# World Information Architecture Association (WIAA) ## Home - [World Information Architecture Association](https://www.information-architecture.world/world-information-architecture-association.md): Advancing the field of information architecture through community, education, and practice - [Policies](https://www.information-architecture.world/policies/index.md) - [Accessibility statement](https://www.information-architecture.world/policies/accessibility-statement.md) - [Privacy policy](https://www.information-architecture.world/policies/privacy-policy.md) - [Code of conduct](https://www.information-architecture.world/policies/code-of-conduct.md) - [Contributor agreement](https://www.information-architecture.world/policies/contributor-agreement.md): Rights, licensing, and terms for contributing content to WIAA - [A-Z frequently asked questions](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/faqs.md) - [A](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/a.md) - [B](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/b.md) - 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[S](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/s.md) - [T](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/t.md) - [U](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/u.md) - [V](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/v.md) - [W](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/w.md) - [X](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/x.md) - [Y](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/y.md) - [Z](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/z.md) - [#](https://www.information-architecture.world/az-topic/undefined.md) ## All events - [Events](https://www.information-architecture.world/events/events.md): The World Information Architecture Association (WIAA) and its volunteers host in-person and online events year-round about information architecture and related topics. ## World IA Day - [World IA Day](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/world-ia-day.md): World Information Architecture Day is an annual celebration that brings together a diverse community passionate about information architecture and its role in our work and personal lives. - [Events](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events.md) - [World IA Day 2027](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/wiad27.md): Join World IA Day 2027 on March 6th: attend, speak at, or host a local celebration. - [World IA Day 2026](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2026.md): #wiad26 is on March 7, 2026 - [World IA Day 2025](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2025.md): World Information Architecture Day 2025 took place on March 8, 2025 #wiad25 #ChallengesofChange - [World IA Day 2024](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2024.md): March 2, 2024 #wiad24 #ContextIA - [World IA Day 2023](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2023.md): March 4, 2023 #wiad23 #OrientationWayfinding - [World IA Day 2022](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2022.md): March 5, 2022 - [World IA Day 2021](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2021.md) - [World IA Day 2020](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2020.md): February 22, 2020 - [World IA Day 2019](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2019.md): February 23, 2019 - [World IA Day 2018](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2018.md) - [World IA Day 2014](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2014.md): Archive of World IA Day 2014 exploring how to "make the world a better place through information architecture" across 24 global locations. - [World IA Day 2013](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2013.md): February 9, 2013 - [World IA Day 2012](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/events/world-ia-day-2012.md): February 11, 2012 - [Locations](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/locations.md): Participating locations in World Information Architecture Day since 2012 - [Call for organizers](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiaday/call-for-organizers.md): Host World IA Day in your area! Join 20+ global locations. Get free resources, templates & community support to organize. ## World IA Cafe - [World IA Café](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiacafe/world-ia-cafe.md): Monthly speaker series connecting global IA professionals and enthusiasts. Explore current topics, share practical experiences, and strengthen the information architecture community. - [Café Talks](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiacafe/cafe-talks.md) - [IA models with ROI and hidden costs](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiacafe/cafe-talks/ia-models-with-roi-and-hidden-costs.md) - [Call for speakers](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiacafe/call-for-speakers.md): Share your IA expertise with global professionals. Join our monthly speaker series connecting practitioners worldwide through presentations and discussions. - [Call for volunteers](https://www.information-architecture.world/worldiacafe/call-for-volunteers.md): World IA Cafe volunteer opportunities ## Taxonomy Talk - [Taxonomy Talk](https://www.information-architecture.world/taxonomy-talk/taxonomy-talk.md): Taxonomy Talk is a Discord community that is open to anyone working within information architecture and knowledge organization spaces, no matter their level of experience or knowledge. - [Join the Discord](https://www.information-architecture.world/taxonomy-talk/join-the-discord.md) - [Call for speakers](https://www.information-architecture.world/taxonomy-talk/call-for-speakers.md) - [Call for community mods](https://www.information-architecture.world/taxonomy-talk/call-for-community-mods.md) - [Taxonomies in Content Graphs](https://www.information-architecture.world/taxonomy-talk/events/taxonomies-in-content-graphs.md): Taxonomies in Content Graphs: The Importance of Taxonomies in Building Graphs