Cities and communities are increasingly the level of government where scalable change and policy innovation happen.
In response, the Advocacy Committee identifies, explores and advocates for issues that impact the built environment in southwestern PA. The group is both a local version for the type of advocacy that happens in Harrisburg, and a more homegrown effort, building relationships and fostering partnerships with local legislators, the Mayor’s Office, community development groups, institutions, and media outlets, among others.
AIA Pittsburgh’s Advocacy Committee has established the following 2026 goals:
- Strengthen Relationships: Continue communication, build trust, and demonstrate value with regional, city government, regulatory agencies, and others to advocate on behalf of the architecture community.
- Connect with Communities: Support the design of systems that work equitably for cities and regions. Identify and collaborate with local and national program opportunities, like the Pittsburgh Architecture Foundation.
- Grow Advocacy Committee Impacts: Increase participation in and awareness of the committee’s initiatives and enhance visibility of architects in the community.
The Advocacy Committee meets the second Friday of each month at noon.
