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.
WHAT WE'RE READING
The Women & Planning Division's Virtual Book Club brings planners together to read, reflect, and connect. Our current selection is Working With You is Killing Me: Freeing Yourself from Emotional Traps at Work, by Katherine Crowley and Kathi Elster. Join our guided discussions in September!
WHAT WE'RE DISCUSSING
Join us at 3:00 PM (ET) on the third Wednesday of each month for Coffee & Conversations - WPD's virtual networking series!
Women & Planning Division University ELEVATE YOUR CAREER
Elevate your career with WPD-U’s 2026–27 Leadership & Career Development Series, facilitated by Corrin Wendell, FAICP. Designed for women in planning at all career stages, each of these six 90-minute, interactive session offers practical strategies and actionable tools.
Register today for "WPD 201 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome" on September 24 at 1 PM EDT!
Members Approve Amended Bylaws
WPD members approved amendments to the Division's governing Bylaws, which became effective August 31, 2026. Review the Bylaws and learn more about Division governance at the link below.
Design Thinking Workshop
November 19, 3-4:30 PM
Gain the skills and confidence to apply Design Thinking methods in YOUR community! Free, all are welcome, registration is required. 1.5 CM
2026 Wendell Legacy Impact Award Congratulations!
The Women & Planning Division is honored to announce the recipient of the 2026 Wendell Legacy Impact Award, Savannah-Nicole Villalba, AICP, AZT.
2026 Division Merch Last Call!
Rep the best Division in style! Get your 2026 merch and gear while supplies last!
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 Events: CM Credits
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September 24, 2026
WPD 201 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Building Confidence Throughout Your Planning Career
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November 17, 2026
WPD 202 - Becoming a Thought Leader: Developing Your Voice and Professional Influence
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November 19, 2026
Design Thinking Workshop presented by APA's Women & Planning Division