Geography/Geology

Formed in 1978, the APA now has 21 divisions and 47 state/regional chapters and serves as "a forum for the exchange of ideas between people who work in the field of urban planning."

"The American Public Works Association (APWA) is a nonprofit, professional association of public works agencies, private companies, and individuals dedicated to promoting professional excellence and public awareness through education, advocacy and the exchange of knowledge." (Wikipedia)

"AMPO is a nonprofit, membership organization established in 1994 to serve the needs and interests of metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) nationwide."

"The Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals (APBP) is a professional membership organization that promotes excellence in the professional discipline of pedestrian and bicycle transportation. APBP members are employees of all levels of government, consulting firms and non-profits who work in the engineering, planning, landscape architecture, architecture, police, safety, health, promotion and transportation demand management fields and who specialize in making communities more walkable and bicycle-friendly."

"The Community Development Society (CDS) is a nonprofit corporation established in 1969 to strengthen and advance community development policy, practice, learning, and research through educational and scientific means."

"The Environmental Design Research Association (EDRA) is an international, interdisciplinary organization founded in 1968 by design professionals, social scientists, students, educators, and facility managers."

"IDA provides tools, intelligence and strategies for creating healthy and dynamic centers that anchor the well-being of towns, cities and regions of the world."

"The National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) provides training, information and representation for regional development organizations in small metropolitan and rural America. "

"NAHRO, which was established in 1933, is a membership organization of... housing and community development providers and professionals throughout the United States.... [who] create and manage affordable housing for low- and middle-income families, and support vibrant communities that enhance the quality of life for all."

"The National Association of Regional Councils (NARC) serves as the national voice for regions by advocating for regional cooperation as the most effective way to address a variety of community planning and development opportunities and issues."

"National Community Development Association (NCDA) is a nonpartisan national nonprofit organization.... at the forefront in securing effective and responsive housing and community development programs for local governments."

The National League of Cities (NLC) is dedicated to helping city leaders build better communities. Working in partnership with the 49 state municipal leagues, NLC serves as a resource to and an advocate for the more than 19,000 cities, villages and towns it represents.

"Planners Network is the organization of progressive planning. Our members are professionals, activists, academics, and students involved in physical, social, economic, and environmental planning in urban and rural areas. We serve as a voice for social, economic, and environmental justice through planning."

"The Smart Growth Network is a partnership of government, business, and civic organizations that support smart growth. EPA is one of the founding partners of the network. Since its creation in late 1996, the network has become a clearinghouse for information about smart growth strategies. The Smart Growth Network website, Smart Growth Online, features an extensive array of smart growth-related news, events, information, research, presentations, and publications."

"The Urban Affairs Association (UAA) is the international professional organization for urban scholars, researchers, and public service professionals."

"ULI is the oldest and largest network of cross-disciplinary real estate and land use experts in the world."

Law/Regulations, Design Standards, Technical Assistance

Your source for population, housing, economic and geographic information.

Integrated Public Use Microdata Series census microdata for social and economic research.

News and information for city planners.