with Ian Piper - [Clothing Sizes](https://www.information-architecture.world/taxonomy-talk/events/clothing-sizes.md): Clothing Sizes: A L/34W/EU 50 Problem with Laura Horan, Eidvilė Bagdonaitė, and Charlie Lapin - [Taxonomy Assessment](https://www.information-architecture.world/taxonomy-talk/events/taxonomy-assessment.md): Taxonomy Assessment: Quantitative Analytics, Qualitative Best Practices and Heuristics with Joseph Busch - [How the Sausage Gets Made](https://www.information-architecture.world/taxonomy-talk/events/how-the-sausage-gets-made.md): How the Sausage Gets Made: What is a 'Content Supply Chain'? with Laura Langford - [Language Metadata Table (LMT)](https://www.information-architecture.world/taxonomy-talk/events/language-metadata-table-lmt.md): Language Metadata Table (LMT): Streamlining Language Metadata for the Real World with Meg Morrissey - [​Topic Taxonomies are the Worst](https://www.information-architecture.world/taxonomy-talk/events/topic-taxonomies-are-the-worst.md): Bob Kasenchak ## Blog - [Blog](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/blog.md): All the latest news and updates from World Information Architecture Association - [2026](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2026.md) - [Introducing the WIAA IA Certificate Program](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2026/introducing-the-wiaa-ia-certificate-program.md): Structured IA courses covering core concepts, content and findability, and emerging technologies. Fall 2026 pilot is free. - [To what end do we design? The heart of Information Architecture](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2026/to-what-end-do-we-design-the-heart-of-information-architecture.md): Insights from the WIAA Workshop in Japan: Coexisting with AI and reclaiming the foundations of design - [WIAA partners with UXtweak](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2026/11-feb-2026-uxtweak-partnership.md): WIAA announces partnership with UXtweak to bring research tools and build resources for information architecture practitioners, educators, and students worldwide. - [A recap on the 2025 Future of WIAA workshops](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2026/a-recap-on-the-2025-future-of-wiaa-workshops.md): Insights from WIAA's 2025 Future of IA Workshops on AI transformation, market pressures, and IA's evolution from human comprehension to system logic to semantic models - [2025](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2025.md) - [Everything Flows. And So Does WIAA.](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2025/12-nov-2025-everything-flows-and-so-does-wiaa.md): Announcing the 2025 workshop about the future of our association. - [World Information Architecture Day 2026 on DESIGNING FOR MEANING](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2025/world-information-architecture-day-2026-on-designing-for-meaning.md): World IA Day 2026 announces 'Designing for Meaning' theme. Explore how information architects create purposeful experiences worldwide March 7. - [2024](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2024.md) - [Andrea Resmini to be Global Keynote Speaker for World Information Architecture Day 2025](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2024/andrea-resmini-to-be-global-keynote-speaker-for-world-information-architecture-day-2025.md): Discover how information architecture is evolving with AI and digital innovation. Join Andrea Resmini's keynote at World IA Day 2025 to explore IA's future and foundational principles. - [Join us for World Information Architecture Day 2025](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2024/join-us-for-world-information-architecture-day-2025.md): Let’s explore the challenges of change in our evolving world together. - [Theme of World IA Day 2025-Challenging Changes](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2024/theme-of-world-ia-day-2025-challenging-changes.md): In a world where change is the only constant, Information Architecture (IA) plays a crucial role in helping us navigate and make sense of the rapid transformations happening around us. - [Xander Roozen joins WIAA as Co-President](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2024/xander-roozen-joins-wiaa-as-co-president.md): Xander Roozen appointed as Co-President of the World Information Architecture Association (WIAA). Learn about his vision for fostering global IA community and upcoming World IA Day 2025." - [2023 State of Information Architecture](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2024/2023-state-of-information-architecture.md): A summary of the 2023 State of IA survey highlighting global practitioner trends, skill development, community impact, and the ongoing challenge of raising awareness for IA’s value in UX design. - [World Information Architecture Association Seeking Co-President](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2024/world-information-architecture-association-seeking-co-president.md): Get involved in the global IA community as WIAA Co-President. Volunteer opportunity for passionate professionals. Shape the future of information architecture. - [Thank you Andrea for four-years co-presidency! Now, what’s next?](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2024/thank-you-andrea-for-four-years-co-presidency-now-whats-next.md): Celebrating four years of WIAA co-presidency: Andrea Rosenbusch reflects on growing the global IA community, key decisions, and the future of World IA Association. - [Project Proposal for a New World Information Architecture Website](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2024/project-proposal-for-a-new-world-information-architecture-website.md): Learn about WIAA's proposal to redesign its website with a focus on content strategy, improved information architecture, and modern CMS implementation to better serve its global community. - [2023](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2023.md) - [World Information Architecture Day 2024 on CONTEXT](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2023/world-information-architecture-day-2024-on-context.md): World IA Day (WIAD) takes place every year on one day in locations around the world. This year, we want to look at Information Architecture (IA) through the lens of Context. - [2022](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2022.md) - [Meet Rupa Misra](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2022/meet-rupa-misra.md): Meet Rupananda Misra, former IA Institute Board member and current Director, Education of World IA Day. Learn about his journey in healthcare UX design. - [2021](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2021.md) - [Introducing… the new World Information Architecture Association](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2021/introducing...