Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Mission and Vision Statement
The APA Iowa’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee seeks to create an empowered and authentically diverse planning profession by providing resources, tools, and collaboration/ co-creation opportunities for all planners. Our focus is supporting DEI efforts, reducing barriers, fostering brave spaces, and expanding networks for under-represented planners.
As planners in Iowa, we seek to build a foundation of equity and promote a culture of diversity and inclusion. We seek to transform Iowa into a place that honors our diversity as a strength and draws from that strength to build equitable neighborhoods, towns, cities and counties.
DEI Resources
Center for Assessment and Policy Development, MP Associates, World Trust Educational Services
- TDIEM Training series (Training in Diversity, Inclusion, Equity Mindfulness)
Government Alliance on Race & Equity (GARE)
DEI Non-profit, Advocacy Organizations and Resource Guides
IC/CR Asian and Pacific American Resource Guide
Iowa City League of United Latin American Citizens
Refugee and Immigrant Association
Iowa Commission of Latino Affairs
Iowa Commission of Persons with Disabilities
Ten Actions Toward Being an Antiracist New Urbanist — Opticos Design