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Join the Planning and the Black Community Division for its 40th anniversary at Forward, a two-day virtual conference, November 6–7, to address issues of significance to the Black community and map a path toward the next 40 years.
The opening session "Black Planners Emerge" examines the experience of Black planners in their pursuit of social justice, racial inclusion, and diversity within the planning profession. All are welcome to attend for educational sessions, networking opportunities, and a student mixer.
APA's Planning and the Black Community Division provides a forum for sharing knowledge and supporting professional development among Black planners. |
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RESOURCES |
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Planning for an equitable recovery
As National Community Planning Month concludes, we encourage you to continue sharing your story. Hear from Sam Assefa, director of Seattle's Office of Planning & Community Development, on how planners in Seattle are using data and a big-picture framework to plan for an equitable, resilient recovery that is anchored by a race and social justice lens. |
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Planning First Look
Elevating Black voices in planning
"There are not a lot of Black planners in the world of planning — I want to see them progress in the field." In this Q&A, Gisla Augustin speaks on how her new podcast, The Urban Planner's Podcast, is building awareness, representation, and community. |
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APA Learn
Trending now: Policy and Advocacy Conference Collection
Does Election Day have you thinking about policy and advocacy? You can catch up on crucial topics like becoming an adaptive leader to tackle the housing crisis, elements of planning an equitable recovery, gaining advocacy insights from members of Congress and former officials, and more in the 2020 Policy and Advocacy Conference Collection. CM | 10.5 |
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AICP |
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Reducing barriers to certification
If planners are to achieve equitable communities that reflect the needs and vision of their residents, the planning profession must include more diverse perspectives. To help reduce a barrier to AICP Certification, the AICP Diversity Scholarships offer financial assistance for applying for AICP Certification. Contact your local chapter Professional Development Officer to learn more about applying for 2021 scholarships. |
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Don't let COVID interrupt your career goals
If you already have an approved AICP Certification Application, this is your last chance to register for the November 2020 exam. Register by October 30 for a safe, convenient online or in-person testing appointment during the November exam window.
Looking for the next step in your planning career? Learn more about the value of AICP certification and make 2021 your year of AICP. The next application window opens December 1! |
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Planner I
Larimer County Community Development
Fort Collins, CO |
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