-the-new-world-information-architecture-association.md): Learn why World IA Day evolved from an annual event into a year-round professional organization dedicated to information architecture advancement. - [Announcing the WIAD22 global keynote: Stephanie Akkaoui Hughes](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2021/28-oct-wiad22-global-keynote.md): Stephanie Akkaoui Hughes will deliver the World IA Day 2022 global keynote on Architecting Interaction and creating contexts that facilitate connections in physical and digital spaces. - [Advocating a digital-first WIAD22](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2021/25-sep-wiad22-theme-digital-first.md): Join WIAD22 on March 5 to explore "A Connected World" through information architecture. Attend global digital events or host one in your city. #WIAD22 - [Take the State of IA 2021 Survey](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2021/take-the-state-of-ia-2021-survey.md): Take the 2021 State of Information Architecture survey. Research documenting who practices IA, what work they do, and the future of the field in 2021. - [When WIAD does research](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/2021/19-may-when-wiad-does-research.md): WIAD 2020 research reveals IA and UX professionals perform similar tasks regardless of job title. Explore survey findings and download report. - [Topics](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/topics.md) - [World IA Day](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/topics/world-ia-day.md) - [Future of WIAA](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/topics/future-of-wiaa.md) - [State of IA](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/topics/state-of-ia.md) - [Board Spotlight](https://www.information-architecture.world/blog/topics/board-spotlight.md) ## Newsletter - [Newsletter](https://www.information-architecture.world/newsletter/newsletter.md): Stay connected with the WIAA and World IA Day community - [Issue #34: March 2025](https://www.information-architecture.world/newsletter/archive/issue-34-march-2025.md) - [Issue #33: February 2025](https://www.information-architecture.world/newsletter/archive/issue-33-february-2025.md) - [Issue #32: December 2024](https://www.information-architecture.world/newsletter/archive/issue-32-december-2024.md) - [Issue #31: November 2024](https://www.information-architecture.world/newsletter/archive/issue-31-november-2024.md) - [Issue #30: September 2024](https://www.information-architecture.world/newsletter/archive/issue-30-september-2024.md) - [Issue #29: May 2024](https://www.information-architecture.world/newsletter/archive/issue-29-may-2024.md) ## Open Office Hours - [WIAA Open Office Hours](https://www.information-architecture.world/open-office-hours/open-office-hours.md): Once a quarter, the World Information Architecture Association hosts an open one-hour session. Meet the community, ask questions, and join from anywhere. - [Open Office Hours Q3 2026](https://www.information-architecture.world/open-office-hours/2026-q3.md) ## IA Certificate Program - [Information architecture certificate program](https://www.information-architecture.world/certificate-program/certificate-program.md): Earn an Information Architecture Certificate online with WIAA. Three live courses on IA foundations, findability, and AI. - [Pricing](https://www.information-architecture.world/certificate-program/pricing.md): Explore IA Certificate Program pricing, including the free Fall 2026 pilot, regional per-course rates, and what’s included in each course. - [Foundations of Information Architecture](https://www.information-architecture.world/certificate-program/courses/foundations-of-information-architecture.md): Learn the fundamentals of information architecture in this beginner-friendly online course covering IA concepts, navigation, labeling, search, and findability. - [Content, Structure, and Findability](https://www.information-architecture.world/certificate-program/courses/content-structure-and-findability.md): Learn how content strategy and information architecture work together in this online course on content structure, navigation, metadata, governance, and findability. - [IA for Search, AI, and Emerging Technologies](https://www.information-architecture.world/certificate-program/courses/ia-for-search-ai-and-emerging-technologies.md): Learn how information architecture supports AI and search through structured content, metadata, trust, ethics, accessibility, and emerging technologies. ## State of IA Report - [State of information architecture](https://www.information-architecture.world/state-of-ia/state-of-information-architecture.md): Is information architecture still relevant? Discover our global research documenting IA practice, connecting practitioners, and shaping the future of the field. - [Partners and acknowledgements](https://www.information-architecture.world/state-of-ia/partners-and-acknowledgements.md) - [All reports](https://www.information-architecture.world/state-of-ia/reports/all-reports.md) - [2020 WIAD Attendee Survey Analysis](https://www.information-architecture.world/state-of-ia/reports/2020-wiad-attendee-survey-analysis.md): 2020 World Information Architecture Day Attendee Survey Analysis presented by World IA Day and Optimal Workshop - [2023 