The Georgia Walks Summit brings together transportation and public health professionals, elected officials and city managers, community advocates, and other engaged professionals to share best practices, make pedestrian safety a priority and build momentum for walkable communities

Urban planning philosophies support planning for altruism, social wellbeing and the public good--and more recently, for happy neighborhoods, support of mental health and cultivation of social capital. This work advocates for a shift in planning towards interpersonal relationship and social network-oriented planning. This shift is important in today’s increasingly virtual, lonely world. It is also […]

Our First Friday networking event between practicing professionals and students is back! Only this time, you can build those connections from the comfort of your couch. While we would love the opportunity to get together and talk in person, a highlight of a virtual event is that planners from around the state can participate all […]

What can the disability community teach us about improving digital engagement? As local governments and planners seek to increase digital engagement, they can learn a lot from the disability community about generating accessible tools and inclusive engagement techniques. Join three disability rights organizations as they share more about their recent work.

In his talk, Julian Agyeman, Tufts University, will outline the concept of just sustainabilities as a response to the ‘equity deficit’ of much sustainability thinking and practice. He will explore his contention that who can belong in our cities will ultimately determine what our cities can become. He will illustrate his ideas with examples from […]

Prentiss Dantzler, Georgia State University, will discuss how housing costs are causing many people to wonder if they will be able to afford to stay in their homes. As a result, many countries have tried to address housing affordability by providing financial assistance to those who cannot pay their monthly housing expenses on their own. […]

We may be physically distant, but let’s reconnect with old friends! The Georgia Tech School of City and Regional Planning invites you to gather for a virtual alumni networking event on the spatial video conference platform, Gatherly. In order to plan the best event, please let us know you’re interested and we’ll send you more information! […]

GPA facilitates an annual Mentor Program. This year’s program will run from January to June 2021. We’re going virtual with small group conversations in addition to our regular programs. GPA members who are practicing planners at any career stage are encouraged to apply. Participants benefit from leadership development, professional development, career advice, and networking. Learn More […]

The GPA Spring 2021 Conference session proposal window is open through January 15. We welcome proposals tackling a variety of topics facing our communities statewide.

The Georgia Tech Student Planning Association, Black Lady Planners, and the School of City and Regional Planning are excited to host Darryl Haddock of the West Atlanta Watershed Alliance (WAWA) for World Planning Day. The discussion will educate attendees on some equity and nature-based solutions for change and the WAWA Way.  World Town Planning Day is […]

The DCA Office of Planning, in partnership with the Georgia Planning Association, offers a class called the Community Planning Institute to Georgia’s planning commissioners, elected officials, and local government staff.

Is your organization seeking a targeted opportunity for sponsorship?  Please consider becoming a Spring Conference sponsor. GPA offers a variety of sponsorship levels and benefits to highlight your firm or organization. For questions or more information, email Andrea Foard, VP of Programs. All submissions must be received by April 16, 2021. Become a Sponsor Now

Don't miss your opportunity to attend the virtual 2021 GPA Spring Conference. Registrations must be received by April 21st.  Register Here

This series aims to challenge us beyond the immediate crisis and onto a newer state where we have another chance to build strong community-research partnerships for good. By focusing on complex, societal problems that communities all over GA and the rest of the world face, we aim to provide innovative research and create partnerships to empower all.

NPC21 will be fully digital, May 5-7, 2021. Due to the ongoing pandemic and COVID-19 public gathering restrictions currently in place in Boston, NPC21 will take place as a virtual event. The NPC21 Call for Reviewers and Call for Proposals are both open now. We're looking for new and diverse voices, unique insights, and innovative, practical approaches that enable the planning community to successfully adapt to a rapidly changing world.

Serving on the Board is a great way to network, connect and give back to GPA, and help build an Association that you can be proud of. Take the opportunity to learn more about your profession and the organization making great communities happen in Georgia. Learn more here.  The nominations are due by May 15, […]