> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://www.information-architecture.world/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://www.information-architecture.world/state-of-ia/partners-and-acknowledgements.md).

# Partners and acknowledgements

The State of Information Architecture project exists because of generous support from industry partners and dedicated contributions from volunteers around the world. This research reflects the collaborative spirit of our global IA community.

## Our partners

**Optimal Workshop** has been a vital partner in making this research possible. Their sponsorship and support have enabled us to conduct comprehensive surveys, analyze data, and share findings with the global IA community. We're grateful for their commitment to advancing information architecture practice and research.

## Research team and contributors

This longitudinal study has evolved through the efforts of numerous contributors who have generously shared their time, expertise, and passion for information architecture.

### 2020/2021 study

**Survey design**

Grace Lau, Kelsey Thomson, Alesha Arp, Ghada Kandil, Andrea Rosenbusch, Alannah Rosa

**Translations and editing**

* Arabic: Ghada Kandil, Nada Ashour, Sirin Abukhafajah
* English: Grace Lau, Kelsey Thomson, Alesha Arp, Ghada Kandil, Andrea Rosenbusch, Alannah Rosa, Teresa Nguyen
* Italian/Italiano: Paolo Montevecchi, Eleonora Corti
* Spanish/Español: Luis Alveart

### 2022 Survey design

**Survey design**

* Grace Lau
* Alannah Rosa, Optimal Workshop Lead
* Jeremy Webster, Optimal Workshop, Researcher
* Kelsey Thomson, Optimal Workshop, Researcher

**Research analysis**

Ryan M Arellano

**Translators**

* Portuguese (Brazil): Vanessa Myho, 
* Spanish: Luis Alveart
* Arabic: Ghada Kandil

**Report design**

* Paolo Montevecchi
* Eleanora Corti

### 2023 Survey Design

**Survey design and analysis**

* ChunLing Hsu
* Miguel Castillo
* Martin Bulmer

**Report design**

* ChunLing Hsu
* Miguel Castillo

**Conference poster design**

* Jenny Ear

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## Join us

The State of IA project continues to grow through community involvement. If you're interested in contributing to future research cycles through survey design, translation, analysis, or other support, we'd love to hear from you. \[Contact us / Learn more about contributing]