== Frequently Asked Questions ==

**I want to volunteer!  How can I get involved?**

Please attend one of our [[http://afhny.org/events/calendar.php|monthly meetings]].  These meetings are typically geared towards prospective volunteers, and you'll be able to learn more about AFHny, our current projects, and any volunteer opportunities.
 
 
**I am not an architect -- can I still volunteer?** 
**I am a student -- can I still volunteer?** 
**I am not licensed -- can I still volunteer?** 

Absolutely!  Our projects are related to architecture and the built environment, but our volunteers come from all fields.
 
 
**I attended a meeting, and am interested in a project.  How do I volunteer?**

If you are interested in volunteering with a specific project, please contact the team coordinators for that project to find out how you might help ([[projects|Click here]] for a list of current projects and coordinators).  Alternately, use the [[http://afhny.org/contact.php|Contact Us]] form and we'll put you in touch with the right people.
 
 
**I have an idea for a project.  What's the next step?**

[[http://afhny.org/contact.php|Contact Us]] to receive our project proposal form, which includes more information about the proposal procedure.

Also, you can post to our [[http://groups.google.com/group/afhny-newprojects|New Projects]] Google Group to discuss your idea prior to a formal submittal.
 
 
**How do I become a member?**

AFHny does not currently have "members", just "prospective volunteers", "active volunteers", and [[http://afhny.org/members/|directors]] (who are also volunteers).  We are currently working towards full, independent 501c3 (non-profit) status, after which we will implement a membership program.
 
 
**Are you hiring interns or staff?**

AFHny is currently an all-volunteer organization; we have no paid staff.
 
 
**How do I join your email list?**

[[http://afhny.org/user/newaccount.php|Please sign up for an account on our website]] -- you'll receive email notice of all AFHny news, events, and volunteer opportunities.
 
 
**Do you have any short-term volunteer opportunities?** 
**I have limited availability, but I need to satisfy the [[http://www.ncarb.org/idp/idpdescrip.html|IPD community service requirements]].** 

Most of our projects have a time frame of months, not hours, but we do occasionally have short-term projects.  Please [[http://afhny.org/user/newaccount.php|sign up for an account on our website]], and you'll receive notice of any such opportunities.