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THE ARCHITECT’S ROLE IN SOCIETY - Architects responsibility is to make sure that not the structure alone but also its physical environment can enhance the lives of all people. Architects relate regularly only to pure design and build professions but to allied professionals as well to achieve to...

THE ARCHITECT’S ROLE IN SOCIETY - Architects responsibility is to make sure that not the structure alone but also its physical environment can enhance the lives of all people. Architects relate regularly only to pure design and build professions but to allied professionals as well to achieve totality in design. - Architects design buildings that address social needs and attempts to resolve many environmental and humanitarian problems through the practice of architecture. - Architects must be psychologists, sociologists, economists, and artists. Architecture is both art and science, drawing on and intertwined with psychology, sociology, economics, politics and more. The design process includes spending a considerable amount of time getting to understand the client, the community, and the environment the project will be in well before any drawings are even started. - Architects must also be Engineers, for they must be able to construct structurally stable buildings. The architect, being the prime mover and principal architectural designer, is the prime professional. There can never be an outstanding work of architecture without the “magical wand of an architect.” Architecture is to the architect, while civil engineering is to the civil engineer. Architecture can never become a work of civil engineering, although a bridge when designed by an architect becomes a piece of “architecture” and not just a “prosaic” ordinary concrete or steel bridge. A bridge designed by an architect has the triune principles of “beauty, utility and function.” - Architects must take into account 4 basic and closely interrelated necessities: Technical Requirements, Use, Spatial Relationships, and Content. Of the 4 necessities, Technical requirements is the most priority. Architects must know the materials and their potentialities, and how these materials will work on a particular site. Use refers to function of the building of which the Architect must always reveal their function or use. Spatial relationship means how the different spaces are organized to interact with each other. And lastly, the content means the whole complete envelope of the building. - The Building Enterprise Small firms with less than 5 people usually have no formal organizational structure, depending on the personal relationships of the principals and employees to organize the work. Medium sized firms with 5 to 50 employees are often organized departmentally in departments such as design, production, business development, and construction administration. Large firms of over 50 people may be organized departmentally, regionally or in studios specializing in project types. Public Interest and Safety Much more than designing buildings or whole communities, architects have a greater task. They’re uniquely positioned to improve life on numerous levels for professional clients, cities, and private individuals. Health, Safety, and Welfare are always at the forefront of the industry of building and designing. Architects work with a dizzying range of clients and interested parties. Their role is simple and enormous at the same time. Better homes, professional spaces, communities, and whole cities and adapting to the changing way that people want to work, live, and play. Architects must ensure the occupants health and well-being, mitigate the effects of natural phenomenon such as earthquakes, typhons, tsunamis and flooding. No architectural feature alone can guarantee that a building will be disaster-proof in every situation. Nor can a building be resilient against rising sea levels. Nevertheless, the right architecture of a building can undoubtedly saves lives. Ideally, all structures should be erected with a disaster-resilient architecture plan in the first place. However, especially for older buildings, this isn’t always possible. Such buildings in disaster-prone zones can benefit structural reinforcements to mitigate risks. Architects must ensure occupants safety in case of fire disaster. The architect’s role in safety is crucial. They are the first to think about safety, and it is their professional obligation to design a building that complies with all building codes, zoning laws, and property rules for the state and county where they operate. Furthermore, the architect must think proactively. While building codes are the baseline of safety, they often contain critical issues, such as layout and fire escape concerns. Therefore, the architect must look for additional ways to improve the safety of the structure that is outside of local codes. A good architect works in close cooperation with local fire and rescue crews to develop a property that is a non-fire hazard, but also accessible to first responders. Some ways they do that include: a. Materials Used in Construction - Architects usually want to avoid combustible materials. Commercial and residential architecture is best if it does not contain excessive amounts of smoke producing materials. While these materials cannot be totally avoided, the architect's job, in conjunction with fire safety crews, is to determine which combinations are highly combustible or create toxic smoke combinations, so that they can reduce issues in the event of a fire. b. The Layout and Flow of the Property - Some questions that an architect looks to answer for the flow and layout include: - The design of staircases, focusing on length, the number of landings, and the width of the landings. - Requesting preferences for staircases versus elevators in fire rescue situations. - Having fire crews review