Georgia Academy for Economic Development offers opportunities to take a deep dive on the specific requirements of industrial recruitment and the incentive process, join us for this one-day class where you will learn the components of a successful industrial recruitment program. Beneficial to economic development professionals, development authority board members, and elected officials. The cost is $195.00 for the day-session. Learn More.

Georgia Academy for Economic Development offers opportunities to take a deep dive on the specific requirements of industrial recruitment and the incentive process, join us for this one-day class where you will learn the components of a successful industrial recruitment program. Beneficial to economic development professionals, development authority board members, and elected officials. The cost is $95.00 for the day-session. Learn More.

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming our world, from streamlining businesses and enhancing education to revolutionizing transportation and logistics. Recognizing the profound impact of AI, Georgia Tech in partnership with the Georgia Academy for Economic Development are hosting a one-day deep dive workshop

Unlock the power of generational diversity with Gen-ergy, an engaging and insightful training led by Kristen Scroggin of genWHY Communications! Designed with Main Street managers in mind, this dynamic session […]

The City of Atlanta will host its third Affordable Housing Week with a 3-day event June 23rd - 25th.
The event will feature the Welcome H.O.M.E. (Housing Opportunity Moves Everyone) program, the Homeownership Initiative Workshop and more.

The GPA Climate Action Group is hosting its first happy hour on Thursday, July 10th at New Realm Brewing in Atlanta. Join us to chat with current members and learn […]

The Georgia Alabama Partnership for Sustainability, in partnership with Columbus Emergency Management & Homeland Security, the University of Georgia Carl Vinson Institute of Government, Fort Benning, and surrounding River Valley Region communities, will host the 2025 Disaster Resilience Across the Chattahoochee Valley Conference to address emergency preparedness.

The annual GPA Awards Program is GPA’s opportunity to recognize outstanding work in the planning profession in the State of Georgia. The 2025 awards nominations window is now open through the close of business on Friday, July 18.

The GPA 2025 Fall Conference session proposal window is now open. Proposals will be accepted through Thursday, July 31, 2025. The conference will take place on Wednesday, October 8 – Friday, October 10, in […]

Are you passionate about shaping the future of planning? Do you have insights and ideas to share on pressing topics? We invite you to submit your proposal to become a speaker at NPC26.

This year’s SCaRP and Georgia Planning Association Reception is an exciting opportunity for you to connect with other industry professionals, share your experiences, and expand your professional network.

Expect dynamic presentations, actionable insights, and a Q&A session where you’ll engage directly with these leaders to explore how best to serve your community. ARC staff will also share additional resource strategies to support your planning and implementation efforts.

Atlanta’s landscapes are changing rapidly. Towering cranes, cleared forests, and endless construction zones are reshaping this city right before our eyes. Join photographer Peter Essick and writer Dan Chapman for an evening that explores this transformation from a whole new perspective.

Atlanta Way Day, in partnership with The Tara Theatre, Neighborhood Nexus, and Hands On Atlanta, provides a platform for individuals and organizations to spotlight challenges or critical needs in Metro Atlanta.

Expand Your Reach, Elevate Your Impact Gain meaningful exposure at the GPA Fall Conference while engaging with planning professionals from across Georgia during three days of networking and professional development. […]

Georgia Academy for Economic Development offers opportunities to take a deep dive on the specific requirements of industrial recruitment and the incentive process, join us for this one-day class where you will learn the components of a successful industrial recruitment program. Beneficial to economic development professionals, development authority board members, and elected officials. The cost is $195.00 for the day-session. Learn More.

Georgia Tech's "AI for the Public Sector" program provides a jargon-free introduction to AI with real-world applications in public service, including traffic management, infrastructure and utilities, and community service delivery.

Sign up now for a FREE GPA planning & zoning training event on October 29, 10:00 to 2:00 in Canton at the Cherokee County administration building. Lunch will be provided. Sessions will be for transportation planning and land use law.

DeKalb County World Planning Day is an annual event hosted by the DeKalb County Planning & Sustainability Department that brings planning to the community in a fun and engaging event.

