This is an exciting time for RIBA Dorset as we grow the committee and build on our activity in 2024.
At the meeting, you'll meet your new committee and discuss the year ahead - all support and contribution is welcome.
Then you'll be welcome to stay for food and a few friendly games of skittles. RIBA Dorset is kindly contributing of £10 per person towards dinner on the evening.
Agenda
- Welcome from the current Chair
- Announcement of the new RIBA Dorset branch committee
- Update on activities over the previous year
- Financial update
- Discussion topic: what activities would RIBA Members in Dorset like to take part in or learn more about?
- Date of the next meeting and AGM end.
Dinner and skittles will be from 7.30pm onwards for those who would like to stay.
What does RIBA Dorset do?
As a branch of RIBA, RIBA Dorset acts as a local hub for architects and provides a platform for professional development, networking, and advocacy, while also contributing to the promotion of architectural excellence and community engagement.
The activities and functions of RIBA Dorset include:
- networking and community building: Organising events, lectures, and social gatherings to facilitate networking among local architects and professionals in the built environment.
- supporting students and emerging professionals: Traditionally, Branches collaborate with their local schools of architecture, facilitating connections between students, young architects, and established professionals.
- knowledge sharing: Creating platforms for the exchange of ideas, experiences, and knowledge within the local architectural community.
- promoting local architecture: Educating the public about the value of good design and architecture in the community.
- advocacy and representation: Representing the interests of local architects and the architectural profession to local authorities, government bodies, and other relevant stakeholders.
