American Planning Association is a professional organization focused on the field of urban planning and related services. It offers resources, training, and support for planners, including certification and advocacy. Self-described as an organization that promotes planning as a vital part of community development.

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American Planning Association | 67,513 followers on LinkedIn. Creating Great Communities for All | The American Planning Association is an independent, not-for-profit educational association organized to advance the art and science of urban and regional planning. APA  and its members provide leadership by advocating excellence in community planning, promoting education and citizen empowerment, and providing the tools and support necessary to meet the challenges of growth and change.

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Planning departments in future-focused communities should be prepared to meet customers where they are – online. A digital government solution can streamline processes for both planners and residents or contractors while reducing negative environmental impact from paper use and increasing citizen engagement. Learn how a digital government solution can help foster future- focused communities. https://plnn.org/3CKCNhb #sponsored by Tyler Technologies

Paper-based permitting and planning workflows of the past are cumbersome, resulting in an arduous workload and citizen frustration. Workflows are brought online and streamlined with a digital government solution, leading to a brighter future for communities. Learn more about how digital government solutions can prepare communities for the future. #sponsored by Tyler Technologies https://plnn.org/3CKCNhb

As planners, we often talk about 'resilience,' but has the term lost some of its power? When key concepts become buzzwords, it can be harder to make meaningful change. In #PlanMag Jack Heide, AICP, explores 4 critical reasons why overusing terms like 'resilience' can be problematic for our field. https://plnn.org/3U

Last week, APA joined the international community in Cairo, Egypt, for the 12th World Urban Forum to exchange ideas and learn new ways to uplift and support planners at home and abroad. #WUF12 https://plnn.org/3Z8OgQA

"Today, November 8, the Global Planners Network — the largest gathering of national and international planning associations — proudly recognizes the 75th anniversary of World Town Planning Day". Read the full #WTPD2024 statement at the link ↓ https://plnn.org/4fA6PCy

Join us this Friday, November 8th, for the 2024 #WorldTownPlanningDay 🌍 online conference! This year's theme is "Homes Start with Planning", featuring sessions focusing on the role of planning in delivering housing that meets the needs of communities. Register for free today! (CM available) https://planning.org/wtpd/

🎉 Congratulations to Resilient Jacksonville - recipient of this year's Resilience & Sustainability Award! This groundbreaking plan merges a science-based approach with community collaboration to build a more resilient future for Jacksonville. #APAawards City of Jacksonville https://plnn.org/3BTKz88

🎉 Congratulations to Austin Independent School District 's Equity-Based Long-Range Plan - recipient of the Advancing Diversity and Social Change in Honor of Paul Davidoff Award! Through the Equity By Design framework, the plan reshaped decision-making by creating transparency and a community-driven process, ultimately leading to the approval of Austin’s largest-ever bond program. #APAawards DLR Group https://plnn.org/3NHv71E

🎉 Congratulations Reimagine Middle Branch plan - the recipient of this year's Planning Excellence Award! This plan offers a roadmap to transform both the physical landscape and the social fabric of South Baltimore. #APAawards https://plnn.org/3YnG1P6

🎉 Congratulations to Newark360: Shaping Our City Together - recipient of this year's Daniel Burnham Award for a Comprehensive Plan! Discover how Newark's visionary plan tackles key issues like rising housing costs, air quality concerns, and the shortage of well-paying jobs, all to build a vibrant and inclusive future for everyone. #APAawards https://plnn.org/3A9H3pP

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