Advocates for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual, plus other sexual and gender marginalized communities within the architecture profession.

Encourages membership, participation, and leadership in the AIANY Chapter among young architects (licensed 10 years or less) and emerging professionals in the fields of design and construction.

Works with agencies to review proposed changes to the Zoning Resolution and examines urban design issues.

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

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

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.