possible designs and provide feedback as to whether that design is friendly for rescue. Incorporate any suggestions from fire crews to improve safety or flow. c. Fire Escape Routes in Commercial and Residential Architecture - Building codes require emergency exit routes that are not only expertly planned, but easy to navigate in the event of a fire. Architects must know all applicable fire codes but also work in close collaboration with fire safety engineers to establish safe, practical fire escape routes for commercial, residential, and multi-purpose buildings. Professionally, an architects’ decisions must affect public safety and thus an architect must undergo specialized training consisting of advanced education and practicum for practical experience to earn a license in the practice of architecture. Their duties require specific skills—designing, engineering, managing, supervising, and communicating with clients and builders. They design schools and skyscrapers. They design hospitals and hotels. They also visit construction sites to check the progress of projects and make sure contractors are building them according to their plans. They also design churches, train stations, and plain old regular houses. People need places in which to live, work, play, learn, worship, meet, govern, shop, and eat. Architects are responsible for designing these places, whether they are private or public; indoors or out; rooms, buildings, or complexes. To practice, architecture means to provide services in connection with the design of buildings and the space within the site surrounding the buildings that have human occupancy or use as their principal purpose. Any building that is used by people was probably designed by some architects. Architecture is an art that works hand-in-hand with science to design places where people can live, eat, work, and play. Practical, technical, and academic requirements for becoming an architect vary by jurisdiction, though the formal study of architecture in academic institutions has played a pivotal role in the development of the profession as a whole. An Architects’ Professional Education and Training As challenging as studying architecture, earning a degree is equally fulfilling. The architectural practice is a fun and joyful journey. There will be sleepless nights, many hours honing the skills, investing in design tools, and being inspired by breathtaking architectural works across the globe. Hand drawing will become second nature. Working knowledge of physics and mathematics will prove to become invaluable assets. That is to say, the architectural school will provide the program. However, developing one’s talent requires personal commitment. As the saying goes, “Journey begins with a single step.” The Bachelor of Science in Architecture (BS Arch) is a 5-year college degree intended for people who wish to pursue a career in Architecture. Architectural education provides students with knowledge and skills in planning, designing and constructing buildings taking into account the principles of utility, strength and aesthetics. The BS in Architecture curriculum comprises of CHED-mandated general education courses, technical subjects in Math, Science and Basic Engineering; and professional Architecture courses presented thru classroom lectures, laboratory classes and studio design activities. The Commission on Higher Education (CHED) recently issued Policies, Standards and Guidelines (PSG) for the Bachelor of Science in Architecture in accordance in accordance with the pertinent provisions of Republic Act (RA) No. 7722, otherwise known as the “Higher Education Act of 1994,” in pursuance of an outcomes- based quality assurance system as advocated under CMO 46 s. 2012, and by virtue of Commission en banc Resolution No. 231-2017. (Refer to https://chedro1.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/CMO-No.-61-Series-2017-Policies-Standards- and-Guidelines-for-the-Bachelor-of-Science-in-Architecture-BS-Archi.pdf.) The first three years put emphasis on providing opportunities for the students to draw and design with a sense of quality and technical expertise; to develop visual perception, and to understand construction as a means of communication of principles. Upon satisfactory completion of the prescribed courses at certain level, students will be granted Certifications for the technical skills acquired, such as Certificate in Drafting Technology; Certificate in Building Technology and Utilities; and Certificate in CADD. The last two years are used to plan actual projects and explore the more detailed spatial and visual considerations and to gain knowledge in computer science as applied to Architecture. Special emphasis is given on the importance of research as evidenced by the thesis requirement for the course. Additionally, the knowledge and understanding of the ethical guidelines of the profession is a significant component of the program. Apprenticeship and Diversified Training CHED Memorandum Order no.61 mandates that Schools of Architecture shall have an active and organized program for on-the-job and diversified training for its students which shall include assistance in organizing student employer interviews. maintenance of a job-available card file with an index of potential local employers; and if needed, assistance to employers, and fast transfer of students' academic transcripts to speed up the employment process. “Diversified Architectural Experience” ‐ a post-baccalaureate, pre-licensure experience of two (2) years required of a graduate of architecture prior to taking the licensure examination; consisting of a variation of experiences in the different phases of architectural service. According to RA 9266, Article III, SECTION 13. Qualifications of Applicant for Examination: Any person applying for examination shall establish to the satisfaction of the Board that: (c) He/she is a