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AICP Mandatory Credit

Inclusive Planning for Social Change

Equity in Practice IRL: Continuing the Momentum

Monday, April 27, 2026
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM CT
Location: HPCC, Room 330AB
CM: 1 Equity
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Division Endorsement: Planning and the Black Community Division, Regional and Intergovernmental Planning Division
How can planners put equity into practice in real life? This session showcases tangible examples from communities small and large, highlighting how planners are addressing systemic inequities, repairing past harms, and creating pathways toward more equitable and just futures. Speakers will share experiences, offering practical strategies and insights into how equity considerations can be integrated, in meaningful and impactful ways, into all facets of planning. Whether you're tackling similar challenges or seeking inspiration, these case studies provide actionable considerations for advancing equity locally, amid an ever-changing national landscape.
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Learning Objectives:

  • Explore actionable strategies and techniques for ensuring that equity is part of planning processes — even in the face of resistance — using real-world examples from diverse communities.
  • Understand how planners can address historical inequities, repair systemic harms, and support community healing through thoughtful planning processes.
  • Gain insights into tackling local equity challenges and tangible considerations to apply in your own community.