The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) is a national organization based in Washington DC with 49 chapters and over 15,000 members across the United States.

With over 500 members, the purpose of the Southern California Chapter shall be the advancement of knowledge, education, and skill in the art and science of landscape architecture as an instrument of service in the public welfare.

To this end, the Chapter shall promote the profession of landscape architecture and advance the practice through advocacy, education, communication, and fellowship.