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SUMMARY:The AIA Equity in Architecture Committee is Proud to Present Breaking Barriers: Navigating Architecture as an Immigrant and Woman of Color
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesDescription\nAIA NJ Equity in Architecture Chair Stacey Ruhle Kliesch\, AIA\, sits down with Sameedha Mahajan\, AIA\, an architect and urban designer at HDR\, currently involved in critical infrastructure projects and aviation architecture in the USA. As a graduate of KRVIA\, India\, and Carnegie Mellon University\, Pittsburgh\, her journey as a first-generation immigrant and a woman of color in the male-dominated Architecture-Engineering-Construction industry has been both challenging and rewarding. Recently\, Sameedha was honored to receive the O-1 visa\, which is awarded to professionals for extraordinary ability in their fields. Having walked this path alone\, she is deeply committed to sharing my experiences with students and young professionals – particularly minorities and immigrants – embarking on their journeys in architecture and design. \nDuring this interesting discussion\, Ms. Mahajan will share her advice on career development strategies\, industry challenges\, and opportunities within the architecture profession. Drawing from her experience in critical infrastructure and aviation projects and her journey as a first-generation immigrant and O-1 visa recipient\, Sameedha will provide insights on navigating career transitions and fostering diversity within the field. The session will offer practical guidance and inspiration for architects seeking to broaden their career impact and support underrepresented voices in the industry. \nTopics will include: \n• Transitioning from academia to industry\n• Securing jobs and sponsorship as an immigrant student\n• Thriving in high-impact fields like aviation\, healthcare\, and sustainable design\n• Building resilience in a competitive industry \nLearning Objectives: \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \nIdentify strategies for career advancement and professional growth within the architecture industry.\nExamine pathways for navigating immigration challenges in the U.S. architectural job market.\nDiscuss the impact of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) on practice within the AEC industry.\nExplore opportunities in high-impact fields such as aviation and healthcare and their role in shaping future architectural practice.\nApply key takeaways to foster mentorship and advocacy for underrepresented groups in architecture.
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LOCATION:new jersey
CATEGORIES:Diversity & Equity,wia
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ORGANIZER;CN="Stacey Kliesch":MAILTO:Staceykliesch@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:ALNNJ March Meeting: The Value of Partnering with a Professional Architecture Photographer
DESCRIPTION:Reading Time:   2 minutesJoin us at Ridgewood Library on TUESDAY\, March 18 from 6:00 – 9:00 PM for an insightful presentation by Andy Ryan on The Value of Partnering with a Professional Architecture Photographer. This discussion will highlight the long-term benefits of working with a photographer who understands and values your firm’s unique design. \nAgenda \n6 – 7:00 PM: Social hour\n7:00 PM – Dinner followed by presentation \nCourse Description (1 LU) \nThis discussion goes beyond simply capturing images—it explores the long-term value of architectural photography in shaping a firm’s visual identity. Participants will gain insight into the importance of partnering with a photographer who deeply understands and appreciates their firm’s unique design philosophy. The session will highlight the benefits of working with a photographer who invests time in learning about each project’s design approach and collaborates to craft a cohesive and compelling visual narrative across the firm’s portfolio. \nSpeaker \nAndy Ryan is an architectural & interior photographer based in New York. He’s a trusted creative partner for clients in the architecture\, interior design\, home product and décor\, and travel and hospitality industries. His images have been featured in Architectural Digest/Clever\, Domino\, Country Living\, Forbes\, The New York Times\, LA Times & more. \nKnown for his attention to detail\, eye for composition\, and expert use of natural and supplementary light\, Andy is committed to bringing his clients’ designs from concept to ideation to completion. Whether photographing a newly designed commercial space for an architecture firm\, an editorial feature for an interior designer\, or furniture and home products\, he is intent on telling unique visual stories that authentically represent the design objective and brand narrative. \nHe is available for commission throughout the Northeast and beyond. You may view his website https://www.andyryanphotographer.com/ or follow him on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/andyryanphotographer/ and LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/andymryan/. \nEvent Image Photo by Andy Ryan Photographer / https://www.andyryanphotographer.com/
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LOCATION:Ridgewood Library\, 125 N Maple Ave\, Ridgewood\, NJ\, 07450\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Robert Epstein":MAILTO:repstein@alnnj.org
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