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Membership thru its “ Bring back a UAP Member ” which is now taken cared of by the Committee on Membership , the Allied Profession and Fields which is taken cared of by its own Committee and the Coordination with the OAA ’ s – Other Associations of Architects .
After the Consultations which was evaluated last August 31 , 2016 , the Committee on Unification focusses on just ONE NOBLE TASK – To Cater to the Ultimate UNIFICATION OF THE PRESENT ARCHITECTURAL ORGANIZATIONS such as AAFed ( Architecture Advocacy Federation ), AAIF ( Architecture Advocacy International Foundation ) PIA ( Philippine Institute of Architects ), UAP ( United Architects of the Philippines ), and SoMA ( Society of Moro Architects ).
Its Revised MISSION STATEMENT as of September 1 , 2016 after the Consultation Period states as : “ To institutionalize the function of the Committee in organizing and conducting activities on the interaction of all OAA ’ s – Other Association of Architects of varying affiliation , in the fields of education , profession , legal , and environment , as well as social and historical events , all directed towards the ultimate vision of a truly and genuinely Unified Architects for the Love and Protection of the Architecture Profession .”
The committee would like to thank some members of the College of Fellows for us to structure good welcoming statement for the MISSION to soften the acceptance because of the impression of the members that : “ There will never be true unification when the main objective and the terms of the unification is to make other parties agree to the views and beliefs of the party offering unity ”, as stated by one OAA leader .
The essence of the UNIFICATION shall be seen on ARCHITECTS celebrating TOGETHER International , National and Local Chapter ’ s activities with a common Goal of harmonious relationship regardless
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In the clear VISION that we in the UAP and its UAP Members , recognizes PIA and its PIA Members , the AAIF and its AAIF Members , the AAFed and its AAFed members , the SoMA and its SoMA members . These OAA ’ s remains their Identity and Legal Status while , what the UNIFICA- TION shall do is to identify what is COMMON in our goals as ARCHITECTS and we shall work for it for the GOOD OF THE PROFESSION regardless of Affiliations .
At present , common concern to all ARCHITECTS in this country is our fight for Illegal Practitioners and our right to be the Sole Signatory to our Architectural Plans among others . Sensitivity on the Global and environmental issues calls for the cooperation of Emergency and Resiliency ARCHITECTS .
Thus in the essence of equality and purpose of UNIFICATION for all ARCHITECTS , speak with one voice and tackle challenges as one solid organization . The threats to our profession are many , including those from so-called allies or partners in the construction industry . Divided , we shall be vulnerable . United , we will grow stronger and shall persevere .
But even then , we must also forge unity with our Allied Professional partners in the construction Industry . We need to re-discuss , understand and define clearly our specific and respective roles in as far as building design and construction is concerned .
The UAP National Board of Directors have passed recently a Resolution urging Professional Regulation Commission to exercise its full powers and mandate to clearly define the roles of architects civil engineers , interior designers and all others in the constructions industry as to avoid overlapping of professional services , which the PRC has been doing lately . As a governing body whom primary function is to regulate the practice of all professions in the country , I believe they can do something about it .
For the protection of licensed architects and enhance our professional standing in the country , we will continue to push for the full implementation of RA 9266 or the Architecture Law , which has long been facing rough sailing , obviously because of too much politics in our system .
UAP NP Hisancha installing a Recognition to Arch Greg Timbol , the Founder and President of AAIF
I have met lots of Local Governments Units chief executive officers in the exercise of my duties during UAP induction around the country from Congressmen , Governors , Vice Governors , Provincial Board Members , Mayors , and others requesting them to implement RA 9266 in their respective areas . These drew their commitments and expressed support .
the UNIFICATION COMMITTEE shall stand “ neutral ” and shall serve as the UAP ENVOY , MEDIATOR AND LIASON between UAP and the OAA ’ s . It must be of a solid understanding that the Committee on Unification must be fully accepted and embraced first by its home members – the UAP Members , before it goes out opening its doors to OAA ’ S – Other Associations of Architects .
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“ In unity there is strength . That might seem , like an over-used cliché . But in the profession of architects , we need to dismantle the walls that have been erected , that keeps us from being united .”
We have also passed resolutions addressed to DILG Secretary Ismael Sueno to direct all LGU ’ s Local Chief Executives to implement the full implementation of RA 9266 . Also same resolutions to DPWH Sec . Manny Villar , and Office of the Building Officials ( OBO ) around the country .
I requested past National President Ar . Boy Roldan and he gladly accepted to spearhead the Special Committee on RA 9266 , and to aggressively work for it and to do whatever it takes to push for its full implementation .
Hopefully , this governing law , once in full force and effect , will give all architects the respect and recognition that are due to us , as a profession , both in the letter and spirit of the law .
And this goal will also gain momentum , hopefully with the passage and approval of the Architectural Code , and the implementation and inclusion of Architectural permit , as an integral part and major requirement for applications of Building Permits . Past National Presidents Ar . Dinky Florentino and Ar . Beth Regala will co-chair the Special
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As per UAP NP Guimo Hisancha – We , belonging to the Committee on Unification are AMBASSADORS and AMBASSADRESS in sharing to everyone - our NOBLE PURPOSE OF UNITY . May this DREAM be contagious and WE , ARCHITECTS shall make it COME TRUE to the fullest .
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Code , and to study and finally submit for its implementation as a way of pushing for implementation of the Architectural Permits in our applications for Building Permits , to be exclusively and only signed by a registered and licensed architect in the country .
This administration has gained lots of support from members and I believe that will be the key for our expected output and success .
ACCOUNTABILITY I wish to underscore the need for ACCOUNTABILITY .
I want to make sure , that all our organizational decisions and transactions , shall be transparent to everybody . As an organization , we are indeed accountable to the general membership .
We shall be transparent to report our financial standing , the annual dues of our members , and the revenues we received and the expenses we disbursed . We will make use of our website to communicate all concerns to the general membership , keeping them informed each and every step of the way .
UAP Facebook Keeping You Posted of our Secretary General Ar . Rene Heray gives daily news , updates and information on what ’ s happening within the UAP .
The Professional Regulation Commission also recently approved guidelines for Standards of Professional Practice compliances on Methods of Compensation and Schedule of Fees . Thanks to our colleagues who collectively worked for this .
It is my hope that our programs and activities will encourage inactive members to go back to the folds and mainstream of the UAP and join us in the exciting programs and projects we plan to undertake .
PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE To be continued on Page 22
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