The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) believes that all people should have equitable access, independence, and inclusion in their surroundings. Below is an outline of the various accessibility services and resources available to ensure everyone can fully participate in the conference experience.
The accessibility and special accommodations below are specific to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Safety & Accessibility - MCCNO
For hotel accessibility and special accommodations, please contact the hotel directly.
Reserved accessibility and special accommodations seating within education sessions
Trained service animals are permitted in the convention center to provide assistance to individuals with disabilities
The convention center provides service ramps to entrances and elevated areas, automatic doors, an array of passenger elevators, restroom facilities, as well as braille instructions and directional signage at strategic locations throughout the building.
Wheelchair lifts will be provided to accommodate speakers who may require this assistance, upon advance request
Information regarding wheelchairs and motorized mobility scooters rental for usage at the convention center – Rent a Mobility Scooter
Wheelchair accessible buses for bus tours (except for tours noted as not wheelchair accessible)
Live captioning of classroom education sessions and the general session
American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters, upon advance request
Affinity Groups: Attendees are invited to join Affinity Group Meet Ups where you can connect with others who share similar interests, backgrounds or experiences.
No one is required to disclose a disability or detailed explanation for a special accommodation, but we can better meet specific needs if we know well ahead of the conference that a reasonable disability-related accommodation will be needed.
ASLA respectfully asks that individuals needing accessibility and special accommodations provide us with advanced notice, when possible, and pertinent information during the registration process.
Additionally, please email ASLA staff at conferences@asla.org for accessibility and special accommodations requests by September 9, 2025. While we will do our best, arrangements cannot be guaranteed after this date.
For on-site accessibility and special accommodations questions, please visit the registration desk.
Affiliate Event Accessibility/Special Accommodations Information
If you have questions or concerns about specific non-ASLA hosted events, please contact the event's organizers directly.