State of IA](https://www.information-architecture.world/state-of-ia/reports/2023-state-of-ia.md) ## Content Library - [Content Library](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/content-library.md): Presentations and talk recordings from World IA Day, World IA Cafe, Taxonomy Talk, and other WIAA events - [Recently added talks](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/recently-added-talks.md): Browse talks and presentations added most recently to the content library - [Collections](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections.md): Browse talks and presentations organized by event and experience level. - [Taxonomy Talks](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/taxonomy-talks.md): Recordings from Taxonomy Talk events - [Taxonomies in Content Graphs - Ian Piper - Taxonomy Talk](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/taxonomy-talks/taxonomies-in-content-graphs-ian-piper-taxonomy-talk.md): Ian Piper demonstrates building semantic content graphs using SKOS taxonomies and APIs, highlighting corpus analysis and human-centered tagging. - [Clothing Sizes - Taxonomy Talk](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/taxonomy-talks/clothing-sizes-taxonomy-talk.md): Charlie and the Vinted team explore the complex challenges of clothing size taxonomies across international markets, demonstrating practical solutions for managing inconsistent sizing standards. - [Taxonomy essentials](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/taxonomy-essentials.md): Recordings from Taxonomy Talk events - [World IA Cafe talks](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-cafe-talks.md) - [PINK: Evolving Symbolism Across Different Cultures and Eras - Evgeni Minchev - World IA Cafe](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-cafe-talks/pink-evolving-symbolism-across-different-cultures-and-eras-evgeni-minchev-world-ia-cafe.md): Evgeni Minchev explores the evolving symbolism of the color pink across cultures and time periods, highlighting how intention shapes interpretation and meaning in design. - [WIAD Global Keynotes](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/wiad-global-keynotes.md) - [World IA Day 2012](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2012.md) - [Peter Morville keynote - WIAD12](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2012/peter-morville-keynote-wiad12.md): Peter Morville talks about cross-training for ubiquitous information architecture. - [Colombia submission - WIAD12](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2012/colombia-submission-wiad12.md): World Information Architecture Day 2012 speaker submission Colombia - [Global keynote - Lou Rosenfeld - WIAD12](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2012/global-keynote-lou-rosenfeld-wiad12.md): Global keynote for World IA Day 2012 featuring Lou Rosenfeld speaking about his thoughts on the last 14 years and the future of information architecture. - [Agency Life for the UXD - Jod Kaftan - WIAD12 Los Angeles](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2012/agency-life-for-the-uxd-jod-kaftan-wiad12-los-angeles.md): World Information Architecture Day speaker submission Los Angeles, California. Jod Kaftan speaks on Agency Life for the UXD. - [Global keynote - Jorge Arango - WIAD12](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2012/global-keynote-jorge-arango-wiad12.md): Global keynote for World IA Day 2012 featuring Jorge Arango, Thematic Chair for World IA Day 2012. - [Somos Conectándonos - Ferrán Galindo - WIAD12 Panama City](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2012/somos-conectandonos-ferran-galindo-wiad12-panama-city.md): World Information Architecture Day 2012 session submission for Panama - [Malaysia submission - WIAD12](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2012/malaysia-submission-wiad12.md): World Information Architecture Day 2012 speaker submission from Malaysia - [World IA Day 2013](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2013.md): Presentations and recordings from World Information Architecture Day 2013. - [World IA Day 2014](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2014.md): Presentations and recordings from World Information Architecture Day 2014. - [World IA Day 2015](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2015.md) - [World IA Day 2016](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2016.md) - [World IA Day 2017](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2017.md) - [World IA Day 2018](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2018.md) - [World IA Day 2019](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2019.md): Presentations and recordings from World Information Architecture Day 2019 - [World IA Day 2020](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2020.md): Presentations and recordings from World Information Architecture Day 2020 - [World IA Day 2021](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2021.md): Presentations and recordings from World Information Architecture Day 2021 - [Using IA to Garden Better - Anshul Tewari - WIAD21 New Delhi](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2021/using-ia-to-garden-better-anshul-tewari-wiad21-new-delhi.md): Anshul Tewari demonstrates how information architecture transforms hobbies into systematic practices, helping collectors identify gaps and achieve breakthrough results. - [World IA Day 2022](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2022.md): Presentations and recordings from World Information Architecture Day 2022 - [Museum Archives and IA - Jon Kendle - WIAD22 Akron](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2022/museum-archives-and-ia-jon-kendle-wiad22-akron.md): Jon Kendle discusses digitization and archival projects at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. - [World IA Day 2023](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2023.md): Presentations and recordings from World Information Architecture Day 2023 - [World IA Day 