Interior Architects Diversity in Design Scholarship for Minority Students with Prizes Worth of $10.000

IA Interior Architects established the IA Interior Architects Diversity in Design Scholarship in partnership with the IIDA Foundation to support and elevate minority students that represent diverse voices in interior design, with the goal of increasing representation and equity of thought and practice across the industry. A diverse design community drives innovation and inclusion by incorporating varying experiences, voices, and ideas, and as a key part of the future of design, minority students should be a major force pushing the industry towards more diverse and inclusive workplaces.

Six (6) total scholarships will be awarded: one $5,000 scholarship, one $3,000 scholarship, and four $500 scholarships. Graduate and undergraduate minority students who are currently enrolled in an interior design or architecture programs worldwide are encouraged to apply.

1. This scholarship award is open to minority graduate and undergraduate students who are currently enrolled in an interior design or architecture programs worldwide.
2. For the 2022 essay topic, we're asking minority students to challenge the design industry and education system to make some actual change. In a brief essay of up to 500 words, what actionable steps would you like to see the profession take to make universities and design firms more equitable places, and what changes would have the biggest impact on minority students looking to enter the field?
3. All submissions must be submitted electronically. Each submission must include your essay and entry form with the following information:

• Your name
• IIDA Member ID (if a current IIDA Member)
• Essay title
• Contact information
• Name of the university or school you are currently attending
• Expected degree and graduation date
• Copy of your current school ID
• If any of the above documentation is not included, your application will not be reviewed. Any inclusions other than those requested will be removed from your application.

About IIDA:

IIDA is the commercial interior design association with global reach. We support design professionals, industry affiliates, educators, students, firms, and their clients through our network of 15,000+ members across 58 countries. We advocate for advancement in education, design excellence, legislation, leadership, accreditation, and community outreach to increase the value and understanding of interior design as a profession that enhances business value and positively impacts the health and well-being of people’s lives every day.

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