Finegold Alexander Architects is proud to announce that we have received a Just label from the International Living Future Institute! Becoming a Just organization is an important milestone for us as we continue to learn from the process and prioritize social justice, equity, and transparency within our firm. A Just label is a voluntary disclosure and transparency platform that measures how organizations treat their workers and contribute to their communities, giving the public a clear picture of corporate social responsibility.

The International Living Future Institute, known for its Living Building Challenge, created Just to help companies analyze and improve their social equity practices. The process is rigorous and requires organizations to disclose a range of metrics across key areas, including:

• Diversity & Inclusion (gender and ethnic diversity; inclusion, engagement)
• Employee Benefits (health care, retirement, family/medical leave, training/education)
• Equity (full-time employment, pay scale equity, living wage, gender pay equity)
• Stewardship (local communities, volunteering, charitable giving, positive products)
• Employee Health (physical health, well-being)
• Purchasing & Supply Chain (equitable purchasing, supply chain)

Firms are evaluated and rated from zero to four levels of performance in each category, offering a clear snapshot of their social impact. By participating in Just, we are not only committing to transparency, but we are also using the feedback to continue improving our workplace culture and our greater role in the community and our future.

At Finegold Alexander, we have always pushed boundaries—whether through our innovative design, sustainability initiatives, or by finding new opportunities to shape the future of architecture. Our social impact is also part of that vision. Becoming a Just organization underscores our dedication to fostering a work environment that promotes equity, supports our employees’ well-being, and engages with our community.

"It was exciting to see how many social equity and just practices were already embedded in Finegold Alexander's culture before we embarked on pursuing the Just label."

Clair Colburn, AIA |  Associate Principal at Finegold Alexander

We are proud to share this milestone with our clients, partners, and employees, and we look forward to continuing our journey toward an even more equitable and inclusive future.

Click here to learn more about Just!