"This program will help me establish visibility as a licensed professional who will advocate for equity and inclusion within the profession and public realm."Congratulations to Natalia Bezerra, ASLA, from Washington, D.C., for being selected to participate in the 2024-2026 Licensure Advancement Program! This program, now in its third year, provides underrepresented individuals with financial and educational support to pursue their landscape architecture licensure. Each participant receives up to $3,500 to cover the cost of LARE exam sections, access to exam prep courses, and mentorship from a licensed landscape architect. This initiative by the ASLA Fund is aimed at increasing racial and gender diversity within the profession.Learn more: https://bit.ly/3IIscnl