holder of a degree of Bachelor of Science in Architecture conferred by a school, college, academy or institute duly recognized and/or accredited by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) and in addition, has a specific record of at least two (2) years or equivalent of diversified architectural experience duly certified by a registered/licensed architect: Provided, however, that an applicant holding a Master's Degree in Architecture from a school, college, university, or institute recognized by the government shall be credited one (1) year in his/her practical experience; and For details of the UAP LOGBOOK OF DIVERSIFIED EXPERIENCE IN ARCHITECTURE refer to this link: https://www.united-architects.org/assets/files/media-files/UAP%20Logbook%202021%20FINAL%20VERSION%20.pdf Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Continuing Professional Development (CPD) allows Professionals to enhance personal proficiency while being able to understand new technologies and techniques within your industry. For architects and design professionals, CPD has become a vital part of each professional’s career requirements. Many of the architecture industry professional institutes now require members to undertake a minimum number of CPD hours each year. Last March 15, 2017, the Senate of the Philippines began the implementation of Republic Act 10912 or the Continuing Professional Development Act of 2016, a bill requiring professionals to undergo further formal and informal learning programs before they can renew their licenses, upon the effectivity of Resolution No. 1032 or the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of R.A. No. 10912. Continuing professional development or CPD is defined under the CPD Act of 2016 as the inculcation of advanced knowledge, skills and ethical values in a post-licensure specialization or in an inter- or multidisciplinary field of study, for assimilation into professional practice, self-directed research and/or lifelong learning. For details of the CPD Law in the Philippines (R.A. 10912) refer to this link: https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/downloads/2016/07jul/20160721-RA-10912-BSA.pdf According to Republic Act No. 10912 otherwise known as the “Continuing Professional Development Act of 2016” CPD Council is a body created to promote and ensure the continuous improvement of professionals, in accordance with national, regional and international standards of practice. A CPD Council in each of the regulated professions, which shall be under the supervision of the concerned PRB. Every CPD Council shall be composed of a chairperson and two (2) members. The chairperson of the CPD Council shall be the member of the PRB so chosen by the PRB concerned to sit in the CPD Council. The powers, functions and responsibilities of the CPD Council include: (a) Ensure the adequate and appropriate provision of CPD Programs for their respective profession; (b) Evaluate and act on applications for accreditation of CPD Providers and their CPD Programs; (c) Monitor and evaluate the implementation of the CPD Programs; (d) Assess and/or upgrade the criteria for accreditation of CPD Providers and their CPD Programs on a regular basis; (e) Develop mechanisms for the validation, accreditation and recognition of self-directed learning, prior/informal learning, online learning, and other learning processes through professional work experience; (f) Conduct researches, studies and benchmarking for international alignment of the CPD Programs; (g) Issue operational guidelines, with the approval of the PRC and the PRB concerned; and (h) Perform such other functions related or incidental to the implementation of the CPD. According to the CPD law, the CPD is made as a mandatory requirement in the renewal of the PICs of all registered and licensed professionals under the regulation of the PRC. Refer to MS Teams file for CPD Basic Guidelines for Architecture: File Name CPD-FAQs for architecture only Key features of the CPD process: A CPD needs to be: a. A documented process b. Self-directed: driven by you, not your employer c. Focused on learning from experience, reflective learning, and review d. Help you set development goals and objectives e. Include both formal and informal learning Importance of CPD to Architectural Profession: a. CPD provides an overview of your professional development to date, reminds you of your achievements and how far you’ve progressed and directs your career and helps you keep your eye on your goals. b. CPD ensures that you and your knowledge stay relevant and up to date. It uncovers gaps in your skills and capabilities. You’ll be more aware of the changing trends and directions in your profession. The pace of change is probably faster than it’s ever been – and this is a feature of the new “normal” that we live and work in. If you stand still you’ll be left behind, as the currency of your knowledge and skills becomes outdated. c. CPD helps you continue to make a meaningful contribution to your team. You become more effective in the workplace. This assists you to advance in your career and move into new positions where you can lead, manage, influence, coach and mentor others. d. CPD helps you to stay interested and interesting. While experience is a great teacher, it may also lead us to do things in a rote manner. Focused CPD opens you up to new possibilities, new knowledge and new skill areas. e. CPD can deliver a deeper understanding of what it means to be a professional, along with a greater appreciation of the implications and impacts of your work. f. CPD helps advance the body of knowledge and technology within your profession. Licensed professionals working overseas may attend trainings/seminars conducted by the foreign chapters or affiliates of accredited CPD Providers. They may also attend trainings/seminars conducted by non-accredited CPD Providers and