I am at my first official face-to-face Diversity and Inclusion meeting since I was appointed, and I am amazed at the talent surrounding me. It includes the VP of AIA, a couple of FAIA’s, a PhD, and a Hunt Fellow. As one of two Associate AIA members, I am the youngest and least experienced of the group; an intimidating group that seems like it has the potential of ringing me out to dry. My anxiety kicks in as we gather together for the morning session, and questions of doubt begin to surface.
While eating scrambled eggs, bacon, and Cuban bread, ...