APA Ambassadors
Program Details
The APA Ambassador Program is a volunteer activity led by members of the American Planning Association with the goal of increasing awareness and understanding of the power and value that the planning profession brings to communities. Particular emphasis is placed on reaching audiences of diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and economic backgrounds. Benefits of joining the Ambassadors program include pro bono CM credits and access to national online forum to share resources and form local teams.
The 2020 APA Ambassador program is well under way members are volunteering their time and expertise across the U.S. and abroad. We continue to see a diverse array of participants, new types of activities, and creative approaches to civic engagement. Throughout the year, Ambassadors share their experiences in the APA blog and on social media using #APAAmbassadors.
APA Ambassadors Information Sheet
Meet the Ambassadors
See the current list of Ambassadors and read the profiles of a few of our our Ambassadors. Learn about that explore the ways they are involved in their communities, their techniques, challenges, and tips for future participants.
Ambassador Blog Posts
November 24, 2020
APA Ambassadors Adapt During COVID-19 With Self-Guided Tours
January 8, 2020
APA Ambassador Inspires Preschool Envelope City
August 26, 2019
STEAM Initiative Welcomes APA Ambassador's Planning Activity
November 20, 2018
APA Ambassador Leads Florida Students in Mock Council Meeting
October 8, 2018
APA Ambassadors Use “The Lorax” to Teach Planning Lessons to Youth
August 14, 2018
APA Ambassador Highlights Planning on Palm Springs Career Day
July 17, 2018
APA Ambassador Brings Children’s Workshop to Life in Texas
June 18, 2018
APA Ambassador Turns Students into Map Makers in Polk City, Florida

Florida State University students organized a Box Cities event for the APA Ambassador program. Photo courtesy Yes Segura.