Planning and the Black Community Division A Forum to Address Issues of Significance to the Black Community
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Division is to provide a forum and platform for planners, administrators, public officials, students, and other interested individuals to address issues of significance to the black community.
Check in with on the First Fridays of each month!
Purpose of the Meetings
Our monthly meetings align with the Division’s goals to:
- Foster a Collaborative Network: Provide a platform for planners to share expertise, build professional skills, and advance the role of planning in empowering Black communities. These meetings encourage active interaction and learning among members to promote security and competence in the field.
- Share Knowledge and Resources: Disseminate materials, updates, and insights on current planning practices, theories, and innovations, ensuring members stay informed about trends and opportunities within the profession.
- Advocate for Change: Equip members with tools and strategies to influence legislation and planning policies that address workplace fairness, equity, and anti-discrimination efforts, directly benefiting Black communities and planners.
- Promote Social Equity: Strengthen connections with other APA Divisions, Chapters, and allied organizations to foster partnerships that prioritize social equity in planning efforts.
- Encourage Communication and Professional Growth: Offer members a chance to participate in dynamic discussions, ask questions, and gain insights from their peers through newsletters, workshops, webinars, and other forms of professional communication.
- Build Strategic Alliances: Develop partnerships to support grassroots planning, enhance community participation, and address systemic challenges in short- and long-term planning efforts.