Current & Critical - Kayla Browne, Architecture - A Profession Under Fire

Published: Aug. 30, 2022, 3:53 p.m.

b'In this episode, Kayla Browne discusses the lack of diversity in the architecture field in Canada. She explains how this problem starts at the university level, where there is a 50:50 split between women and men in classes. Once women enter the workforce, they are drastically underrepresented, making up only 20% of professionals in the field. Kayla has seen firsthand some of the obstacles that prevent women from succeeding in this male-dominated industry. However, she remains hopeful that organizations like Building Equity and Architecture, which promote diversity and equality through a cross-disciplinary approach, will help to close the gender gap. This episode is sure to give you plenty of food for thought, no matter what industry you work in.'