apply for credit units under Self-Directed Learning and/or Lifelong Learning. CPD credit units may be mandated by the Government, but at its core, it is a personal responsibility of professionals to keep their knowledge and skills current so that they can deliver the highest quality of service that safeguards the public and meets the expectations of customers and the requirements of their profession. THE PROFESSIONAL LIFE OF AN ARCHITECT One of the most important steps in a career in architecture is the first. Finding a first job is often the hardest and the most important for one’s career. Therefore, getting the right first job should be regarded as an important task for all students. This first job will often expose a student or recent graduate to the initial experiences that clarify initial career goals. As the second section of this chapter will outline, a career should be planned, but first a career begins with a first job. The most financially successful architects seemed to be the ones best at communicating their unique vision. Becoming an architect is a long process; spending years as a draftsman or researcher leads those without patience to grow frustrated and dissatisfied with their choice of career. Even after the grueling “weeding out” period, surviving as a working architect is difficult. Most architecture firms employ five or fewer people, and the work firms do is mostly commercial or pre-planned residential housing with strict budget and practical limitations. Only a select few architects get to “design” in the way that most budding architects imagine they will. Perpetual revision of plans based on client needs, contractor inefficiency, and budget strictures are daily features of the architect’s life. Plans and priorities have to be reevaluated daily and revised accordingly. One architect said, “Practically every plan you draft will look something like what you build, but don’t count on it.” A successful architect needs talent, practical, interpersonal, and organizational skills, and most of all, patience. Refer to the MSTeams file video: Behind Closed Doors - The Life of an Architect (Full Documentary) Getting the First Job (By: Bradford Perkins, FAIA) There are 11 basic rules for getting a first job. 1. Do your homework - The objective is not to just get a job. It should be to get the right first job. This requires research. Firms are different. Each one has its strengths and weaknesses. Not every firm will be a good fit for you. 2. Do not limit your search to “name” firms - For many people, the right firm for a first job will be one that gives you the most opportunities to learn. The one constant is to always seek to work for a firm whose work you respect and is generally respected in the architectural profession. It is important to learn about quality from the best firms, but all job searches should be about what is best for you. 3. Know yourself - What are you good at and what do you need to learn, how hard are you willing to work, what special talents do you have, and where do you want to live today and in the future are just a few of the things you should think about before applying for a first job. 4. Make sure you are prepared - Your resume and portfolio should be carefully proofread and graphically attractive. Make sure, both highlight any special skills— languages, software knowledge, etc. Have these materials reviewed by someone who is knowledgeable about architectural hiring processes and ask this person or employed friends what to expect in an employment interview. 5. Dress appropriately, be relaxed, and focus on answering the questions you are asked. - Most firms are looking for people who are personable, appear to be team players, listen, and have strong design and computer skills. Some are also looking for people with special skills such as a relevant foreign language or prior work experience in a foreign country or on a particular project type. 6. The first job should be about the experience and its potential to get you to the next level in your career - Working for a famous firm can be the right choice. Often, however, there are better choices where you will be given more responsibility and experience early. Spending two years detailing the core of a high-rise tower for a famous firm is not necessarily the right first job experience. 7. Use all of your relationships to contact your preferred employers - It should be, but at this time most good firms are too busy to focus on letters and resumes. Do not be shy about using any relationships—classmates, professors, relatives, etc.—that allow you to create a personal point of contact with a firm your research indicates might be a desirable first employer. All firms give preference to potential employees referred by friends, employees, and client. 8. Know the firm – make a research to the firm and be prepared to answer such basic questions as “Why are you interested in our firm?” and “What part of our practice is of most interest to you?” Speak to others about the firm so that you are able to relate your interests and special skills to their practice. 9. Focus on what you want from a first job - Do not prejudge a job because the firm is “large” or “small,” led by a star, or any other arbitrary screen. 10. Show more interest in the job, what you can learn, and what opportunities there are for growth than in the starting salary and benefits. - The salary and benefits are, of course, relevant but they should not appear the primary concern. 