Volunteer with WxLA!

Join the WxLA Coalition!

Are you passionate about advancing gender justice in landscape architecture? WxLA is looking for advocates and leaders from across the country who share our mission and want to help us grow our movement.

Since launching six years ago, WxLA has become a powerful voice for womxn in our profession—raising awareness of the barriers to equity, creating strategies for change, and celebrating new models of practice. Our action-oriented initiatives include the first ever Women’s Landscape Equality (re)Solution, a vibrant media presence, and the WxLA Scholarship program, which has already supported dozens of recipients.

Now, WxLA is expanding its infrastructure. We are seeking new board members and volunteers to help us take this young nonprofit to the next level. Board members and volunteers will:

  • Promote and champion the mission of WxLA;

  • Provide strategic guidance and hands-on support for programs;

  • Act as ambassadors to stakeholders and communities;

  • Contribute ideas, resources, and professional networks to advance our objectives.

 

Ideal candidates bring experience in landscape architecture, activism, or the nonprofit sector, along with a strong track record of leadership, advocacy, or resource-building.

Later this year, we’ll issue an official call for volunteers. At that time, we’ll ask you to share your interests, skills, and capacities so we can align roles with your strengths and amplify our collective impact.

“Since our launch, we have grown into a movement of thousands,” said Rebecca Leonard, WxLA Board Member. “We look forward to bringing new passionate voices to enrich our vision and expand our reach.”

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WxLA Volunteer Roles

VOLUNTEER COORDINATION

Director – Volunteer Coordination

  • The Director of Volunteer Coordination will develop, lead, and sustain WxLA’s volunteer program by recruiting, training, evaluating, recognizing, and retaining volunteers while creating clear pathways for volunteers to support organizational programs and advance into leadership roles.

Deputy Director – Volunteer Coordination

  • The Deputy Director of Volunteer Coordination supports the Director in developing, coordinating, and sustaining WxLA’s volunteer program. They assist with volunteer recruitment, training, engagement, recognition, and leadership development while helping ensure volunteers are connected to meaningful opportunities across the organization. 

Volunteer

  • Volunteers support the Director and Deputy Director by helping coordinate volunteer activities, engage and recognize participants, and advance opportunities across WxLA’s programs. They contribute their time, skills, and ideas to strengthen the volunteer experience and help build a connected, active volunteer community. 


BUSINESS AFFAIRS

Director – Business Affairs

  • The Director of Business Affairs will oversee WxLA’s financial, legal, and human resources administration, ensuring sound financial management, accurate reporting and filings, contract compliance, and adherence to organizational and regulatory requirements.

Deputy Director – Business Affairs

  • The Deputy Director of Business Affairs supports the Director in managing WxLA’s financial, legal, and human resources administration, helping ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and effective organizational operations. They assist with contracts, filings, financial processes, and administrative needs while helping maintain strong organizational practices. 

Volunteer – Business Affairs

  • Volunteers support the Director and Deputy Director with administrative, financial, legal, and organizational tasks that help strengthen WxLA’s operations. They contribute their time, skills, and attention to detail to support accurate records, efficient processes, and organizational compliance. 

FUND DEVELOPMENT

Director – Fund Development

  • The Director of Fund Development will lead WxLA’s fundraising and revenue development efforts by cultivating individual donors, earned income, sponsorships, partnerships, and grants while building strategic relationships and advancing the organization’s mission and financial sustainability.

Deputy Director – Fund Development

  • The Deputy Director of Fund Development supports the Director in advancing WxLA’s fundraising and revenue development efforts by cultivating donors, sponsors, partners, and grant opportunities. They assist with relationship building, fundraising initiatives, and development activities that strengthen the organization’s financial sustainability and mission. 

Volunteer – Fund Development

  • Volunteers support the Director and Deputy Director in fundraising and revenue development activities, including donor outreach, sponsorships, events, partnerships, and grant efforts. They contribute their skills, networks, and ideas to help expand WxLA’s support base and advance its mission. 

MARKETING, COMMUNICATIONS, & OUTREACH

Director – Marketing, Communications, & Outreach

  • The Director of Marketing, Communications, & Outreach will lead WxLA’s brand, communications, and public outreach efforts by expanding its digital presence, managing its image and messaging, promoting programs and partnerships, and increasing awareness through traditional, social, and multimedia channels.

Deputy Director – Marketing, Communications, & Outreach

  • The Deputy Director of Marketing, Communications, & Outreach supports the Director in advancing WxLA’s brand, communications, and public outreach efforts. They assist with digital content, messaging, program promotion, partnerships, and outreach initiatives that increase awareness and engagement with the organization. 

Volunteer – Marketing, Communications, & Outreach

  • Volunteers support the Director and Deputy Director with marketing, communications, and outreach activities, including content creation, social media, event promotion, and public engagement. They contribute their skills and ideas to help amplify WxLA’s voice, programs, and impact. 

PROGRAMS & SERVICES

Director – Programs & Services

  • The Director of Programs & Services will lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of WxLA’s existing and new programs, including the Scholars Program, ensuring that activities align with the organization’s mission, engage participants and volunteers, and deliver measurable impact.

Deputy Director – Programs & Services

  • The Deputy Director of Programs & Services supports the Director in developing, implementing, and evaluating WxLA’s programs and services, including the Scholars Program. They assist with program coordination, participant and volunteer engagement, and evaluation efforts to ensure programs are impactful and aligned with the organization’s mission. 

Volunteer – Programs & Services

  • Volunteers support the Director and Deputy Director in coordinating and delivering WxLA’s programs and services, including events, initiatives, and the Scholars Program. They contribute their time, skills, and ideas to help engage participants, strengthen programming, and advance WxLA’s mission.

SPECIAL HYBRID ROLES

Event Squad Volunteer:

  • Event Planner Volunteers support the Programs & Services team in planning and executing the annual WxLA Celebration at the National ASLA Conference. They develop event logistics, vendor and venue coordination, communications, guest engagement, and on-site execution to help create a welcoming and memorable experience for WxLA Scholars and attendees.

For more information, contact Brett Weidl, Director, Volunteer Coordination (bweidl@mkskstudios.com).