This Web site contains the latest information on volunteer opportunities for regional YAF positions. 

YAF Regional Liaisons
YAF regional liaisons work with their counterparts, the College of Fellows regional representatives and the National Associates Committee (NAC) regional associate directors. YAF regional liaisons are responsible for gathering information about issues facing young architects within their geographic areas and disseminating information about national/regional activities and resources for use on the local level. Of equal importance, YAF regional liaisons serve as an important link between young architects and the national organization. Architects who have been licensed for ten years or fewer are eligible for this is a two-year term with the opportunity to re-apply once for a maximum of 4 years of experience.

Regional Liaison positions available January 1, 2009 (2 year term):

• California South
• Central States
• Gulf States
• Michigan
• New England
• New Jersey
• New York
• Pennsylvania
• South Atlantic

Regional Liaison positions currently vacant (term ends December 31, 2009):

• California North

Applicants for open Regional Liaison positions are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. The deadline for positions availible Janurary 1, 2009 is November 30, 2008.  Applications should include:

• Applicant Letter of Interest: one page maximum describing applicant's interest in the position.
• Back-up materials: five 8-1/2x11 pages maximum, including applicant's resume at a minimum
• One letter of recommendation from current YAF regional liaison or local/state component leader; 2 other optional.

Application materials should be emailed to the yaf@aia.org. For questions, e-mail Jaclyn at jaclyntoole@aia.org.   

YAF Regional Liaison Expectations

1. Maintain quarterly communication with all YAF chapters within designated region.
2. Report to assigned YAF AdCom member with regional updates quarterly.
3. Serve as a conduit between local YAF chapters and the National YAF AdCom. Disseminate and collect information to local chapters as requested.
4. Submit an annual regional report four weeks prior to annual AIA Convention.
5. Participate in annual YAF Strategic Planning Event for YAF AdCom and Regional Liaisons at AIA Grassroots in Washington DC (registration is paid and a small stipend will be provided).
6. Communicate with Regional COF and NAC representatives quarterly about how to work together to support each other’s efforts.