Members of the media can attend the “Safer Schools Through Design” forum at 11 a.m. on March 4.
Austin, Texas – Feb. 13, 2019 – As communities across the country debate how to create safer schools, a policy forum led by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) at SXSW EDU on Monday, March 4 will provide answers on the issue through better school design.
For decades, architects have worked with communities across the country to design safer schools while creating inspiring learning environments.
As part of the “Safer Schools Through Design” panel, AIA and its members will explore how design strategies can help protect students and the public policies that are needed to support safer schools.
The discussion will include lead architect for the new Sandy Hook Elementary School, Jay Brotman, AIA; school design expert Karina Ruiz, AIA; AIA Chief Lobbyist Jim Brewer; and Condé
Nast journalist Stayton Bonner.
WHAT:
SXSW EDU, “Safer Schools Through Design” Policy Forum
WHEN: 11 a.m., Monday, March 4
WHO: Architects Jay Brotman, AIA, and Karina Ruiz, AIA; Journalist Stayton Bonner; and AIA Chief Lobbyist Jim Brewer
WHERE: Austin Convention Center, Room 12AB, 500 East Cesar Chavez, Austin, Texas 78701
Members of the media registered for SXSW EDU are invited to attend the forum. Interviews with panelists can be scheduled through AIA Sr. Director, Media Strategy, Jessie Cornelius, by calling (202) 626-7302 or emailing.
Visit AIA’s website for more information on designing safer schools.
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Founded in 1857, AIA consistently works to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings, neighborhoods, and communities. Through more than 200 international, state and local chapters, AIA advocates for public policies that promote economic vitality and public wellbeing.
AIA provides members with tools and resources to assist them in their careers and business as well as engaging civic and government leaders and the public to find solutions to pressing issues facing our communities, institutions, nation, and world. Members adhere to a code of ethics and conduct to ensure the highest professional standards.