and to meet the challenges of planning and designing cultural facilities.

Helps architects develop an expertise on sustainable design and building technology issues.

Focuses on planning, architectural design, technical, and policy issues related to transportation and infrastructure, including systems and civic facilities to accommodate marine, aviation, and land-based transit, as well as energy, water and waste distribution networks.