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General
Information
 ALA
(The Association of
Licensed Architects) is an organization open to all architects and
professions related to architecture. It represents architects registered
or licensed in any state, territory or possession of the United States,
and foreign countries. ALA is committed to expanding its membership and
professional services.
ALA was founded in the fall of 1999 by a group of architects who
formerly served as Board Members of other Architects’ Associations. In
November of 1999, ALA was joined by ISA (Illinois Society of Architects),
the oldest independent state organization in the country, which brought
valued expertise and historic significance to the Association. Over the
past few years, ALA experienced rapid growth, founded the Illinois and
Wisconsin chapters, had record attendance at its
dynamic programs and made great progress under the leadership of the President,
the Executive Board, and stewardship of the Executive Director. It
continues to charge affordable dues, offer and expand its real services,
and publishes the professional magazine with its superior reputation for
content, technical information and featured member architects.
ALA’s mission is to advance the Architectural Profession through
education and by supporting and improving the profession's role in the
built environment.
ALA's vision is to positively impact the Architectural Profession
through the power of organization. Its purpose is to unite, educate,
promote, and advance the architectural profession and address critical
issues confronting it. ALA will support the efforts of other Associations,
when combined efforts will produce benefits for all.
ALA will work and speak for members of the architectural profession and
improve communication with the community through programs offering
information, education and cooperation. It proposes to advance and
contribute to the general health, safety and welfare of the general public
and believes in stimulating and encouraging continuing education plus the
advancement of the art and science of architecture.
ALA's motto is: "Architects united to advance the Profession of
Architecture."
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Consortium for Design and Construction
ALA is a member of the Consortium for Design and
Construction Careers which is
comprised of colleges, universities, and professional organizations
interested in informing individuals about careers in architecture,
interior design, construction management and landscape architecture.
Colleges from all over the USA are represented. |
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AHEAD Consortium
ALA is the
architectural liaison on the committee monitoring
the reinstatement of the Structural Work Act and other
legislation related to the design and construction profession. |
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PAC (Political Action Committee)
Financial contribution and
support. |
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Illinois Department of Professional Regulation Monitoring
proposed amendments. |
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Universities with Architectural Programs
Dedicated to improving
communication between universities and professionals. Magazines are
donated to school libraries and classes. |
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