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October 7, 2020
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The APA Foundation is committed to helping bridge gaps in planning education and making our profession more representative of the communities we serve. Thanks to the generous support of APA Foundation donors, seven deserving students from four universities were awarded scholarships this summer. Congratulations, APA Foundation Scholars!
Support more students like these and join us in our mission by donating to the APA Foundation next Tuesday, October 13, for APA Giving Day.
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APA NEWS
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Spotlight planners' role toward an equitable recovery
As communities continue to navigate disruptive changes, planners are paving the way toward recovery. Through this year's National Community Planning Month theme, Planning Is Essential to Recovery, we are celebrating the role of planning and planners this October. We want to support you and your community toward an equitable and more resilient future. Join the conversation and share your story with #PlanningMonth.
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RESOURCES
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From October Planning
Inclusive language for inclusive communities
Hispanic, Latino, Latina, or Latinx? An urban planning scholar offers eight ways to be more accurate and intentional in our language. Plus — from sharing pronouns to adjusting job titles, the new PAS QuickNotes demonstrates how planners can be more gender inclusive.
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Planner Profile
A unique approach to planning and the urban environment
Suzanne-Juliette Mobley took her career path in an unconventional way. While she's not trained as a planner, her anthropology and political science background gives her a unique and important perspective on the urban environment. Learn about Mobley’s planning path as a New Orleans-based urbanist, organizer, and advocate. She is a member of the New Orleans City Planning Commission and an APA Arts and Culture Visiting Fellow.
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EVENTS
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Live Webinar
Sky's the Limit: Legal Implications for Drones
As technology continues to advance, drones and other autonomous aircraft present challenges and opportunities for planners. Our panel of leading experts will present updates on the legal implications and will cover public safety, privacy, and code enforcement issues. Join APA and the Planning and Law Division live on October 22 at noon CT. CM | 1.5 | Law
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Join APA's Ohio Chapter for a virtual planning and zoning workshop featuring both live and recorded sessions.
October 19-23
Virtual Hawaii Congress of Planning Officials
Join the annual meeting that brings together people who work on land use and development in Hawaii. |
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OPPORTUNITY
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FEMA opens applications for two hazard mitigation grant programs
Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities will support states, local communities, tribes and territories as they undertake hazard mitigation projects, reducing the risks they face from disasters and natural hazards. The Flood Mitigation Assistance Program provides funding to states, local communities, federally recognized tribes and territories. Both grant applications will be open from September 30, 2020 – January 21, 2021.
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AICP
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Prepare for the AICP exam
Are you planning on taking the AICP exam this November? The Student Representatives Council will be providing a platform for students and emerging planners to prepare for the exam together! This is your chance to connect with professional development officers and like-minded planners. Sign up and get on the mailing list for more details.
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IN MEMORIAM
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APA remembers the life of Lynn Jorgenson
APA Senior Leadership Associate Lynn Jorgenson died peacefully on September 18, after a short illness. She was a dedicated and valued member of the APA staff team for 21 years. She was a friend to everyone and will be missed by APA staff, leadership, and membership communities. Read member and staff reflections about Lynn.
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YOUR MEMBERSHIP
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Send questions or comments about Interact to interact@planning.org.
Interact is a member e-newsletter of the American Planning Association and its professional institute, the American Institute of Certified Planners.
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