The Georgia Planning Association

The Georgia Planning Association is an official Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA). We’re a 1,100-plus member organization of professional planners and planning officials who serve Georgia’s communities in many ways, at all levels of government, the private sector and not-for-profit organizations. The GPA will continue to provide a place where planners can share their expertise and ideas with policymakers and the general public for the benefit of Georgia and its citizens.

Upcoming Events

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December 12
GPA members can attend the monthly Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) committee meetings held virtually during lunch via MS Teams. Please email Erin Thoresen, chair to get on the list for the...
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February 3
This practical course gives public officials and service leaders a foundation in AI concepts relevant to government...
March 23
Advance your expertise in economic development planning with Georgia Tech’s nationally recognized 3-day Basic Economic Development course, accredited by the International Economic Development...
March 24
Save the date for the 2026 Spring Conference at the Gas South Convention Center in Duluth. We look forward to seeing you there! More details to...

Job Listings

Marietta, Georgia
Cartersville, Georgia
Decatur, Georgia
Woodstock, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia

Current News

Welcome New GPA District 4 Director
Nov 17, 2025
The GPA Board welcomes Ms. Amanda Jensen, AICP, CFM to serve as the District 4 Director for the term vacated by Jenny...
National APA/Rutgers Solar Survey for Planners
Nov 6, 2025
Large-scale solar energy is growing, but comes with major siting challenges. Rutgers University and APA are conducting...
President’s Message – November
Nov 3, 2025
As we begin the month of Thanksgiving, I would like to take a moment to give thanks to all of you who have actively...
Two Georgia Projects Receive National APA Awards
Nov 3, 2025
Gwinnett County, Georgia received the Daniel Burnham Award for a Comprehensive Plan for the Gwinnett County 2045...

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