Join the IBP community

If you work in built environment journalism or communications — or are new to the industry and looking to grow your network — we’d love you to join our IBP community.

By joining, you become part of a vibrant and active network of professionals, with access to industry events, meaningful networking opportunities, and the latest IBP updates. It’s a space to connect, share perspectives, and grow together.

You’ll also help advance IBP’s purpose: championing greater diversity and inclusivity by creating opportunities for those currently under-represented in built environment journalism and communications. Our annual Summer Internship Programme is increasingly recognised across the industry as a gateway for the next generation of talent — and our community plays a vital role in making it possible.

Being part of the IBP community means you can get involved in initiatives like these, contribute to shaping the future of the industry, and take part in our prestigious annual IBP Awards.

We welcome all national, regional, business and technical journalists, podcasters and reporters, media relations, PR and communications professionals and academics working in the construction, architecture, housing, infrastructure and property sectors. Inhouse and agency people, students, interns and freelancers are all welcome.

Who can join IBP?

If you already work in journalism, PR, content or communications in property, housing, architecture, construction, infrastructure or any other related built environment sector - or if you're new to the sector or an academic helping new talent into the sector - then IBP is made for you.

We welcome all national, regional, business and technical journalists, podcasters, reporters and content makers, PR, media relations and communications professionals, whether inhouse, agency, freelance, student or intern.

What are the main benefits of joining IBP?

By joining our community, you receive:

Access to industry insights, newsletters and educational networking events throughout the year
Opportunities to attend and enter the IBP Awards
Opportunities to take part in the hugely popular summer internship scheme (as an employer or an intern)
Invitations to press briefings, symposia, and industry visits
Career development and professional networking opportunities
Connection with leading journalists and communications professionals in the built environment sector
Inclusive opportunities to help us deliver our purpose and shape IBP's future initiatives.

How do I join IBP?

To join IBP, please complete the form above. We'll be in touch soon with your first newsletter and information on upcoming events.

Is there a joining fee?

No. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters and the huge efforts of all our volunteers, we can offer all IBP benefits free of charge for now. There is a small charge that covers the administration for the IBP Awards, but that is all. IBP is a voluntary, not-for-profit organisation, and we are committed to making the organisation as welcoming, accessible, inclusive and diverse as possible.

How can I become an official supporter?

We are always on the lookout for more supporters and volunteers to help us develop and expand IBP's activities. If you'd like to know more about the bespoke benefits we can offer to your organisation, or have skills and time that you can commit to helping IBP achieve its purpose, please contact us for an informal and no-obligation chat.

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