According to the 2020 Census, 50.9% of the U.S. population was female, while the remaining 49.1% was male. This means that the female population made up 168.8 million people, while the male population made up 162.7 million. The 2020 Census also showed that the U.S. population reached 331,449,281 people. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) […]
For hundreds of years, architects who are Black or African American have faced persistent barriers: to entry into the profession, to advancement within firms, and to access to clients and leadership opportunities. Over time, AIA, often in partnership with NOMA, has launched multiple waves of initiatives aimed at expanding career pathways, increasing recognition, and reducing […]
The future of architecture is strengthened when firms actively engage students and emerging professionals early in their journey. Internships and meaningful exposure to practice play a critical role in developing talent, expanding access, and sustaining the profession. Access to internships and early professional experience remains uneven, shaped by geography, educational pathways, socioeconomic realities, and the […]
