Latinos and Planning

IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR! Submit a session proposal for our annual, award-winning, virtual conference LUGARES! This year’s theme is "Nuestras Historias," Inspired by the rich history and collective knowledge that is embedded within our shared stories. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Hey, you! Yeah, you, students! It's time to put together your applications for the 2024 LAP Student Scholarship! Applications are due on June 23 and we only have TWO requirements - what?! Send over your applications or any questions and comments to Latinosandplanning2@gmail.com!

My latest article with @Ivis_Garcia_ and @Erualdo in @PlanningPracti1 compares gentrification of Puerto Rico Town in Chicago and La Cuatro in downtown Santa Ana. tandfonline.com/eprint/2U6EN2P…

We're bringing one of our most popular events back! Go grab a drink and come (virtually) hang with us!

International Division Members are encouraged to submit session proposals for the Latinos and Planning Division's LUGARES conference. Session proposals due May 31! The conference is on November 7-8 with a pre-conference meet and greet on November 6.

We want to extend our greatest congratulations to Miguel. A Vasquez, who was inducted to the AICP College of Fellows! FAICP is the highest honor the American Institute of Certified Planners bestows upon a member. Miguel, you serve as an inspiration to all of us!

Don't miss the latest episode of @LatinosPlanAPA 's Plan Dulce Podcast featuring Northwest Center & SUMC! Dive into the center's community-first approach in bringing bikeshare & bike lanes to Belmont Cragin, Chicago. Tune in on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! ow.ly/nzuY50R8Ab2

You didn't think we'd skip out on NPC24 did you? Get your calendars ready because we're bringing the party to Minneapolis!

A great opportunity to work with the Lincoln Institute if you work on climate change mitigation. Proposals due April 11: lincolninst.edu/research-data/…

THIS SATURDAY!! You won't want to miss our tour of El Pueblo de Los Angeles! Lunch is included! Register here: tinyurl.com/fczc8ncn

Pop into the Multidivision Reception at this year's National Planning Conference in Minneapolis! The link to register AND THE PROMO CODE for the LAP member price have been sent to all LAP division member emails. Register on or before Feb. 29 for an additional $5 off! ¡Vámonos!

Don't forget to purchase your ticket to WPD's annual reception at NPC24! Division members received a discount code in the March newsletter. This event WILL sell out and there will be no ticket sales at the door! Save your spot today! eventbrite.com/e/npc24-annual…

With this scholarship, he will be attending the 2024 National Planning Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota and will be assisting with LAP activities. Felicidades, Juan! 3/3

On campus, he is involved in school organizations such as the Student Planning Association and Latinos in Architecture. He is also connected with organizations such as RAYO Planning, Southern Rising Sector, and, of course, the American Planning Association. 2/3

The Latinos and Planning Division wants to extend the warmest of congratulations to our nominee, Juan Piña, for his selection as a 2024 Divisions Council Diversity Scholarship! Juan is a senior at University of Texas-Arlington studying urban planning and architecture. 1/3

If you're interested in reading more about Philadelphia's ties to the Caribbean, follow this link: philadelphiaencyclopedia.org/essays/puerto-…

At the 2023 National Planning Conference, the LAP familia toured the neighborhood, organized by Past-Chair Vidal Marquez. We were able to visit Taller Puertorriqueño and Delicias Bakery to learn about (and taste) the flavor of the neighborhood!

It's Black History Month and the LAP is celebrating by highlighting Black and/or Afro-Latino individuals and communities! #BlackHistoryMonth Today, we're celebrating a location very familiar to the LAP familia, Philadelphia's Centro de Oro!