The RAIA represents the profession on relevant professional organisations which make important contributions to public policy, including; the Australian Council of Building Design Professions; the Australian Council of Professions; Standards Association of Australia; and the Australian Copyright Council.

The Royal Australian Institute of Architects is a national organisation which has many members based overseas. The RAIA contributes globally through strategic formal representation on the International Union of Architects and informal contacts with equivalent bodies, particularly in Asia.

Through joint course accreditation arrangements with the Architects Registration Boards, the RAIA has a major influence on standards of architectural education.

Mission Statement

The RAIA shall unite architects to advance architecture



The RAIA is committed to informing its members on all major issues affecting the profession and providing access to leading edge architectural practice, knowledge, research and development.

The Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA) exists to:

• advance the interests of members, their professional standards and contemporary practice, and
  
• expand and advocate the value of architects and architecture to the sustainable growth of our community, economy and culture.
  

The RAIA is a national body consisting of almost 10,000 members across Australia and overseas. The Institute was formed in 1930 when state architectural Institutes combined to form a unified national association