The Landscape Institute (LI) priorities for this year centres around People, Membership and Systems. Within those key focus areas, the LI plans to work collaboratively with our Northern Ireland (NI) members to rebuild the NI Branch.
For several years now, there has not been an active Branch in Northern Ireland, despite the best efforts of some members. Therefore, the Board has taken the decision to suspend the Branch until the next AGM when members will elect a new branch committee.
The LI Board has expressed their commitment to rebuild a robust and fully functional Branch in place for members to enjoy the benefits of a local supportive network. To organise local events, build strong networks with communities and organisations within the area as well as increasing member engagement. Providing our members with the tools and resources, and on-going support from staff to ensure our members are equipped for their professional development journey.
Carolin Göhler, President-Elect at the Landscape Institute said, “Our members are the core of everything we do. We are looking forward to working with members in Northern Ireland over the next year to provide them with the support they need to rebuild the nation’s community of landscape professionals and elect a new NI Committee at the branch AGM in spring 2024.”
Next steps
Our NI members will play a crucial role in shaping the Branch and we are seeking your views and ideas to create a group they wish to be part of. A number of staff members will be visiting the region in the autumn to meet our NI members in-person by organising a series of meetings and workshops.
Staff members will also provide details of our new operational infrastructure, which will improve our digital communications and processes.
An update of our plans for this year around a volunteer strategy, addressing the skills shortages and climate and biodiversity.
More details about the visit and programme will be shared with you all very soon. We look forward to seeing you all in the autumn.
