Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The APA-IL Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee (DEI) provides ongoing education forums and opportunities for planners, students, and university faculty of different backgrounds to network, share ideas, and bring recognition to unique values and perspectives.

Our mission is to promote and increase diversity within Illinois' planning profession and support the efforts of planners to create more inclusive, equitable, and just policies, regulations, and communities in Illinois.

DEI Committee Members

  • Alicia M Ruiz – Chair
  • Cassidy Harper
  • DJ Fiore, AICP
  • Dominick Argumedo, AICP
  • Edith Portales
  • Isabel Canete-Medina, AICP
  • Parth Joshi, AICP
  • Farah Ansari, AICP

Current Alerts, News, and Events

Latest News

A Conversation with Clare Killman: Gender-Supportive Allyship in Local Government

A Conversation with Clare Killman: Gender-Supportive Allyship in Local Government

A March 14th joint event with WP+D and APA-IL DEI Committee celebrating Women’s History Month!

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The DEI Committee is rebooting! Take the survey and help shape the future.

The DEI Committee is rebooting! Take the survey and help shape the future.

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DEI Resources