2024](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2024.md): Presentations from World Information Architecture Day 2024, exploring how context shapes meaning in communication and enables informed decision-making across people, situations, and ideas - [World IA Day 2025](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/collections/world-ia-day-2025.md) - [Languages](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/languages.md) - [Japanese](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/languages/japanese.md) - [Russian Русский](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/languages/russian-russkii.md) - [English](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/languages/english.md) - [Topics](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics.md) - [Accessibility](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/accessibility.md) - [Atomic Design](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/atomic-design.md) - [Collaboration](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/collaboration.md) - [Content design](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/content-design.md) - [Content strategy](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/content-strategy.md): Exploring the intersection of content modeling, structured data, and semantic technologies for better information organization. - [Data transparency](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/data-transparency.md): Talks about making data visible, understandable, and actionable in product experiences. - [Experience design](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/experience-design.md) - [GIS](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/gis.md) - [Information architecture](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/information-architecture.md) - [Product design](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/product-design.md): Talks about designing useful, user-centered digital products and services. - [Service design](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/service-design.md) - [Taxonomy](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/taxonomy.md): Real-world examples of taxonomy implementation, from corpus analysis to content graph development, showing practical challenges and solutions. - [Techniques and Methods](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/techniques-and-methods.md) - [Visual vocabulary](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/visual-vocabulary.md): Talks about visual language, comics, and communication patterns in information architecture. - [Wayfinding](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/wayfinding.md) - [Communication](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/communication.md) - [Artificial intelligence](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/artificial-intelligence.md) - [Metadata](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/topics/metadata.md) - [TEMPLATE \[Talk title\] - \[Speaker name\] - World IA Day \[Year\] \[Location\]](https://www.information-architecture.world/content-collection/template-talk-title-speaker-name-world-ia-day-year-location.md): \[Speaker] presents \[main topic], showing how it supports \[audience or outcome]. ## Participate - [Participate](https://www.information-architecture.world/participate/participate.md): You can participate by attending or organizing events, by joining the global community or by becoming part of the global organization. ## Sponsor - [Sponsor](https://www.information-architecture.world/sponsor/sponsor.md): Partner with World IA Association through financial or in-kind sponsorships to support global IA events, education, and resources while gaining visibility with thousands of IA professionals worldwide. ## Volunteer - [Volunteer](https://www.information-architecture.world/volunteer/volunteer.md): Learn about how to contribute to the World IA Association through volunteering, attending, speaking, or providing support to advance our mission of making information architecture accessible. - [Join the global board of directors](https://www.information-architecture.world/volunteer/join-the-global-board-of-directors.md) - [Regional Directors](https://www.information-architecture.world/volunteer/join-the-global-board-of-directors/regional-directors.md): Regional directors help support local organizers of the annual WIAD events. They are volunteers from the community and strive to keep conversations in the local communities active. - [Speaking opportunities](https://www.information-architecture.world/volunteer/speaking-opportunities.md): Present your information architecture insights to a global audience. Explore speaking opportunities at WIAA's events and programs. - [Join the online community](https://www.information-architecture.world/volunteer/join-the-online-community.md): Interested in joining the community of information architects and people who learn, teach, and do information architecture? ## Donate - [Donate to WIAA](https://www.information-architecture.world/donate/donate-to-wiaa.md): Partner with World IA Association through financial or in-kind sponsorships to support global IA events, education, and resources while gaining visibility with thousands of IA professionals worldwide. - [Our donors](https://www.information-architecture.world/donate/our-donors.md): Meet the individuals and organizations whose financial contributions enable WIAA to advance our mission through global events, educational resources, and community building initiatives. ## World IA Day Organizer Guide - [Introduction](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/master.md): The World IA Day Organizer Guide - [What is World IA Day?](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/getting-started/what-is-world-ia-day.md): A global, community-led celebration of information architecture. - [FAQs about money, insurance, and non-profit status](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/getting-started/faqs-about-money-insurance-and-non-profit-status.md) - [FAQs about being