Women & Planning Division ABOUT US
Established in 1979, APA's Women & Planning Division is a national network supporting, and advocating for, women in the planning profession. We provide programming and resources for our 2,000+ members, encouraging, uplifting, and celebrating women of every age and at all career stages.
Have questions or suggestions? Need more information? Email us anytime at women.apa@gmail.com.
Coffee & Conversations June is Pride Month!
June 10th, at 3:00 PM EDT
All are welcome!
Join APA's Women & Planning and LGBTQ+ & Planning Divisions for a special June Coffee & Conversations exploring the LGBTQ+ & Planning Division's history, evolution, and current initiatives.
2026 Nominations Now Open! Wendell Legacy Impact Award
Nominations for the 2026 Wendell Legacy Impact Award will be accepted through June 15, 2026!
2025 Division Achievement Award "Ava Tanner Across America"
The Women & Planning Division's 2025 "Ava Tanner Across America" initiative was recognized for outstanding "Contribution to the Planning Profession!"
REP YOUR DIVISION 2026 Merch is Here!
Get your 2026 merch and gear and rep your favorite Division in style!
New Members Welcome!
On behalf of the Division’s leadership, welcome! We are so excited to have you on board and cannot wait to get to know and serve you! APA's Women & Planning Division is a great place to make new professional connections and be active in the American Planning Association.
Need assistance or have questions about your membership? Contact us any time at women.apa@gmail.com.
Have everything you need? Please let us know if there is anything we more we can do to increase the value of your Division membership.
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Division Membership Now Included in Your Annual APA Dues! APA Division Member Benefit
Starting November 2025, all renewing or enrolling APA members will be able to join one APA Division at no additional cost. Join the Women & Planning Division and engage with other planners sharing your interests; access exclusive educational opportunities, content, and events; and forge lasting professional connections with other women in the planning profession.
Plan with purpose - please consider joining or renewing your WPD membership today!
Division Events: CM Credits
- There are no upcoming Division-related events at this time.