Black Women in Architecture Brunch presented by Noir Design Parti

African American women make up 0.3% of the population of licensed architects in the United States. Generally, these women feel responsible for creating pathways for inclusive representation, for mentoring girls and younger colleagues, and an obligation to advocate design solutions rooted in equity, resilience, and community-centered innovation. This is especially true in Detroit, a city with an African American population of nearly 80%.

For the third consecutive year, Noir Design Parti (NDP) will join the Black Women in Architecture (BWA) Brunch, a national hybrid event (virtual and in-person) with satellite locations hosting simultaneous events in twelve-plus cities across the United States.

For Detroit’s in-person segment, NDP will convene a brunch and interactive discussion among the city’s Black women in architecture, students, and allies for a video recording. Discussions will include career experiences, mentors and mentee relationships, and participants’ visions for inclusive design in Detroit.

There will be paid registration for the Brunch tickets. The interactive discussion will be free to the public.

Noir Design Parti’s partner is the Black Women in Architecture Network.

Get your tickets here!

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