Architects Without Frontiers

Architects without Frontiers (AWF) works within the framework of the Millennium Development Goals, especially in relation to overcoming the causes of poverty and improving education, gender equality, health and environmental quality. AWF adopts a Results Based Management approach to development and has been working with disadvantaged communities, irrespective of race, religion, creed or political affiliation, in 12 countries in the Asia-Pacific, Africa and beyond since its formation in 1999. VISION The vision of Architects Without Frontiers is to mobilise the resources of the Australian design profession to assist communities in need through delivering built projects. MISSION Architects Without Frontiers’ mission is to build projects with communities in need, focusing on Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. We develop long-term community partnerships and provide design services that improve community infrastructure and sustainable livelihoods.