Discover Inspiration at APA’s National Planning Conference

CHICAGO (February 21, 2025) – Immerse yourself in the latest planning trends and innovations at the American Planning Association's (APA) 2025 National Planning Conference (NPC25) in Denver from March 29 – April 1.

During the four-day conference, attendees will explore the opportunities and obstacles facing communities, such as housing accessibility, climate change impacts, planning-led zoning reforms, and population growth and contraction. With more than 200 education sessions and over 50 mobile workshops, attendees will gain actionable insights and innovative solutions to drive meaningful change in their communities.

As an attendee, you can step outside the convention center and experience hands-on learning through mobile workshops. Taking you via foot, bike, or bus, experience planning in action on how public parks are sparking economic growth to best practices for multimodal strategies.

This premier event brings together thousands of community planners, urban designers, transportation experts, historic preservationists, and planning commissioners for an impactful and collaborative experience. Registration is available throughout the conference.

Get the best rates – the early bird registration deadline is Friday, February 28, 2025.

• WHO: More than 4,000 community, regional, urban, and rural planners from across the U.S. and worldwide.
• WHERE: Colorado Convention Center (Exhibit Hall D), 700 14th Street, Denver, Colo.
• WHEN: March 29–April 1, 2025.

Additionally, NPC25 is thrilled to feature two dynamic speakers at the conference:

• Opening the conference, Dr. Mary Beth Janke, a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience in psychology, security, and investigative work, will share insights into managing anxiety, trauma, and self-esteem.
• Concluding the conference, Leah Rothstein, co-author of JUST ACTION: How to Challenge Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law, will highlight her work on public policy and community-driven solutions to address the legacy of segregation.

NPC25 would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors:

AARP, Esri, AECOM, Tyler Technologies, Inc., WSP, Accela, Inc., Olsson, Felsburg Holt & Ullevig, Houseal Lavigne Associates, EcoInteractive, Antero Group, Archistar Pty Ltd, Avolve Software, Logan Simpson, Metro Forecasting Models, OpenGov, Inc., Social Pinpoint + Consultation Manager, ViewPro, and ZoomGrants.

To register or learn more about the program, visit www.planning.org/conference.

The American Planning Association is an independent, not-for-profit educational organization that provides vital leadership in creating great communities for all. APA and its professional institute, the American Institute of Certified Planners, are dedicated to advancing the profession of planning, offering better choices for where and how people work and live. The nearly 40,000 APA members work in concert with community residents, civic leaders, and business interests to create communities that enrich people's lives. Through its philanthropic work, APA's Foundation helps to reduce economic and social barriers to good planning. APA is based in Chicago. Learn more at www.planning.org.

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Note: A limited number of complimentary media registrations are available. To request access, please email Roberta Rewers at rrewers@planning.org