RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Status of Women in Landscape Architecture
JF Landscape Journal
FD University of Wisconsin Press
SP 107
OP 123
DO 10.3368/lj.43.1.107
VO 43
IS 1
A1 Steffens, Ashley
A1 Özer, Ebru
A1 LeBleu, Charlene
A1 Nassar, Hala
YR 2024
UL http://lj.uwpress.org/content/43/1/107.abstract
AB Are women underrepresented in landscape architecture? Two panel discussions at the 2022 and 2023 Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture (CELA) annual conferences reported findings on women’s representation within landscape architecture education and on their inclusion and recognition in the profession. While recent data collected by the Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board (LAAB) reveals a significant female presence in landscape architecture education programs across the United States, women lag behind in career achievements such as awards, fellowships, and leadership positions. To address this disparity, the authors, who previously served on CELA’s Executive Board, surveyed CELA members to gauge perceptions of male and female representation across different realms of professional success. The survey findings, combined with historical data obtained from CELA, LAAB, the Council of Landscape Architecture Registration Board (CLARB), and the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), shed light on women’s journeys from education to working in the profession. By analyzing the survey responses and collected data, the authors gained valuable perspectives on women’s challenges and opportunities in achieving equal representation and advancing their careers in landscape architecture. The findings also delved into participants’ perceptions of barriers and prospects affecting women’s representation in professional leadership and landscape architecture education. This article aims to stimulate discussions and support women’s career success and leadership in landscape architecture by addressing the perceptions of women in the field and examining advanced career metrics. Through these efforts, it strives to foster a more inclusive and equitable landscape architecture community.