Black History, Community, and Planning
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Four Degrees to the Streets is excited to celebrate Black History Month with two episodes that focus on Black history, community, and planning. This week, Nimo and Jas talk with Kristen Jeffers (she/her), also known as The Black Urbanist. Her multimedia platform highlights Black Queer Feminist Urbanist design, planning, and practice. Later this month, episode 6 will feature a panel of Black business owners from around the country! Press play to hear:
- Reflections on the development of Black planners and policymakers throughout history using formal and informal education
- Diversifying and expanding the AICP certification process
- A look ahead at land-use planning development strategies in the Black community during the Biden Administration
- 20-second hot takes on current planning trends like ride-sharing, Airbnb, etc.
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