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.
Registration Now Open! WPD 102: Val U - Salary Negotiation & Career Growth
The Women & Planning Division (WPD) is excited to launch WPD-U, a professional development series responding to members' most requested professional development topics, equipping women planners with the skills, confidence, and strategies to lead...and thrive. Join us for a single course or enroll in the full semester for a deeper, more transformative experience.
Join us on December 2 at 1 PM ET for WPD 102: Val-U – Salary Negotiation & Career Growth
You are worth more than you think—and it’s time to claim it. This session equips you with the knowledge, confidence, and strategies to negotiate equitable compensation and advocate for your career growth. Learn practical skills for framing your ask, handling pushback, and identifying opportunities to advance. You’ll practice real-world scenarios and walk away with scripts, resources, and the tools to own your worth.
Agenda highlights:
- Data & trends: The state of pay equity today.
- Workshop: Framing your ask and handling objections.
- Role-play: Practice salary negotiations with peer feedback.
- Reflection: Identify your next opportunity to negotiate.
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.
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