The American Planning Association has announced open registration for its 2020 National Planning Conference (NPC).

The nation's fourth-largest city, Houston, will host this year's premier planning event for urban, regional and community planners from April 25-28. Over four days, connect, explore and experience how planners are helping communities navigate a changing world from climate adaptation and hazard mitigation to addressing the nation's housing crisis and improving public health.

 

NPC20 is where you can connect with nearly 5,000 attendees from around the country and the world, according to APA. Experience first-hand all the benefits of attending NPC20, including:

• Access to more than 250 learning opportunities, presented by innovative leaders of the profession.
• Curated education curriculum organized around 13 tracks to help you plan a personalized experience. Tracks include Climate Adaptation and Hazard Mitigation, Housing and Community Development, and Technology and Innovation.
• Experience how Houston plans through 50 mobile workshops that take you into the neighborhoods, led by local practitioners. Workshops include exploring METRO's Rail Systems and Operations, and the East Aldine Town Center in Partnerships for Healthy Planning.
• Expanded learning formats including interactive, storytelling, panel discussions and ignite sessions.

Register by March 4 to take advantage of the early bird registration rates.

For more information on registration: https://tinyurl.com/ubutdef.