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This year, the United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)
will be celebrating four decades of the National Convention
(NATCON). With the growing threats against the profession,
environment, and nation, UAP has responded by calling for unity
and solidarity through the theme, “ONE: Organization-movers.
Nation-builders. Earth-keepers.”
As the Integrated and Professional Organization of Architects
(IAPOA), UAP continuously encourages everyone – architects,
building partners, stakeholders, and the community – to join
hands with the national organization in continuously promoting
our profession, protecting public interest, and preserving the
environment. Let us keep in mind that the success of any local,
regional, area or national endeavour is based on sound leadership,
political will, and teamwork. This is the essence of being ONE.
Consistent with the theme, the Organizing Committee of
NATCON 40 and the Convention on Exhibits (CONEX) has
prepared a promising and productive program for this four-day
national activity. Leaders and visionaries on good governance,
professional practice, and environmental conservation will share
their experiences and expertise. This will be complemented by
seminar tours of various local destinations in the city.
Architects will also be updated with the technological trends
during the three-day CONEX event. Other events will be awarding
of outstanding architect leaders and members in various fields of
UAP service, the elevation of UAP Fellows and its officers, and the
election of officers.
In behalf of the organizers, I invite everyone to be ONE with us
in the celebration of UAP NATCON 40 and CONEX 2014.
Mabuhay ang Arkitektong Pilipino! Mabuhay ang UAP!
RODOLFO R. BONGATO,
UAP
Commission on Convention, Assemblies and Exhibits
Executive Director