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Volunteering with APA

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Volunteering is an excellent way to build your planning network, flex your skills, and learn from colleagues; these meaningful leadership opportunities offer a great return on your investment of time and talent! APA depends on volunteers like you to advance the organization's mission and goals and bring your perspective to the table.

Volunteering with APA can include elected leadership positions, appointed committee opportunities, APA's Planner's Advocacy Network, Foresight Communities, and much more. Volunteer opportunities are also available at the Chapter and Division level. Connect with your Chapter or Division to learn more about these opportunities.

If you are interested in volunteer opportunities email getinvolved@planning.org

Benefits of Volunteering

In addition to giving back to APA and the planning profession, volunteering with APA includes the following benefits:

  • Opportunity to meet new colleagues with complementary and unique views, skills, and leadership styles.
  • Expanded professional network via connections with APA members from across the country.
  • Professional growth opportunities, building leadership skills.
  • Opportunity to earn 28.5 CM credits for AICP members (8 self-reported CM hours from volunteer service work, 20.5 CM hours at NPC)
  • Volunteer Recognition