Timea Jakab, a studio director at Gensler, has penned an op-ed for Canadian Architecture that seeks to explore the barriers women face within the architectural profession.

Although women make up 37.9% of Canada’s architects, they often grapple with slow career progression, unequal pay, and limited support returning to work after parental leave. Jakab underscores the importance of leadership visibility in encouraging more women to join and remain in the field, advocating for greater equity and support structures.