GPA facilitates an annual Mentor Program. The 2026 program will run from January to June. The program has a flexible format so that senior mentors, mid-career planners, and emerging professionals […]

The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The Essentials."  The Essentials may be beneficial to planners, elected and appointed officials. The cost is $195.00 for the day-session. Learn More.

The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The Essentials."  The Essentials may be beneficial to planners, elected and appointed officials. The cost is $195.00 for the day-session. Learn More.

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 link.

The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The Essentials."  The Essentials may be beneficial to planners, elected and appointed officials.

The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The Essentials."  The Essentials may be beneficial to planners, elected and appointed officials.

This event offers the opportunity to mingle with fellow planners, learn more about what the school is doing, and raise money to support the great work of students and faculty. Please RSVP by Friday, February 13.

The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The Essentials."  The Essentials may be beneficial to planners, elected and appointed officials.

This one-day course offers city, county, and community leaders a clear-eyed look at Georgia’s housing challenges—and practical strategies to address them. Participants will explore the underlying forces shaping today’s housing shortage, including demographic shifts, supply constraints stemming from the Great Recession, interest rate volatility, and the impact of local land use policies.

One of the most cost-effective ways for leaders to create vibrant economies and maintain manageable growth is to collaborate on local and regional levels. If you desire to learn simple, scalable, and sustainable strategies for collaboration that result in improving your community, plan to attend this Advanced Academy Course.

One of the most cost-effective ways for leaders to create vibrant economies and maintain manageable growth is to collaborate on local and regional levels. If you desire to learn simple, scalable, and sustainable strategies for collaboration that result in improving your community, plan to attend this Advanced Academy Course.

The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The Essentials."  The Essentials may be beneficial to planners, elected and appointed officials.

The 2026 Urban Resilience Leadership Symposium will bring together nationally and internationally recognized scholars and professionals to discuss urban resilience, climate adaptation, and disaster recovery. Hosted by Georgia Tech’s Center for Urban Resilience and Analytics (CURA), the event will explore topics such as flood risk, water self-sufficiency, and AI-enabled mapping for community impacts.

The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The Essentials."  The Essentials may be beneficial to planners, elected and appointed officials.

Are you attending the National Planning Conference in Detroit in April? Great! So are many fellow Georgia planners and Georgia Tech staff and alumni. Please join us at the joint Georgia Tech School of City and Regional Planning (SCaRP) and GPA Reception at the Detroit Foundation Hotel. RSVP Now!

Come out to Meet and Greet with Georgia Planning Association's District 5 members for a mural walking tour and social hour led by the Macon Arts Alliance.  We are excited to bring together planners and colleagues across District 5 while celebrating and promoting downtown Macon through artistic expression.

Come to a Meet and Greet with Georgia Planning Association's District 5 members for an Overview of Rigby's Future Development Plans and social hour. Complimentary refreshments/Cash Bar. We are excited […]

Join this free webinar with examples of successful downtown revitalizations.

Step forward, share your voice, and help shape what’s next!  Learn More

If you’re interested in taking a deep dive on the specific requirements of industrial recruitment and the incentive process, join us for this one-day class where you will learn the components of a successful industrial recruitment program.

HouseATL, Georgia ACT, Southface Institute, AARP and Georgia Watch are co-hosting a forum with the state-wide candidates for the November 3rd election for the Georgia Public Service Commission. We will discuss the impact of utility costs on residential affordability and explore candidates' positions on policies for energy efficiency and cost reduction.

Georgia Tech School of City and Regional Planning (SCaRP) and Georgia Planning Association Reception is an exciting opportunity for you to connect with other industry professionals, share your experiences, and expand your professional network. RSVP by August 19.

One of the most cost-effective ways for leaders to create vibrant economies and maintain manageable growth is to collaborate on local and regional levels. If you desire to learn simple, scalable, and sustainable strategies for collaboration that result in improving your community, plan to attend this Advanced Academy Course.

The Georgia Academy for Economic Development is offering opportunities for officials to learn and understand how to create vibrant communities through economic development tools entitled "The Essentials."  The Essentials may be beneficial to planners, elected and appointed officials.

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