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March 31, 2020
A Q&A With Houston's Top Women in Planning
In celebration of Women's History Month, two women who hold top Houston planning positions discuss their work and aspirations. -
February 28, 2020
4 Thrifty Tips to Experience NPC20 on a Budget
Thrifty tips and tricks from veteran NPC attendees will keep your costs down while still delivering the best conference experience possible. -
January 31, 2020
A Decade of NPC Memories
We’re jumping in a time machine to look back at the ’10s of NPC — motivating keynotes, creative sessions, and invaluable networking over 10 years. -
May 13, 2019
Planners Adapt as Infrastructure Gets Smarter
Technology is changing the ways we commute and communicate. How is this evolution influencing the physical shared space around us and the way it is managed? -
April 24, 2019
#NPC19 Social Media Rewind
From Twitter to Facebook, Instagram to Snapchat, take a look back at all things social media from NPC19 in San Francisco. -
April 17, 2019
NPC19 By the Numbers
NPC19 in San Francisco set a new record for attendance. Relive the conference, by the numbers. -
April 17, 2019
6 Things Planners ❤ About San Francisco
Planners left their hearts in San Francisco after NPC19. Here's what they loved most. -
April 16, 2019
NPC19 Live Feed — Tuesday
The 2019 National Planning Conference is taking place April 13–16 in San Francisco, and APA's communications team is covering the event live. -
April 15, 2019
NPC19 Live Feed — Monday
The 2019 National Planning Conference is taking place April 13–16 in San Francisco, and APA's communications team is covering the event live. -
April 14, 2019
NPC19 Live Feed — Sunday
The 2019 National Planning Conference is taking place April 13–16 in San Francisco, and APA's communications team is covering the event live. -
April 13, 2019
NPC19 Live Feed — Saturday
The 2019 National Planning Conference is taking place April 13–16 in San Francisco, and APA's communications team is covering the event live. -
April 12, 2019
NPC19 Is Curating Passion and Inspiration
NPC19 is a place where ideas are nurtured, as most everyone comes with an open mind and ready to share their experiences and skills, sparking dialogue that triggers creativity. -
April 11, 2019
San Francisco Is Working to Ensure Mobility Technology Advances Our Goals
“Emerging mobility” is rapidly changing how people — and products — get around. But how should public spaces facilitate these emerging mobility services? -
April 10, 2019
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at APA, and the NPC19 Plan4Equity Forum
NPC19's Plan4Equity Forum and the Arts & Planning Group Program and Social are part of a larger and ongoing effort and commitment by APA in the areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion. -
April 8, 2019
2019 AICP Community Planning Workshop in Downtown Oakland
Planning professionals from around the country will participate in the 2019 AICP Community Planning Workshop to contribute to discussions with local stakeholders on community benefits districts in the Lake Merritt BART station area in downtown Oakland, California. -
April 5, 2019
Why NPC Is My Favorite Event of the Year — And How It Keeps Getting Better
Planner John Reinhardt looks forward to the National Planning Conference as a highlight of his professional calendar. Here's why. -
April 5, 2019
Brett Culp: Acclaimed Filmmaker, NPC19 Closing Speaker
The 2019 National Planning Conference wraps up with a stimulating keynote address from Brett Culp, acclaimed filmmaker and social entrepreneur. -
April 3, 2019
Planning and Wildfire in the Wildland-Urban Interface
Planners have important roles to play in shaping communities that are safer and more resilient to wildfire. A new PAS Report shows the way. -
April 2, 2019
48 Hours to Explore in San Francisco
If you have 48 hours (or less) in San Francisco during NPC19, let this serve as your tour guide to the Golden Gate City. -
March 28, 2019
Student Sunday at NPC19
Check out NPC19’s #StudentSunday activities that are tailored to career development, post-graduation transition into the “real world,” and other fun, student-centric sessions and events. -
March 22, 2019
Vijay Gupta: Violinist, Activist, NPC19 Opening Keynote Speaker
Vijay Gupta, opening keynote speaker at the 2019 National Planning Conference, embodies APA’s mission of Creating Great Communities for All. -
March 19, 2019
Dive Right In to NPC19’s Interactive Sessions
Expand your professional perspective with our expert-led debates and interactive sessions at NPC19. -
March 12, 2019
Mix, Meet, and Mingle: Your NPC19 Networking Cheat Sheet
Mix, meet, and mingle your way through 2019 National Planning Conference networking events in San Francisco. -
March 4, 2019
Elevate Your Career at NPC19's Career Zone
Invest in your future with Career Zone opportunities at the 2019 National Planning Conference, available to all current or future job seekers. -
February 22, 2019
Your Top 7 Can’t Miss Activities at NPC19
Check out seven of the most out-of-the-box events coming up at the 2019 National Planning Conference in San Francisco. -
February 4, 2019
Five Great Places to Visit in the Bay Area During NPC19
Be sure to see these five Great Places in America in the Bay Area during the 2019 National Planning Conference. -
January 7, 2019
