Considering the Needs of Persons with Disabilities as They Relate to Natural and Human Disaster Initiatives

24/04/2026

The needs of persons with disabilities are too often forgotten in our quest to counter the negative effects of climate change.

The needs of persons with disabilities are too often forgotten in our quest to counter the negative effects of climate change.

ACE–UIA Joint Statement on Architectural Design Competitions : A Key Policy Tool Combining Qualitative and Economic Advantages

23/04/2026

On the occasion of the ACE x ARCH-E Conference on Architectural Design Competitions held in Brussels, the Architects’ Council of Europe (ACE) and the International Union of Architects (UIA) issued a joint statement reaffirming the critical role of architectural design competitions (ADCs) in shaping a high-quality built environment.

On the occasion of the ACE x ARCH-E Conference on Architectural Design Competitions held in Brussels, the Architects’ Council of Europe (ACE) and the International Union of Architects (UIA) issued a joint statement reaffirming the critical role of architectural design competitions (ADCs) in shaping a high-quality built environment.

World Book Day 2026

22/04/2026

To mark World Book Day 2026, the UIA presents a selection of recently published books from across its regions.

To mark World Book Day 2026, the UIA presents a selection of recently published books from across its regions.

International Day for Monuments and Sites 2026

18/04/2026

Each year on 18 April, the global heritage community marks the International Day for Monuments and Sites (IDMS), an initiative of ICOMOS that invites professionals, institutions, and communities to reflect on our shared responsibility to protect and preserve cultural heritage.

Each year on 18 April, the global heritage community marks the International Day for Monuments and Sites (IDMS), an initiative of ICOMOS that invites professionals, institutions, and communities to reflect on our shared responsibility to protect and preserve cultural heritage.

2026 UIA Award for Innovation in Architectural Education – Laureates Announced

17/04/2026

The International Union of Architects (UIA) announces the results of the third edition of the UIA Award for Innovation in Architectural Education, organised by the UIA Architectural Education Commission.

The International Union of Architects (UIA) announces the results of the third edition of the UIA Award for Innovation in Architectural Education, organised by the UIA Architectural Education Commission.

Global Award for Sustainable Architecture™ Announces the 2026 Laureates in Istanbul

16/04/2026

The Global Award for Sustainable Architecture™ has announced the laureates of its 19th edition, held under the theme “Architecture Is Transformation.”

The Global Award for Sustainable Architecture™ has announced the laureates of its 19th edition, held under the theme “Architecture Is Transformation.”

International Conference on Natural & Human Disasters 2026 (DR3 Aceh 2026), Banda Aceh, Indonesia from 17–19 April 2026

09/04/2026

DR3 Aceh 2026 is organised by the International Union of Architects (UIA) Natural and Human Disasters Work Programme, in collaboration with the Indonesian Institute of Architects (IAI) and Arcasia Emergency Architects (AEA), supported by the Ministry of Creative Economy of the Republic of Indonesia (EKRAF).

DR3 Aceh 2026 is organised by the International Union of Architects (UIA) Natural and Human Disasters Work Programme, in collaboration with the Indonesian Institute of Architects (IAI) and Arcasia Emergency Architects (AEA), supported by the Ministry of Creative Economy of the Republic of Indonesia (EKRAF).

UIA Live Webinar: Is My City Resilient?

08/04/2026

Cities today face unprecedented challenges—from climate change and rapid urbanisation to growing social inequalities. 

Cities today face unprecedented challenges—from climate change and rapid urbanisation to growing social inequalities. 

World Health Day 2026: Together for Health – Standing with Science

07/04/2026

Each year on 7 April, World Health Day brings global attention to the importance of health and wellbeing for people everywhere. The 2026 theme, “Together for health. Stand with science,” established by the World Health Organization (WHO), calls on governments, institutions, professionals and communities to reaffirm the vital role of scientific evidence, collaboration, and trust in science in advancing global health.

Each year on 7 April, World Health Day brings global attention to the importance of health and wellbeing for people everywhere. The 2026 theme, “Together for health. Stand with science,” established by the World Health Organization (WHO), calls on governments, institutions, professionals and communities to reaffirm the vital role of scientific evidence, collaboration, and trust in science in advancing global health.

Design for Health in Africa

06/04/2026

The International Union of Architects (UIA), through its Public Health Group (PHG) – Region V, invites you to the webinar “Design for Health in Africa,” an online event exploring the role of architecture in improving healthcare environments across the continent.

The International Union of Architects (UIA), through its Public Health Group (PHG) – Region V, invites you to the webinar “Design for Health in Africa,” an online event exploring the role of architecture in improving healthcare environments across the continent.