The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Architects Foundation announced 20 recipients of the 2025 AIA Emerging Professional Grant, awarding them complimentary registration to attend the AIA Conference on Architecture and Design, taking place June 4–7, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts.

Launched in 2024, the AIA Emerging Professional Grant program has doubled in scope in its second year – expanding from 10 to 20 recipients in 2025. 

The Emerging Professional Grant supports early-career architects by giving them access to the profession’s premier annual event. This initiative highlights individuals who are helping to shape the future of architecture and drive conversations around equity, climate action, design innovation, workplace culture, and leadership.

Each recipient will receive a complimentary full conference registration, along with exclusive benefits tailored to enhance their professional growth. These include:

·       Access to select conference events and programming

·       Career development resources provided at the AIA25 NextGen Lounge

·       ARE study resources from Amber Book

·       Opportunities to connect with AIA leadership and other grant recipients

·       Recognition as ambassadors for the AIA25 NextGen Lounge and emerging professional community

·       Dedicated guidance to navigate the event experience

This grant cohort represents a vibrant and diverse group of individuals who bring fresh ideas and critical perspectives to the challenges facing architecture today. As ambassadors for the emerging professional audience, they will help shape conversations around the future of the profession at AIA25.

The AIA and the Architects Foundation remain committed to creating pathways for the next generation of architects and leaders to thrive.

 Heidi Abrahamsen, Assoc. AIA, LEED AP BD+C
 Logan Christensen, Assoc. AIA
 Rashi Sonsakia, Assoc. AIA
 Joseph McMurchie, Assoc. AIA, LEED Green Associate
 Cheryl Dixon, Assoc. AIA, NOMA
 Sarah Vala, Assoc. AIA
 Beyza Kastan, Assoc. AIA
 Maura Flaherty, Assoc. AIA
 Pratiksha Achari, Assoc. AIA, LEED Green Associate
 Sheetal Voral, Assoc. AIA, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP
 Madou Mahoro, Assoc. AIA
 Rosa Manzo, Assoc. AIA
 Muhammad Tijani Abubakar, Assoc. AIA
 Emmanuel Vargas, Assoc. AIA, AIT
 Sebastián Jose Feliciano García, Assoc. AIA, AIT
 Vatsal Patel, Assoc. AIA
 Tooba Jalal, Assoc. AIA
 Aida Ayuk, Assoc. AIA
 Nguyen Duong, Assoc. AIA
 Ricard Charles, Assoc. AIA
 
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