Architects collaborate with colleagues, consultants, clients, and community stakeholders whose perspectives shape project decisions and outcomes. Yet not all voices are equally heard—professionals from marginalized identity groups, including women, BIPOC individuals, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people with disabilities, often face barriers to recognition, advancement, or meaningful engagement.
This course introduces allyship in architectural practice, showing how architects can use their influence to foster equitable participation in project teams and stakeholder engagement processes. You’ll explore actionable strategies such as expanding opportunities for underrepresented colleagues, addressing biased or dismissive behavior, and amplifying diverse perspectives during project discussions.
Inclusive collaboration brings broader ideas, lived experiences, and innovative approaches, strengthening design outcomes and better aligning projects with client and community goals. You’ll reflect on current practices and leave with strategies to support diversity, equity, and inclusion in architectural workflows.
Define allyship within architectural practice and professional environments.
Analyze team dynamics that may limit participation for marginalized identity groups.
Identify opportunities to support equitable participation in project teams and stakeholder engagement processes.
Apply allyship strategies to advocate for inclusive project discussions.