The purpose of AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts) is to set the national agenda for the role of design in its economic, social, political and cultural contexts. AIGA is the oldest and largest membership association for professionals engaged in the discipline, practice and culture of designing. AIGA was founded in 1914 and now represents more than 16,000 designers through national activities and local programs developed by 47 chapters and more than 150 student groups.
AIGA supports the interests of professionals, educators and students
who are engaged in the process of designing, regardless of where they
are in the arc of their careers. The disciplines represented in the
profession range from book and type design through the traditional
communication design disciplines to the newer disciplines of interaction
design, experience design and motion graphics.
AIGA serves as a hub of thought-leadership and activity for the designing
community. The association is committed to stimulating thinking about
design through
the exchange of ideas and information, the encouragement of critical
analysis and research, and the advancement of education and ethical
practice.
Through conferences, competitions, exhibitions, publications and websites,
AIGA inspires, educates and informs designers, helping them to realize
their talents and advocating the value of design among the media, the
business community, governments and the public. Become an AIGA Honolulu Chapter Member
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