This Month's Highlights:
IFLA APR FutureScape: Evolving Skills and Talent in Landscape Architecture - Contribute Here Nominations for IFLA world-level elections are now open - Nominate Here Recording Now Available: IFLA APR Talk & Share - Rewatch Here |
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Welcome to the March Edition of IFLA APR's Newsletter!
This month, Chris Tidswell, President of IFLA APR, shares updates on active initiatives within the region, highlighting collaboration opportunities with IFLA World and various committees. He also announces the upcoming launch of the IFLA APR Jobs Board which we would like to invite you to participate in a survey that will help us assess the essential skills in the industry.
Additionally, IFLA World is currently accepting nominations for IFLA world-level elections until April 15. They are also calling for participation in a new initiative focusing on Migration and Landscape to address the critical challenges faced by displaced communities worldwide.
Lastly, The World Cities Summit is happening from 2 - 4 June 2024, a global platform for leaders and experts to discuss sustainable city challenges, share urban solutions, and build new partnerships. Also, if you missed the IFLA APR March Talk & Share, you can catch up by watching the recording on our YouTube channel. |
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| President's Message: March 2024 |
| In this month's president's message, Chris shares the IFLA APR active initiatives, emphasizing collaboration with IFLA World and various committee opportunities across the region. Additionally, he announces the upcoming launch of the IFLA APR Jobs Board, facilitating the sharing of job opportunities among member nations to encourage cross-national collaboration and skill exchange. |
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| IFLA APR FutureScape Survey |
| This survey assesses the importance of various skills, anticipates skill evolution, identifies emerging technologies, and evaluates internship opportunities and talent sourcing methods in landscape architecture. By participating, you'll be eligible for an introductory price for the IFLA APR Job Board and contribute to shaping the future of the profession. |
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| Nominations for IFLA world-level elections are now open |
| IFLA has opened its call for nominations for various positions within it’s Executive Committee.
National Association Delegates to IFLA and ExCo Officers may submit up to two nominations for each position. Nominees must provide written consent, a manifesto, biography, and photo.
The deadline for completed nominations is 15 April 2024, with electronic voting taking place from 15 May to 14 June 14 2024. |
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| IFLA Initiative on Migration and Landscape: Call for Participation |
| IFLA's new initiative focuses on Migration and Landscape, addressing the pressing challenges of displaced communities globally.
As a landscape architect, we are uniquely qualified to contribute to creating multifunctional landscapes with concerns for food production, food security, and sovereignty as well as, the pursuit of territorial justice.
Initiators: Carlos Jankilevich, Chair, IFLA Working Group on Agriculture and Landscape María Bellalta, Professor & Dep. Head, Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning, College of Design, North Carolina State University. Jeff Hou, Professor of Landscape Architecture, University of Washington, Seattle |
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| The biennial World Cities Summit (WCS) is a global platform for city leaders and experts to discuss sustainable urban challenges and solutions. The 9th edition will be held from 2 - 4 June 2024, in Singapore, under the theme "Liveable and Sustainable Cities: Rejuvenate, Reinvent, Reimagine."
The event features a main conference, WCS Mayors Forum, Young Leaders Symposium, and an exhibition, focusing on creating smart, resilient, and regenerative cities across five thematic tracks. |
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| Recording Now Available: IFLA APR Talk & Share |
| The recording for March's Talk & Share session is now available on Youtube!
The session centered on the ethical considerations within landscape architecture and tourism, providing strategies for recognizing both ethical and unethical practices among design professionals. Speakers discussed the challenges involved in maintaining ethical design principles and offered insights into navigating these complexities. |
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| Stay tuned for our upcoming talk and sharing session on 25 April, where we will delve into bridging circular cities and landscape architecture! |
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| Contribute To Our IFLA APR Newsletter! |
| Want to share your opinion or expertise on landscape architecture with the IFLA APR community of more than 10,000? Have an event you think the community would be interested to attend?
We invite you to submit your article or event to us. Get your voice heard, your piece could be featured here and on the IFLA APR website! Let us know your intention to submit now!
*All feature requests are subject to approval by IFLA APR. Event information should be submitted at least 21 days before event. |
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| Join Our Young LA Alliance |
| Are you a passionate Landscape Architect under the age of 35?
The Young LA Alliance is a free membership program providing opportunities for young professionals to grow and learn. This global network of passionate Landscape Architects is ready to shape the future of the industry.
Join this community and engage with your peers, learn about the profession through potential mentorships, and more. Unleash your potential and take your first leap as a young Landscape Architect with IFLA in the Young LA Alliance. |
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