11. Avoid firms that are known to treat their employees badly - Sadly, some firms routinely underpay and overwork their staff. A little research can usually identify these firms. Professions and Society As a young architect becomes engaged in a career, he or she will find many opportunities—outside their place of employment—to use their training and skills to assist their communities and/or their profession. While the primary motivation should be to serve, such service can also help build a professional’s career, enhance his or her reputation, and expand a network of contacts. It is common for architects to volunteer their time in serving the community in a wide variety of important ways. Some of the most common include: 1. Local planning, design review, zoning, landmarks and other land use boards. - Except in larger communities, land use and other review boards are staffed by volunteers. Most seek participation by volunteers with architectural training. 2. Building committees - Many civic, not-for-profit and religious organizations form building committees to strengthen their ability to manage their often-intermittent building programs. 3. Building and land use code development and review. - Many architects participate in committees created to draft, review, or edit new or existing codes and regulations. 4. Disaster recovery efforts - Disaster recovery teams—helping communities recover from floods, hurricanes, earthquakes, and other natural disasters—often need volunteers with technical skills to help guide the recovery efforts. 5. Citizen engagement - Sometimes the involvement may be in the form of participating in public hearings on projects, legislation, and public policy where architectural training and experience can help inform the debate. 6. Public design education - A growing number of organizations ranging from Local Organization Chapters to design focused educational entities, such as the Local Architectural Foundation and Provincial / City / Municipal Arts Society, sponsor exhibits, lectures, tours, awards programs, and other public services to promote a greater understanding and appreciation of architecture and urban design to the general public. 7. Architectural education - Many architects have paid teaching appointments but probably an even greater number volunteer their time to help teach architecture in elementary and secondary schools as well as in formal college-level programs. Participating in Professional Organizations Participating in professional organizations can help architects enrich their careers and contribute to the advancement of the profession. The decision about which organizations to join is personal; each architect must determine which groups will provide the information most likely to advance his or her professional life. One strategy is to begin by joining just one organization and later add memberships in others as your experience broadens and your career matures. Membership in the relevant professional organization is one of the things that separates a profession from a conventional job. It is a key element that defines a professional. Membership in one’s professional organization is expected of all professionals. It is important to support the advancement of one’s profession, and becoming a member of the professional organization is a part of that advancement. Involvement with a professional society will afford the participant an opportunity to network with other colleagues in industry and practice. Making connections with others who have similar interests reinforces why one has chosen this career. It enables new professionals to associate with senior members of the profession and learn from them. Joining a professional organization is critical in keeping abreast of the latest knowledge and practices locally, regionally, and globally. It helps the professional to stay abreast of current issues and opportunities and will also assist in personal advancement for the member who becomes involved. Many professional organizations offer continuing education, seminars, and lectures along with other opportunities for learning. An active participant will have the opportunity to serve in professional development. Working with people outside of one’s own firm and volunteering will build leadership skills. Opportunities for working with the community for the betterment of society and the local economy will be available. There will be possibilities for making real contributions to the human condition through projects the professional organization may take on as a part of giving back to the community. There are events that will call for public speaking skills and professional visibility which will assist in moving one’s career to another level by connecting with other professions and local leaders in the area. The profession will benefit from members’ service and the members will be rewarded in return by such things as personal fulfillment, professional enrichment, and building a stronger resume as a result. Further definition of the professional responsibilities and ethical practices will come in part from the professional organization. It is a central core for regulation, education, revitalization, networking and service. Joining a professional organization provides occasions and experiences to renew one’s enthusiasm for the practice of interior design. The interaction can be both inspirational and enlightening. Being a member of a professional organization is a symbiotic relationship between the organization and the member that will benefit them both. The United Architects of the Philippines - is the Integrated and Accredited Professional Organization of Architects (IAPOA) in the Philippines with more than 42,000 members. - born on December 12, 1974, out of the noble vision of unifying the three (3) existing architectural associations at that time: Philippines Institute of Architects (PIA), the League of Philippine Architects (LPA) and the Association of Philippine Government Architects (APGA). - UAP was registered with the Philippines’ Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). On May 12, 1975, the UAP was granted Certificate No. 001, the first professional organization to be accredited by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). - has a roster of membership numbering