APA Interact October 14, 2020

This Week at APA
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October 14, 2020
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A planner's work influences the advancement of equity and inclusion. An essential step to inclusive planning is gender-inclusive language. In the latest edition of PAS QuickNotes, the importance of using gender-inclusive language in planning is explained, and tangible solutions for planners are offered.

Looking to dive even deeper? Then explore gender mainstreaming — a practice of inclusive policies, regulations, and planning for gender equity that is currently employed by planners in the European Union to address the imbalance in women's access to and control of public resources and spaces. This recent PAS Memo explains what gender mainstreaming looks like in practice and how it can be integrated into U.S. planning practice.
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APA Statement: Keep counting until everyone is counted

Yesterday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the Census Bureau can end the self-response deadline before the end of the month. APA supports a full and accurate count, as this is crucial to our members and the communities they serve. Read our full response to the SCOTUS decision.
RESOURCES
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Podcast
Closing the digital gap

Throughout October for National Community Planning Month, we are highlighting the role of planning and planners in leading communities toward an equitable and more resilient future.
Listen to the APA podcast with Anna Read, AICP, officer for the broadband research initiative at The Pew Charitable Trusts, about how several communities are closing the digital divide and improving accessibility for all. Want to get started in your community? Read recommends starting with three resources:
Discounted books for planners

Taylor & Francis Group have partnered with APA to bring you additional benefits. On the new members-exclusive page, you will find the latest and bestselling titles, free content, and links to author articles.

Members receive 30% off Routledge and Planners Press books using the code APA30 at checkout.
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Planning Magazine
Planners as therapists, cities as clients

A dual background in social work and urban planning gives Jose Richard Aviles a unique perspective on community engagement. In this month's Viewpoint, they explain three ways planners can adapt concepts from social work to better serve our communities.
EVENTS
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Live Webinar
Sky's the Limit: Legal Implications for Drones

What do a planner, a professor, an author and an attorney have in common? They're all drone buffs and hosting the next live webinar! Join APA and the Planning and Law Division on October 22 at noon CT for "Sky's the Limit." Our panel of leading experts will present updates on the legal implications and will cover public safety, privacy, and code enforcement issues. Make plans to learn how this emerging technology can be used to enhance planning efforts. CM | 1.5 | Law
OPPORTUNITIES
Apply for a grant to create healthier communities

Does your community want to create a healthy, active, and engaged place? America Walks and Active People, Health Nations partners have announced another round of Community Change Grant. This program will award grantees $1,500 in community stipends. Applications are due November 9.
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Jackson, WY
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Village of La Grange Park
La Grange Park, IL
Housing Needs Assessment
City of Pittsburgh - Department of City Planning
Pittsburgh, PA
Design Standards and Streetscape Guidelines
The Energy Corridor District
Houston, TX
Active Transportation Plan
County of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA
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