an organizer and the Call for Locations](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/getting-started/organizer-faqs.md) - [Driving Principles](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/getting-started/driving-principles.md): Our driving principles serve as the foundation both of the global event itself and of the local communities that grow from it. - [Organizer responsibilities](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/getting-started/organizer-responsibilities.md): It is important that our organization presents itself professionally to current and potential sponsors and we ask that you follow a few guidelines to help us in this effort. - [Event rules](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/getting-started/organizer-responsibilities/wiad-rules.md): These rules are non-negotiable and mandatory for all event organizers - [Building your team](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/getting-started/organizer-responsibilities/build-a-team.md) - [Sponsors and finances](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/sponsors.md) - [Create a budget](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/sponsors/create-a-budget.md): Build a realistic local event budget and track funding, in-kind support, and costs. - [Types of sponsorship](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/sponsors/types-of-sponsorship.md): Understand financial and in-kind sponsorship for local WIAD events. - [Find sponsors](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/sponsors/find-sponsors.md): Build sponsor relationships that support your local WIAD event and community. - [Create a sponsorship strategy](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/sponsors/create-a-sponsorship-strategy.md): Define local sponsorship needs, benefits, outreach, and follow-up. - [Reach out to sponsors](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/sponsors/reach-out-to-sponsors.md): Contact sponsor prospects with a tailored, coordinated, and trackable approach. - [Sign sponsorship contract](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/sponsors/sign-sponsorship-contract.md): Sponsorship is a business arrangement. It is important to have an agreement in writing so that both parties understand what to expect and are clear on what will be delivered. - [Accepting money from sponsors](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/sponsors/accepting-money-from-sponsors.md): World IA Day, Inc. is a Florida nonprofit public charity 501(c)(3). Donations made to our organization are tax deductible for individuals and corporations filing taxes in the US. - [Submitting expenses](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/sponsors/submitting-expenses.md): Submit reimbursements and vendor payments through Open Collective. - [Speakers and programming](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/event-program.md): Plan an inclusive, locally relevant WIAD program and find the right presenters. - [Types of events](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/event-program/types-of-events.md) - [Finding presenters](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/event-program/finding-presenters.md): Find presenters who fit your event, audience, and budget. - [Choose your event format](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/event-program/choose-your-event-format.md): Select an event format that fits your community, goals, capacity, and budget. - [Event venue for in-person events](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/event-venue.md): Choose a venue that fits your audience, budget, accessibility needs, and event format. - [Considering venue size and cost](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/event-venue/venue-size-and-cost.md): Compare venue capacity, total cost, accessibility, and event requirements before committing. - [Understanding audio & visual capabilities](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/event-venue/audio-and-visual-capabilities.md): Confirm venue A/V capabilities, responsibilities, and costs before committing to the space. - [Evaluating venue accessibility](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/event-venue/venue-ease-of-access.md): Assess transport, entry, navigation, facilities, and catering before confirming a venue. - [Finalizing a venue contract](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/event-venue/finalizing-a-venue-contract.md): Confirm the venue terms in writing before committing to your event space. - [Audio and video setup](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/event-venue/audio-video-setup.md): Plan, test, and operate reliable audio, video, recording, and live streaming. - [Online and hybrid events](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/online-and-hybrid-events.md): Choose, deliver, and improve an online or hybrid event without leaving remote attendees behind. - [Branding, marketing, and promotion](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion.md): Build a consistent brand and promote your local WIAD event effectively. - [Logo and branding guidelines](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/logo-and-branding-guidelines.md): Standards for using World IA Day logos, typography, colors, location lockups, and imagery. - [Visual Assets](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/visual-assets.md) - [Using a common language](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/using-a-common-language.md): Use consistent terms when describing World IA Day events, teams, locations, and programming. - [Social media channels](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/social-media-channels.md): Coordinate local social posts with World IA Day’s global channels and campaign hashtags. - [Social media metrics](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/social-media-channels/social-media-metrics.md): Historical audience snapshots for World IA Day social channels. - [Local marketing