American Planning Association

From traditional live education sessions to short-burst learning opportunities and on-demand learning choices, #NPC21 offers experiences that fit your style of learning. Register today!https://bit.ly/3sNxjsh 

If you have an approved #AICP application, now is the time to register for the May AICP Certification Exam — even if you haven't submitted your essays! Exam registration is open until April 30.

Jobs in Oregon, California, Missouri, Indiana, Virginia, and Texas posted today https://planning.org/jobs/search  #PlanningJobs

Well-designed public spaces are inclusive ones. In this members-only exclusive, #PlanMag offers 5 ways to create third places that welcome and support all.

The application of computer algorithms that mimic human decision-making could have immense influence on communities and the planning profession. We’ve gathered background resources, policy guidance, pros/cons and more in the new #AI KnowledgeBase collection from APA Research.

Jobs in California, Colorado, Kansas, North Carolina, Arizona, and Iowa posted today https://planning.org/jobs/search  #PlanningJobs

#GIS is giving planners "insight into what may or may not be happening within a physical structure of the home, what some residents might be facing, and what assistance they need," says Alice Kennedy, Acting Commissioner, DHCD, Baltimore City.https://bit.ly/3dUrWRX 

For planners looking to build skills or create a more flexible work life, gig work could be the answer. #PlanMaghttps://bit.ly/3d5SKj0 

With the all-new #NPC21 Connect virtual environment, you'll get to create your own mini-me avatar to connect with friends and colleagues, meet new people and engage 1:1 with other attendees and speakers. Get ready to mingle, socialize, and build meaningful relationships!

Testing planning ideas virtually can improve outcomes, expand public engagement, and reduce financial risks. That's where smart city digital twins come in. #PlanMaghttps://bit.ly/39EBP4Z 

How can planners help increase gender equity? "Feminist City" author Leslie Kern (@LellyK) joins host Courtney Kashima, AICP (@planningmuse) to discuss on the APA podcast.https://bit.ly/3dpnx9j 

For many, lack of transportation is the biggest barrier to getting vaccinated against #COVID19. What can cities do to change that now? #PlanMaghttps://bit.ly/39C7CDD 

How can planners help create environments where individuals with autism can thrive? Planning & design implementations should ensure individuals feel: 1. Connected 2. Free 3. Clear 4. Private 5. Safe 6. Calm #AutismAcceptanceMonthhttps://bit.ly/3s5YBZV 

Jobs in South Dakota, New York, Illinois, Oregon, Michigan, Colorado, South Carolina, Florida, Remotely, Arizona, California, and Minnesota posted today https://planning.org/jobs/search  #PlanningJobs

A Detroit neighborhood continues to suffer from a century of land-use decisions that put economic development before public health. See what has happened with housing closest to the refinery since #PlanMag originally covered this story last October.https://bit.ly/3wB7Ft4 

#AmericanJobsPlan includes $20B to reconnect neighborhoods cut off by historic investments. This APA Award-winning plan shows how an infrastructure project can be transformative, reconnecting people culturally, socially, & physically. #FBFridayhttps://bit.ly/2RoOv9N 

Increasingly, communities are buying out flood-damaged properties from homeowners anxious to exit flood-prone lands. But what happens next to those properties? APA's latest #ZoningPractice explores the zoning & management of land affected by disaster-related acquisition programs.

Jobs in Vermont, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Illinois, New Jersey, Texas, Virginia, Florida, California, Maryland, and Massachusetts posted today https://planning.org/jobs/search  #PlanningJobs