"We desperately need to see a field that more genuinely values diversity and equity for women and people of color. If I can be even a small part of this change by lending my voice, I will be."Congratulations to Zeynep Gksel, ASLA, from New York, NY, 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