strategy](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/local-marketing-strategy.md): Plan local outreach that helps people discover, understand, and attend your WIAD event. - [Social media guide](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/social-media-guide.md): Plan accessible social content before, during, and after your local WIAD event. - [WIAD website presence](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/updating-the-wiad-website.md): Keep your official WIAD location and event pages accurate, accessible, and useful. - [Your local microsite](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/updating-the-wiad-website/your-location-page.md): Build and manage a WIAD microsite that serves your local community. - [Event content checklist](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/updating-the-wiad-website/your-event-page.md): Plan and maintain the essential content for your local WIAD event. - [Keep accessibility in mind](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/branding-marketing-+-promotion/updating-the-wiad-website/keep-accessibility-in-mind.md): Create event content that people can find, understand, and use in different ways. - [Audience and the day-of experience](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/audience-and-the-day-of-experience.md): Design an inclusive, well-supported experience before, during, and after your event. - [Collecting attendee data](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/audience-and-the-day-of-experience/collecting-attendee-data.md): Collect only the attendee data you need, explain its use, and protect it. - [Preparing for event registration](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/audience-and-the-day-of-experience/preparing-for-event-registration.md): Choose, configure, test, and promote an accessible registration experience. - [Preparing global giveaways](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/audience-and-the-day-of-experience/preparing-global-give-a-ways.md): Share global giveaway opportunities while managing local prizes responsibly. - [Things to do after the event](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/things-to-do-after-the-event.md): Close out your event, share approved content, and prepare a smooth handover. - [Selling Information Architecture](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/resources/selling-information-architecture.md): Written by Abby Covert - [Inclement Weather](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/resources/inclement-weather.md): Prepare for weather disruptions and communicate event decisions clearly. - [Personas](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/resources/wiad-personas.md): Historical persona research for sponsorship and content archive experiences. - [Archive Personas](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/resources/wiad-personas/archive-personas.md): A 2018 UCLA LIS research project on WIAD video archive audiences. - [Sponsorship Personas](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/resources/wiad-personas/sponsorship-personas.md): Historical visual personas that informed sponsorship audience research. - [Event Planning Template](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/templates/event-planning-template.md): Adapt a digital-first event planning spreadsheet for your local WIAD event. - [Budgeting Templates and Examples](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/templates/budgeting-templates-and-examples.md): Plan local event finances and prepare sponsor invoices with reusable templates. - [Name Tags](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/templates/name-tags.md) - [Social Media Speaker Cards](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/templates/speaker-cards.md) - [Speaker Presentation Template](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/templates/speaker-presentation-template.md) - [Stickers](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/templates/stickers.md) - [Social Media Timelines](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/templates/social-media-timelines.md) - [Sponsorship Examples](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/templates/sponsorship-examples.md) - [WIAD19 Final Report](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/reports/wiad19-final-report.md) - [Colophon](https://www.information-architecture.world/wiad-organizer-guide/colophon.md) ## About WIAA - [About WIAA](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/readme.md): Learning, practicing, and evolving the discipline of Information Architecture across global communities - [History](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/history.md): Started in 2012, World IA Day continues to be the flagship global event in the IA community. - [Global Board of Directors](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/about-the-board.md) - [Board Nominations](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/about-the-board/board-nominations.md): World IA Day is accepting nominations through July 6 for the Global Board of Directors - [Board Expectations](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/about-the-board/board-responsibilities.md): What is the role and responsibilities of the Board? - [Past Leadership](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/past-leadership.md): We are grateful for the support and guidance of many exceptional and passionate volunteers over the years. - [2026-2027 Board](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/past-leadership/2026-2027-board.md): July 2026 - June 2027, covering WIAD27 - [2025-2026 Board](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/past-leadership/2025-2026-board.md): July 2025 - June 2026, covering WIAD26 - [2024-2025 Board](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/past-leadership/2024-2025-board.md): July 2024 - June 2025, covering WIAD25 - [2023-2024 Board](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/past-leadership/2021-2022-board-of-directors.md): July 2023 - June 2024, covering