AIA Michigan works to enhance the architect’s position as the leader of the building team and designer of the built environment. This mission is achieved through: Public Advocacy – developing and disseminating policies that enhance the natural and built environment and by influencing legislation and regulatory policies that improves the effectiveness of the profession. Education – of the public to the value of the profession; education of members to a higher standard of practice; and education of students to the changing needs of the profession. Fellowship – through activities that promote interaction between the members and allied professionals.