International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA)

Welcome to the official LinkedIn page of the International Federation of Landscape Architects! We are a global network of landscape architects, academics, and organisations dedicated to promoting the profession and advancing the art and science of landscape architecture. Our Mission - Champion quality landscape design for the benefit of the environment and society. - Advocate for sustainable practices that protect and enhance our natural and cultural landscapes. - Doster international collaboration and knowledge exchange among landscape architects worldwide. Connect with Us - Latest trends and innovations in landscape architecture - Upcoming events and conferences - Job opportunities and professional development resources - Advocacy efforts and policy initiatives Join us in shaping a greener, more resilient, and more equitable future for our planet! 🌱 #landscapearchitecture #IFLA #sustainabledesign #greendesign #urbanplanning If you want to stay up-to-date with us, follow our Page.

Happening today! Title: Landscape Architects Leading Climate Action: Nature-Based Solutions for a Regenerative Future 📅 Date: 28 January 2025 🕐 Time: 1 pm (GMT) 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/eNhkKZHx Join leading experts from IFLA, Turenscape, UNEP, and UN-Habitat as they unveil ground-breaking strategies for climate adaptation, mitigation, and restoration. This webinar will reflect on IFLA’s participation at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP29 Azerbaijan and the important role landscape architecture plays in showcasing practical techniques to address the climate crisis. Discover the innovative "Sponge City" concept; learn how landscape architects can contribute to UNEP's mission; and explore the collaborative efforts of IFLA and UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) in driving sustainable urban development. Be part of the movement to create resilient, regenerative communities in harmony with nature. 🎤 Moderator: Joy Mutai 👥 Speakers: Kongjian Yu Gulnara Roll Naomi Hoogervorst Steffi Schüppel Indra Purs #IFLA #landscapearchitects #landscapearchitecture #biodiversity #urbandevelopement

Final call! The deadline for 2025 Jellicoe Award nominations is fast approaching—get yours in by the 31st! The International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA), which represents the worldwide profession of landscape architecture, is soliciting nominations for its 2025 Jellicoe Award. Jellicoe Award is the highest honor that IFLA can bestow upon a landscape architect. The award recognizes living landscape architects whose achievements and contributions have had a unique and lasting impact on the welfare of society and the environment and the promotion of the profession of landscape architecture. The award is bestowed annually on academics or practitioners whose work and achievements are respected internationally. Nominations can be made by any person anywhere in the world. We also welcome nominations from IFLA member associations, delegates, members, and members of allied professional organizations. Nominations must consist of a brief letter, no longer than three pages, describing the nominee’s qualifications, including a summary of their background and achievements; professional work and/or teaching and publications; and a review of the nominee’s international contributions. Please submit nominations to the Secretariat for the IFLA Jellicoe Award at jellicoeaward@iflaworld.org. Nominations must be received by 31 January 2025. For more details, click here: https://lnkd.in/ebN8JNPA

Join us for an insightful and engaging webinar! Title: Landscape Architects Leading Climate Action: Nature-Based Solutions for a Regenerative Future 📅 Date: 28 January 2025 🕐 Time: 1 pm (GMT) 🔗 Register: https://lnkd.in/eNhkKZHx Join leading experts from IFLA, Turenscape, UNEP, and UN-Habitat as they unveil ground-breaking strategies for climate adaptation, mitigation, and restoration. This webinar will reflect on IFLA’s participation at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP29 Azerbaijan and the important role landscape architecture plays in showcasing practical techniques to address the climate crisis. Discover the innovative "Sponge City" concept; learn how landscape architects can contribute to UNEP's mission; and explore the collaborative efforts of IFLA and UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) in driving sustainable urban development. Be part of the movement to create resilient, regenerative communities in harmony with nature. 🎤 Moderator: Joy Mutai 👥 Speakers: Kongjian Yu Gulnara Roll Naomi Hoogervorst Steffi Schüppel Indra Purs #IFLA #landscapearchitects #landscapearchitecture #biodiversity #urbandevelopement

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our monthly webinar series! The International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA) invites you to our first webinar of 2025, which explores the power of nature-based solutions in addressing the dual climate and biodiversity crises. Join leading industry experts as they unveil ground-breaking strategies for climate adaptation, mitigation, and restoration.  Stay tuned for more details! Register using the link below : https://lnkd.in/eNhkKZHx #IFLA #landscapearchitects #landscapearchitecture #biodiversity

We are happy to announce that the Call for Abstracts is now open for the IFLA 2025 World Congress in Nantes! We encourage all interested participants to submit their abstracts in alignment with the Congress theme: "Guiding Landscapes". Authors are invited to select one of the two main topics and the corresponding sub-topics that best describe their submission: 1️⃣ Guiding Cities 🔹 Through what is alive (ecosystems, rainwater, soil, rivers) 🔹 With society (art, design, consultation, uses) 2️⃣ Guiding Territories 🔹 By changing the design of regional projects (energy landscapes, agroforestry, risks) 🔹 With legislative and social advances in planning (planning law, nature and society, heritage landscapes) For more details, visit our website: ifla2025.com/abstracts. The deadline to submit abstracts is 15th March 2025, at 23:59 CET. Nantes Métropole Fédération Française du Paysage #IFLA #IFLA2025 #landscapearchitects #landscapearchitecture

