Support Indigenous Presence at ASLA 2025
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Help Amplify Indigenous Voices at ASLA 2025
The Indigenous Collective Group (ICG) envisions a future where Indigenous voices are amplified, equitably represented, and integrated into all aspects of landscape architecture. We are environmental stewards, designers, and professionals rooted in interconnectedness, creativity, and cultural continuity. Together, we foster a safe and resilient space that honors all generations, uplifts diverse worldviews, and nurtures reciprocal relationships with community and land.
This year, we have the extraordinary opportunity to bring our vision to life at the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) 2025 Conference in New Orleans — a place where we can stand together, share our stories, and help transform the field of landscape architecture for generations to come.
Our Efforts at ASLA 2025
Your support will help make possible:
- Learning Sessions & BaseCamp Presentation — Elevating Indigenous-led approaches to design, stewardship, and advocacy.
- Youth Workshop (October 9) — Engaging Native youth in hands-on learning, dialogue, and mentorship in landscape architecture.
- ICG Gathering (October 13) — Creating space for connection, ceremony, and community building.
- Welcoming Indigenous Guests — Ensuring hospitality, access, and support for those joining us from across Turtle Island.
Highlights of ASLA 2025
- Honoring our Host Nations: United Houma Nation & Chitimacha Tribe of Louisiana
- Featuring Special Guest Cody Blackbird — Native American musician, flutist, and activist
- Native Youth Workshop — Inspiring the next generation of leaders
- Celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day (Oct. 13)
Our Goal: $20,000
Funds will directly support:
- Travel and lodging for Indigenous presenters, youth, and community members
- Materials, supplies, and cultural items for workshops and presentations
- Honoraria for guest speakers and invited Indigenous guests
- Event space, food, and hospitality for ICG gatherings
- Outreach and storytelling to share our message beyond the conference
Why It Matters
We stand for a future where Indigenous lifeways, languages, and knowledge systems are honored, protected, and uplifted. The ASLA Conference is a powerful platform to:
- Transform landscape architecture practices
- Preserve and celebrate Indigenous storytelling, traditions, and languages
- Encourage community co-creation and relationship building
- Advocate for all beings and the land
Your contribution — whether $10, $50, or more — is a special investment in visibility, representation, and the next seven generations.
Let’s make sure Indigenous voices are not just included, but centered.
Donate today and share our campaign so together we can step into ASLA 2025 with strength, visibility, and unity.
Tyoxhtu' (Thank you so much)!
Sincerely,
Indigenous Collective Group Members
Organizer
Brenda Palacios Rodriguez
Organizer
Arabi, LA