OAA Council has approved the terms of reference for a new Communications & Public Education Committee (CPEC) to provide oversight and advice on public education and outreach activities. It will focus its efforts to advance the public’s understanding and recognition that architecture is integral to the quality of life and well-being of society as experienced through a sustainable, resilient, and durable built environment.

CPEC will conduct an annual audit of the OAA’s existing public education activities, and provide direction on further outreach to engage with the public about the profession and the built environment, the Association’s role as a regulator, best practices for procurement, and other items related to the strategic plan.
Further, CPEC will help direct Council with respect to aspects of the annual Conference, SHIFT Challenge, and Design Excellence and Service Awards. Members will also evaluate submissions to the OAA’s Special Project Funding outreach program and Public Awareness Sponsorship opportunities.

If you are an architect and are interested in putting your name forth for the Committee, send a completed Indication of Interest and your resumé to Erik Missio, Communications Manager, before December 30.