Introducing the NPC19 Program
NPC19's robust educational program covers emerging issues, new trends, and best practices in planning. Here’s what you’ll experience over four days in San Francisco. -
June 5, 2018
Efforts in Motion: Planning, Policy, and Equity
Equity remains one the most important issues facing planners today, and APA is committed to addressing the issue head on through our policy, research, and education work, including the upcoming Planning for Equity Policy Guide. -
May 21, 2018
Fostering Social Equity: “Equity Needs to Be Normal”
How can planners foster social equity in their communities? That question drove an engaging conversation between panelists and audience members at the “Fostering Social Equity” session at NPC18 in New Orleans. -
May 14, 2018
Empowering Youth — and Planners — at NPC18
A partnership between YEP! Youth Engagement Planning, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Southeast Louisiana, and APA's CPAT program organized a youth engagement workshop during the 2018 APA National Planning Conference in New Orleans. -
May 1, 2018
Navigating ‘One Water’ at NPC18
With New Orleans as the back-drop, NPC attendees learned about the relationship between water resource management and planning and the ‘One Water’ approach at a number of conference events. -
April 25, 2018
#NPC18 Social Media Rewind
A look back at social media stats and highlights from the 2018 National Planning Conference in New Orleans. -
April 25, 2018
NPC18 By the Numbers
NPC18 put up big numbers, both on social media and on the ground in New Orleans. Relive the conference, by the numbers. -
April 25, 2018
7 Things Planners ❤ About New Orleans
NOLA won the hearts of planners at NPC18. Here are the top seven things they loved. -
April 24, 2018
"We Have a Moment — Don't Lose It"
PolicyLink founder and CEO Angela Glover Blackwell wrapped up NPC18 with a call for attention to equity: "The fate of the nation rests on people like you." -
April 24, 2018
NPC18 Wrap Up: Tuesday, April 24
The 2018 National Planning Conference closed with an inspiring closing address, the final educational sessions, and the wrap-up of contests and conversations. Read our rundown of the final day of NPC18. -
April 24, 2018
NPC18 Wrap Up: Monday, April 23
NPC18 rolled on with another packed day of sessions, discussions, and the annual National Planning Awards luncheon. Catch up on what you may have missed, and see the highlights of what you did, in our wrap-up of all of the action on Monday. -
April 24, 2018
Tips and Services for Advancement at the NPC18 Career Zone
From networking tips to job interviews, from professional headshots to leadership training, attendees at the 2018 National Planning Conference had a variety of opportunities. -
April 23, 2018
NPC18 Wrap Up: Sunday, April 22
Day 2 of the 2018 National Planning Conference overflowed with educational sessions, imperative conversations on equity and affordable housing, and the opening of the Exhibit Hall with the Exhibitor Meet and Greet. See what you may have missed. -
April 23, 2018
Can Planners Get Ahead of the Autonomous Vehicle Wave?
Autonomous vehicles sessions continued to draw crowds on Monday at the 2018 National Planning Conference where more than 20 sessions on the topic are on offer. -
April 23, 2018
2018 Awards: Recognizing Planning Excellence
The 2018 APA National Planning Award recipients were recognized at a special luncheon on April 23, 2018. -
April 22, 2018
NPC18 Wrap Up: Saturday, April 21
Wondering what happened at Day 1 of NPC18? You've come to the right place. -
April 22, 2018
APA Leaders Tackle Full Agendas at NPC18
APA leaders gathered in New Orleans before the start of the 2018 National Planning Conference for a series of leadership meetings. -
April 21, 2018
Derreck Kayongo Urges Planners to Show Their Passion
Derreck Kayongo of the Global Soap Project kicked off the 2018 National Planning Conference with a call to lift up voices from all members of planners' communities. Watch a recording of his passionate address. -
April 9, 2018
All About AICP at NPC18
Learn all about the AICP sessions coming up at the 2018 National Planning Conference in New Orleans, April 21–24. -
April 6, 2018
Diving in to Leadership With Purpose
The Planning Leadership Institute is a full day of intensive training and professional reflection designed to provide the skills and mindsets planning professionals need. -
April 6, 2018
Planning Management Institute: Your Once-a-Year Opportunity
The Planning Management Institute provides an intensive, interactive developmental opportunity at NPC18 for people who manage, or will soon manage a public or private-sector planning department. -
April 5, 2018
NPC18 Water and Planning Guide: 7 Must-Attend Events
Attend the following water and planning related events at the National Planning Conference to learn about a broad range of topics related to planning for water and addressing water resource challenges. -
April 4, 2018
Blue Bikes in the Big Easy
Blue Bikes, New Orleans's bike share system, was launched in December 2017. Learn about the planning and implementation process and how to use them to get around at NPC18. -
March 30, 2018
Students: Welcome to NPC18!
Students: Get a sample of the opportunities in store for you at the 2018 National Planning Conference.
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