more than 44,000 or 100% of the total registered architects at the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). - The UAP encourages all of its members to engage in providing pro bono services as part of their contributions to the highest aspirations of the architecture profession and the organization in service to society. Through participation in whatever format they may choose, every member of the UAP can support and further the values of the organization in terms of its advocacy for sustainable design and practices, diversity, and elevation of the stature of the profession of architecture in the eyes of the public. Objectives of the UAP: Mission and Vision of the UAP: Current Officers of the UAP: PICTURE TO BE UPDATED Affiliations of the UAP: International Institutions 1. National Section of the International Union of Architects (UIA) - an international non-governmental organization that represents over a million architects in 124 countries. - It is recognized by most United Nations agencies as the only association in its field, including UNESCO, UNCHS, ESOSOC, UNIDO, and the World Health Organization, as well as the WTO. The General Secretariat is located in Paris. 2. Architects Regional Council Asia (ARCASIA) - an organization of seventeen National Institutes of Architects from the Asian region extending from Pakistan in the West to Philippines in the East, Peoples Republic of China in the North to Indonesia in the South. - The objectives of ARCASIA are: (1) To unite National Institutes of Architects on a democratic basis throughout the Asian region, to foster friendly, Intellectual, artistic, educational and scientific ties; (2) To foster and maintain professional contacts, mutual cooperation and assistance among Member Institutes; (3) To represent architects of the Member Institutes at national and international levels; (4) To promote the recognition of the architect’s role in society; (5) To promote the development and education of architects and architectural professional in their service to society and; (6) To promote research and technical advancement in the field of the built environment. 3. Eastern Regional Organization of Planning and Housing (EAROPH) - a non-governmental multi-sectorial organization encompassing the private, public and academic sectors. - was established to foster the exchange of insights and experiences among countries in the EAROPH region, which has been acknowledged as the most dynamic in the world in terms of economic growth, magnitude of urbanization, population size and ethnic diversity. - promotes a better understanding of Human Settlements and encourages excellence in planning, development and management to improve the quality of life and sustainability of human settlements. 4. APEC (Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation) Architect Central Council - an international forum composed of twenty-one member economies within the Asia-Pacific region. - Its purpose is "to sustain the growth and development of the region for the common good of its peoples" by encouraging trade. APEC builds on WTO General Agreement on Trade and Services (GATS) principles for the progressive liberalization of trade in services through the reduction of regulatory restrictions, leading to reciprocal agreements between member economies where appropriate. Local Institutions 1. Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) - a three-man commission attached to the office of the President of the Republic of the Philippines. - Its mandate is to regulate and supervise the practice of the professionals who constitute the highly skilled manpower of the country. - As the agency-in-charge of the professional sector, the PRC plays a strategic role in developing the corps of professionals for industry, commerce, governance, and the economy. 2. Professional Regulatory Board of Architecture (PRBoA) - as an entity is under the administrative control and supervision of the PRC, a quasi-judicial and quasi-legislative entity that forms part of the executive branch of the Philippine Government. - it does not act independently on matters involving the regulation of the practice of the profession of architecture in the Philippines. - The reconstituted PRBoA is a collegial body and is active in the areas of executive action relating to the implementation and enforcement of Republic Act No. 9266 (otherwise known as the Philippine "Architecture Act of 2004"), its implementing rules and regulations (IRR) and derivative regulations e.g. other executive issuances of the PRBoA through the PRC. 3. Philippine Federation of Professional Organizations (PFPA) - the umbrella organization of all PRC-accredited professional organizations, composed of four (4) councils, namely: Philippine Technological Council (PTC), Council for the Built and Natural Environments (CBNE), Council of Professional Health Associations (COPHA) and Council of Business and management Professionals (CBMP). 4. Council for the Built and Natural Environments (CBNE) - the umbrella organization of all PRC-accredited professional organizations under the technological professions. 5. Philippine Council of Associations and Association Executives (PCAAE) - is the only platform in the Philippines that puts associations and other membership organizations such as chambers, societies, foundations, cooperatives and the non-profit sector at large under one umbrella. - was created in 2013 to facilitate the work of association executives in managing their organizations, and to advance their profession through knowledge delivery, recognition and collaboration initiatives. - it is an inclusive group of people that welcomes not only those working in associations and other membership organizations, but also reaches out to students, retirees and those in the countryside where cooperatives and grassroots non-governmental organizations are present.