WIAD24 - [2022-2023 Board](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/past-leadership/2021-2022-board-of-directors-1.md): July 2022 - June 2023, covering WIAD23 - [2021-2022 Board](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/past-leadership/2021-2022-board-of-directors-2.md): July 2021 - June 2022, covering WIAD22 - [2020-2021 Board](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/past-leadership/2020-2021-board.md): July 2020 - June 2021, covering WIAD21 - [2019-2020 Board](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/past-leadership/2019-2020-board.md): Sept 2019-June 2020 - [Bylaws](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/bylaws.md): Accepted as of 2019-11-06 - [Regional Directors & Local Affiliates](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/about-regions-and-local-affiliates.md) - [Regional Director Responsibilities](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/about-regions-and-local-affiliates/regional-director-responsibilities.md) - [Community Advisors](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/community-advisors.md) - [Committees](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees-1.md): How can you get involved? How would you advance to leadership roles at World IA Day? - [Publications & Communications](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/publications-comms.md): Manages WIAA's digital presence and member engagement through the website, blog, social media channels, and online communities. - [Website](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/publications-comms/website.md) - [Editorial & Content](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/publications-comms/editorial-and-content.md) - [Social Media](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/publications-comms/social-media.md) - [Online Community](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/publications-comms/online-community.md) - [Archives](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/publications-comms/archives.md): Preserves the organization's institutional memory and document the evolution of information architecture as a discipline - [Resource Hub](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/publications-comms/resource-hub.md): Develops and organizes a comprehensive repository of IA resources, tools, templates, and educational materials. - [Governance](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/governance.md) - [Education](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/education.md) - [Mentorship](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/education/mentorship.md) - [Past Members](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/education/past-members.md) - [Special Projects](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/special-projects.md) - [Research](https://www.information-architecture.world/about-wiaa/committees/programs.md) ## People - [People](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/people.md): Meet the people in the WIAA community and connect through our online spaces and social channels. - [Global board](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/role/global-board.md) - [Organizers](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/role/organizers.md): Local event organizers of World Information Architecture Day - [Speakers](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/role/speakers.md): Speakers at World IA Day, World IA Cafe, and Taxonomy Talk events - [Volunteers](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/role/volunteers.md) - [Index](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/person/index.md) - [Andrew Jung](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/person/andrew-jung.md): Global board at World Information Architecture Association - [Anshul Tewari](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/person/anshul-tewari.md): Speaker - [Erin White](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/person/erin-white.md): Speaker and local organizer at World Information Architecture Day - [Grace Lau](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/person/grace-lau.md): Co-president, local organizer, Global board member - [Scott Kubie](https://www.information-architecture.world/people/person/scott-kubie.md): Speaker, Organizer ## What is Information Architecture? - [What is Information Architecture?](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/what-is-information-architecture.md): A community-driven resource bringing together diverse perspectives on theory, practice, and emerging trends that showcase breadth and depth in information architecture - [Definitions](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/definitions/definitions.md) - [Theoretical foundations of IA](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/theory/theoretical-foundations-of-ia.md) - [Common misconceptions about IA](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/misconceptions/common-misconceptions-about-ia.md) - [Visualizing IA](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/metaphors/visualizing-ia.md) - [IA in practice](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/applied-ia/ia-in-practice.md) - [Related and intersecting fields](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/related/related-and-intersecting-fields.md) - [IA and emerging technologies](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/emerging-tech/ia-and-emerging-technologies.md) - [IA education and learning resources](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/education/ia-education-and-learning-resources.md) - [About this resource](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/colophon/about-this-resource.md) - [Submission guidelines](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/colophon/submission-guidelines.md): Submission guidelines for "What is Information Architecture?" - [Credits and acknowledgments](https://www.information-architecture.world/what-is-ia/colophon/credits-and-acknowledgments.md)