ABU Architects Foundation

Membership

Join the global AAF network

Membership connects you to Zaria architects on every continent — and puts your expertise behind education, research and heritage.

Why join

Membership is open to every ABU architect

There are no tiers and no gatekeeping. Register, confirm your email and you are a member of the Foundation — free to volunteer, join committees and appear in the global directory.

One global alumni network

Reconnect with classmates and meet Zaria architects practising across Africa, Europe, the Gulf, Asia and the Americas.

Visibility for your practice

A verified profile with your firm, expertise and location — searchable by peers, clients and collaborators.

Mentorship that shapes the next cohort

Guide current ABU students and young graduates, or find a mentor further along your own path.

Projects with real impact

Volunteer on studio support, heritage documentation, research and community design initiatives.

A voice in the Foundation

Serve on committees, stand for the board and vote on the direction of AAF.

Knowledge and heritage

Access the members-only digital archive preserving the legacy of the Zaria School of Architecture.

Benefits

  • Verified profile in the global alumni directory
  • Search alumni by year, country, company, expertise and skills
  • Networking: follow members, message, join groups and discussions
  • Register for events, reunions and CPD sessions
  • Access the digital knowledge hub and members-only archive
  • Mentor a student, or be matched with a mentor
  • Volunteer on projects and track contribution hours
  • Vote in Foundation elections where eligible

Existing members

Welcome back to the new AAF platform

Your AAF account has already been created from the previous website records. Activate your profile with the email on your record and update your information.

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How to join

Four steps to membership

  1. 01

    Register with your name and email address

  2. 02

    Confirm your email — your membership is active immediately

  3. 03

    Complete your profile so you are discoverable in the directory

  4. 04

    Volunteer for a committee, join events and start contributing

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