Embracing Diversity, Unlocking Value, Shaping Places

 

YOU CAN'T BE WHAT YOU CAN'T SEE

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YOU CAN'T BE WHAT YOU CAN'T SEE 〰️


“Clearly, we needed to give greater visibility and appreciation to women and underrepresented architects and other construction professionals so that real diversity can be acknowledged, celebrated and discussed. Hence Let’s Build!”

-Annette Amanda Oyèkúnlé Fisher, Founder and Chair


Announcements

WE’RE EXPANDING!

Let’s Build is becoming an umbrella organisation with a focus on events, education, and community-building.

Our divisions will include:

Events

Academy

Memberships

Housing Programme

Learn more here

Let’s Build Academy Memberships

We're excited to introduce Let’s Build Academy! A programme to help RIBA part 1, 2 and 3 students from underrepresented backgrounds get introductions to paid work placements. If you’re a student looking for a placement or a practice looking to support talented students from underrepresented backgrounds, get in touch to find out more!CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

We're excited to introduce Let’s Build Academy! A membership programme to help graduates/ candidates from underrepresented backgrounds get access to Corporates for work placements in the construction industry.

If you’re a graduate/candidate looking for a placement or a company looking to support talented candidates from underrepresented backgrounds, join us now and find out more!

Learn more about Stephani’s story, join now and book a group session…..

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Make a contribution

These online events were free for all our audience since 2019. From June 2021 we ask our attendees to pay £15 per ticket to support our events: it’s still free for RIBA members, over 65’s and students only. You can also make a contribution here online.



“Architecture is by its very definition an inclusive profession, designing for all people. This really can only be enriched in a diverse and open environment”

- Armstrong Yakubu, Foster and Partners


Our committee members represent a variety of outstanding practices and organisations.

We would also like to give a special and sincere thank you to the charities and companies that have supported us.

 
 

“Our profession needs to focus more on social mobility - creating equal opportunities for all aspiring architects regardless of one's family or societal background”

- Femi Oresanya, HOK London


Our Sponsors

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A big thank you to our sponsors for their continued support and we look forward to working with them in the future. If you would like to offer your support and become a sponsor please get in touch!