It's Not Too Late! 2025 Jellicoe Award Nominations Deadline Extended The International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA), which represents the worldwide profession of landscape architecture, is soliciting nominations for its 2025 Jellicoe Award. Jellicoe Award is the highest honor that IFLA can bestow upon a landscape architect. The award recognizes living landscape architects whose achievements and contributions have had a unique and lasting impact on the welfare of society and the environment and the promotion of the profession of landscape architecture. The award is bestowed annually on academics or practitioners whose work and achievements are respected internationally. Nominations can be made by any person anywhere in the world. We also welcome nominations from IFLA member associations, delegates, members, and members of allied professional organizations. Nominations must consist of a brief letter, no longer than three pages, describing the nominee’s qualifications, including a summary of their background and achievements; professional work and/or teaching and publications; and a review of the nominee’s international contributions. Please submit nominations to the Secretariat for the IFLA Jellicoe Award at jellicoeaward@iflaworld.org. Nominations must be received by 31 January 2025. For more details, click here: https://lnkd.in/ebN8JNPA

Landscape architects can play a pivotal role in creating greener, healthier urban spaces, and at IFLA we understand the importance of engaging with diverse practitioners and fostering connections to work collectively toward a sustainable environment. Don’t miss this insightful interview with Dr Gayle Souter-Brown, Landscape Architect at Greenstone Design UK Ltd. and IFLA’s special envoy, recorded at the 20th International Conference on Urban Health in Marrakech, organized by International Society for Urban Health (ISUH). Discover her perspectives on designing equitable green spaces and driving positive change in urban environments. Watch the video here: https://lnkd.in/ebF6DWJQ #landscapearchitects #ICUH2024 #urbanhealth #IFLA #landscapearchitecture

Deadline approaching: Call for nominations for the 2025 Jellicoe Award The International Federation of Landscape Architects (IFLA), which represents the worldwide profession of landscape architecture, is soliciting nominations for its 2025 Jellicoe Award. Jellicoe Award is the highest honor that IFLA can bestow upon a landscape architect. The award recognizes living landscape architects whose achievements and contributions have had a unique and lasting impact on the welfare of society and the environment and the promotion of the profession of landscape architecture. The award is bestowed annually on academics or practitioners whose work and achievements are respected internationally. Nominations can be made by any person anywhere in the world. We also welcome nominations from IFLA member associations, delegates, members, and members of allied professional organizations. Nominations must consist of a brief letter, no longer than three pages, describing the nominee’s qualifications, including a summary of their background and achievements; professional work and/or teaching and publications; and a review of the nominee’s international contributions. Please submit nominations to the Secretariat for the IFLA Sir Geoffrey Jellicoe Award at jellicoeaward@iflaworld.org. Nominations must be received by 15 January 2025. For more details, click here: https://lnkd.in/ebN8JNPA

World Economic Forum calls to hire Landscape Architects to create nature positive cities! Nature Positive Guidelines for the Transition in Cities (2024) by the World Economic Forum underscore the critical importance of integrating nature into urban environments to address pressing global challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and land degradation. This integration is not merely desirable but essential for creating sustainable and resilient cities. The report explicitly highlights the need to hire landscape architects and academics, whose expertise is important for successfully implementing and scaling nature-related initiatives. As the global fight against climate change and biodiversity loss intensifies, landscape architects are taking center stage. At IFLA, we are constantly advocating for the prominent role that landscape architects play. Hence, we have been: Strengthening Ties with UN Agencies: At the World Urban Forum 12 Egypt Forum, we celebrated the signing of an MoU with UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) to address urgent urban challenges by leveraging landscape architecture to design resilient, sustainable, and inclusive urban spaces. We also forged stronger partnerships with the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Health Organization (WHO) Urban Health Programme. A Voice at the COPs: IFLA actively participated in the three COPs held this year—COP16 Colombia on biodiversity, COP29 Azerbaijan on climate change, and COP16Riyadh on desertification. Our presence at these critical summits underscored our commitment to environmental stewardship and highlighted the vital role of landscape architects in mitigating climate change, conserving biodiversity, and combating desertification. Working Alongside Our Global Partners: We established impactful MoUs and partnerships this year with key organizations such as the World Green Infrastructure Network (WGIN), the Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture (CELA), and the Urban Biodiversity Network (URBIO). These partnerships amplify our collective voice and expand our capacity to address critical global issues. #landscapearchitects #IFLA #landscapearchitecture #climatechange #biodiversityloss #naturepositivecities