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.

UIA 179th Council Meeting Held in Mérida, Mexico (UIA Region III)

27/03/2026

The International Union of Architects (UIA) convened its 179th Council Meeting in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico, bringing together council members and representatives from across Region III and beyond. The meeting served as a key platform for strategic dialogue, decision-making, and the advancement of the Union’s global agenda.

The International Union of Architects (UIA) convened its 179th Council Meeting in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico, bringing together council members and representatives from across Region III and beyond. The meeting served as a key platform for strategic dialogue, decision-making, and the advancement of the Union’s global agenda.

Deadline Extended: UIA Atlas of Learning Environments – International Call for Projects

27/03/2026

The International Union of Architects (UIA) has extended the submission deadline for the UIA Atlas of Learning Environments – International Call for Projects, an initiative led by the UIA Educational and Cultural Spaces Work Programme.

The International Union of Architects (UIA) has extended the submission deadline for the UIA Atlas of Learning Environments – International Call for Projects, an initiative led by the UIA Educational and Cultural Spaces Work Programme.

Deadline Extended: International Survey on Informal Settlements

16/03/2026

The International Union of Architects (UIA) has announced an extension of the submission deadline for its International Survey on Informal Settlements. Originally scheduled to close on March 16, 2026, the deadline has now been extended to April 7, 2026, giving participants additional time to contribute.

The International Union of Architects (UIA) has announced an extension of the submission deadline for its International Survey on Informal Settlements. Originally scheduled to close on March 16, 2026, the deadline has now been extended to April 7, 2026, giving participants additional time to contribute.

Urban Regeneration: New Paradigms of Urban Living

23/03/2026

On March 24th, 2026, the Palazzo Rospigliosi Conference Centre in Rome hosts the international conference “New Paradigms of Urban Living: Proximity and Well-being in Cities and Territories”, a key event dedicated to rethinking the future of cities through the lens of urban regeneration.

On March 24th, 2026, the Palazzo Rospigliosi Conference Centre in Rome hosts the international conference “New Paradigms of Urban Living: Proximity and Well-being in Cities and Territories”, a key event dedicated to rethinking the future of cities through the lens of urban regeneration.

Chilean architect Smiljan Radić has been named the laureate of the 2026 Pritzker Architecture Prize, the most prestigious recognition in the field of architecture. The award honours architects whose work […]

On the occasion of International Women’s Day 2026, the UIA highlights and recognises the achievements of talented women architects within its community. To showcase the outstanding contributions of our members, […]