Planning and the Black Community Division A Forum to Address Issues of Significance to the Black Community
For three decades the Planning and the Black Community Division (PBCD) of the American Planning Association has pursued its mission of providing a forum for discussion, research, and action by African-American planners, citizens, and students. In this position, PBCD fills a unique role.
PBCD 40th Anniversary Cruise to the Bahamas
Registration deadline is coming soon, book now for October 2020!
Fall 2019 Newsletter Now Available
The Fall 2019 Issue features highlights from NPC19, the division's response to Hurricane Dorian in the Atlantic, which impacted the Bahamas; and, information about PBCD's 40th Anniversary Celebration.
PBCD Activities at NPC
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January 1, 2001
Zoning with RLUIPA in Mind
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April 13, 2019
Opening Keynote Session
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April 13, 2019
AICP Community Planning Workshop
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April 13, 2019
GIS Workshop: 4/13 @ 10:30 AM - Using Story Maps to Tell the Story of Your Community
Division News & Opportunities
Planning and the Black Community Division - Events
- There are no upcoming Division-related events at this time.
Mission
The Planning and the Black Community Division (PBCD) of the APA is an organization that provides a national forum for planners, administrators, public officials, students, and other interested individuals to address issues of significance to the black community, promote exchange between members and other organizations, encourage and support professional development among black planners, and provide career information.