News

08/03/2026

International Women’s Day 2026 

On 8 March 2026, the International Union of Architects (UIA) joins the international community in marking International Women’s Day under the United Nations theme, “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls”.

19/02/2026

International Survey on Informal Settlements

The International Union of Architects (UIA), through its Informal Settlements Work Programme, is launching an international survey addressed to architects, academics, policy makers, public authorities, NGOs, civil society actors, and all professionals engaged in the upgrading of informal settlements.

18/02/2026

International Call for Projects

This global call invites architects, built environment practitioners, and practice-based researchers from around the world to submit educational projects and research that demonstrate architectural excellence and meaningful impact.

16/02/2026

Crémaillère

Last Thursday 5 February, the International Union of Architects (UIA) hosted a cocktail (Crèmaillère) at its new headquarters, located at 20 Avenue de l’Opéra in Paris.

15/01/2026

Tribute to Vassilis Sgoutas, UIA Honorary President

The International Union of Architects honours the memory of Vassilis Sgoutas, who passed away on 27 December 2025, and pays tribute to a life of sustained dedication to architecture, to the profession, and to the Union he served for more than four decades.