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May 2, 202507/16/24 — Designing Tomorrow: Advocacy in Action
On July 17th, 2024, the AIANY Emerging New York Architects Committee (ENYA) hosted an engaging discussion focused on advocacy within the architecture profession, spotlighting the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity proposal. The event brought together members of the National Associates Committee (NAC), the Young Architects ForuM (YAF), and other local leaders to explore how architects—especially emerging professionals—can become more actively involved in shaping city policy and development.
Speakers Nicole Vlado Torres, David West, and John Woelfling offered insights into the role architects can play in advancing housing opportunities through thoughtful zoning and planning reforms. The session emphasized advocacy as a vital extension of design.
Emerging New York Architects
The AIANY Emerging New York Architects Committee (ENYA) encourages leadership among emerging architects (licensed 10 years or fewer) and allied professionals in the design and construction industry. We engage NYC’s diverse young professional community with an equally diverse slate of programming that focuses on career development, design excellence, and public outreach. Committee meetings are open to the public, and are held on the third Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm, both virtually and in-person at the Center for Architecture, unless otherwise noted.