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Women in Architecture (WIA) Recognition Award

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Registration Closes
Jan 10, 2026

23:59 GMT +0

The Challenge

Have you achieved licensure between December 2024 and December 2025? The Women in Architecture Recognition Award honors one recently licensed woman architect who demonstrates strong leadership skills and a commitment to the growth and advancement of our profession.

The selected recipient receives a $1,000 stipend towards travel and miscellaneous expenses at the AIA Conference on Architecture, which will be held in San Diego, CA, on June 10-13, 2026.

Eligibility
Eligible candidates must have achieved licensure between December 2024 and December of 2025, live in the New York City area, and be a member of the AIA New York Chapter.

How to Enter

  • One essay of not more than 500 words describing your leadership role in the professional community
  • Resume
  • 2 letters of recommendation (from different practices and/or organizations)
  • Proof of licensure
  • Photos to illustrate your leadership commitments and contribution to the professional practice and community (a plus)

Submission Deadline
The submission deadline is noon on January 9, 2026. The entry package must be submitted as one pdf file (max 6MB) to [email protected]

Announcement
The winner is announced during the WIA Annual Holiday Party, this year taking place Thursday, 1/29, 6:30–8:30pm at the Dell Anno Showroom. Register here.

Details

Total Prize Pool
$1,000 stipend towards travel and expenses
Concept Or Built
unknown
Building Type
other
Entry Fee
Free
Currency
USD
Submission Deadline
January 9, 2026
Eligibility
Recently licensed woman architect (Dec 2024 - Dec 2025), NYC resident, AIANY member
Award Announcement
January 29, 2026
Location
New York City, NY