Planning Advocacy

PLANNING ADVOCACY

National Community Planning Month

The achievements of planning are celebrated in October with National Community Planning Month. The annual event kicks off with the announcement of APA's Great Places in America, and includes a wealth of resources designed to help planners educate others about the value of what we do.

Policy Advocacy

APA National provides a wealth of resources that can keep you informed about important policy developments, and also build your capacity to advocate for good planning. Some important resources:

Planners' Advocacy Network provides tips, tools, and training geared toward shaping policy at the federal level. Visit the Planners' Advocacy Network.

APA National’s Advocate’s Toolbox provides special access to a suite of tools needed to affect change on Capitol Hill and beyond. Click here to learn more about their advocacy resources, the Legislative Action Center, success stories, and more.