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January 12, 2022
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Design thinking is a method that helps you to envision possible futures. In this Q&A, Thomas Fisher, the instructor of APA's new design thinking four-course series, discusses how design thinking is a valuable tool for planners and can be used in your planning practice. Get real-world examples of how design thinking is used in planning contexts and how it can be useful for a community facing a crisis. APA's new design thinking series begins January 26 and includes office hours with Fisher. Space is limited, free with registration for Passport subscribers.
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RESOURCES
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Hazards
Mitigating cascading hazards
What are cascading hazards? Where are they more prevalent? And how can planners help prepare for and mitigate them at local, state, and federal levels of government? Expert Michael Greenberg, PhD, joins us to discuss these questions and more on the latest episode of the Resilience Roundtable podcast.
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Economic Development
Planning in a remote and rural context
As with many remote communities, St. George Island, Alaska, has an economic history closely tied with injustice and single sector reliance. Through their 2020 Economic Development Strategy, see how community-led, culturally sensitive planning and strategy development is not only possible in small communities — it's incredibly impactful.
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PLAN AHEAD
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APA's Jobs Online actively connects you to career opportunities within the profession in areas including transportation, hazard mitigation, economic development, community development, comprehensive planning, and communications and engagement.
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APA's Consultants Online hosts Requests for Proposals and Requests for Qualifications from across the country as a free service to consultants and those seeking their services.
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