On World Town Planning Day, held annually on 8th November, planners, and communities all over the world come together to celebrate how good planning improves the lives of people and benefits society at large, creating vibrant places to live, work, and play together.
Argentinian professor Carlos María della Paolera started World Town Planning Day in Buenos Aires in 1949. This year marks the 75th anniversary of the event – an important milestone for the profession.
On 8 November 2024, planners from over 30 countries will celebrate World Town Planning Day with lectures, school competitions, fundraisers, charity events, planning awards, and street festivals.
World Town Planning Day 2024: Homes Start with Planning
World Town Planning Day 2024 will focus on the role of planning and planners in delivering housing that meets the needs of our communities, and in helping to create equitable, inclusive, and sustainable solutions for all.
A statement from the Global Planners Network
Today, November 8, the Global Planners Network (GPN)–the largest gathering of national and international planning associations–proudly recognizes the 75th anniversary of World Town Planning Day (WTPD). Download the statement in full here.
The RTPI 8th November online knowledge exchange programme
The provision of adequate homes for all is a challenge everywhere. Challenges vary with national context requiring multi-level, collaborative, and holistic approaches – bringing together communities, private, civil society, and public sector actors, governments, and professionals.
The RTPI online programme brought together case studies from the UK and Internationally, fostering the exchange of ideas globally. You can view recordings of our webinars below:
In addition to the RTPI online programme a special hybrid event was organised by one of RTPI accredited planning schools, the University of Plymouth. The event featured planners from Plymouth UK and Plymouth USA:
What is happening near you?
The RTPI Regions and Nations organise events about global and local challenges for planning and communities.
Get in touch with your local RTPI Region or Nation to see what is going on, or organise an event in your local neighbourhood, at your office, university, school etc. Invite planners, residents and students to take part.
If you are a member, we can help you to promote your activities - email [email protected] and tell us what you are planning to celebrate.
Global Planners Network (GPN) Activities
The GPN member associations are organising events across the globe. Below is some information about some of those events:
- From morning in New-Zealand to evening in North America, the American Planning Association is holding a virtual global conference.
Social media:
Join the campaign and share your stories about the positive impact of planning in building more resilient cities and communities wherever you are in the world.
#WTPD #WorldTownPlanningDay2024
Download the World Town Planning Day Logo here
- Connect with us on RTPI International LinkedIn
- Follow us on X @RTPIPlanners
- Take photos and connect on Instagram
If you are a member, we can help you to promote your activities - email [email protected] and tell us what you are planning to celebrate.