Join us on September 24th, 2024, at 2 p.m. EDT to learn about innovative ways parks and recreation serves older adults and fosters opportunity for connections across the generations. You will learn about a recent NRPA study on older adult and intergenerational programming within parks and recreation. You will also hear directly from park and recreation practitioners about their experiences providing these programs and services to older adults and the broader community. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about innovative approaches to serving and honoring the older adults in our communities.

New to conference? Then you don't want to miss this! Join us on October 1, 2024 at 2:00 PM EDT - Students, new professionals or distinguished professionals can all learn from a crash course of NRPA Annual Conference including the different events, networking opportunities and where your best resources are located. Make the most of your time over your time at this year's NRPA Annual Conference with these tips, tricks and secrets.

Park and recreation professionals have the tools and resources to lead localized, anti-racist solutions that advance the multitude of benefits derived from equitable park access and climate-resilient park systems. The Park Access Network is an open community bringing together diverse professionals to facilitate conversations and best practices among peers to drive systemic changes that advance equitable and resilient park access.

NRPA membership hours take place the second Thursday of each month at 1pm ET. Join the membership team for a brief overview of NRPA membership at the top of the hour followed by the opportunity to ask questions about your benefits, getting involved with NRPA and much more. We invite everyone to join!

Coming November 2024! This online learning event equips participants with tools to build or enhance a dynamic volunteer program, focusing on recruitment, onboarding, appreciation, and the distinction between leading and managing, to support their organization's mission and goals.

Released September 2024! By using data from our community, we can see where our programming behaviors are excelling and where we need to focus to provide a truly equitable experience. Special events have the opportunity to bring people together, but we need to know who is left out of these experiences and why. Using data to help us make these decisions, we can connect more people to our resources and, ultimately, the fun of special events!

Coming October 2024! Presenters will discuss youth mentoring in parks and recreation and how tools from NRPA’s Equity in Practice work can be applied to programs to build diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Learners will leave knowing where to find resources for youth mentoring in parks and recreation, what the Equity in Practice core competencies are and examples from the field of how these ideas can be applied to everyday interactions.

Released August 2024! This learning product will cover effective communication techniques, principles of empathy and inclusivity, conflict resolution strategies and cultural competence — all tailored to the unique context of parks and recreation. These areas are essential for professionals and volunteers to create inclusive environments, address conflicts constructively and engage diverse communities effectively, ensuring that park and recreation spaces are welcoming and accessible to all.

Released August 2024! In this learning session, Ms. Mellen will inform attendees about her cross-agency position and guide them through the yearlong planning process that the Wilmette Park District embarked upon over the past year. This planning process involved an assessment of current District practices, an external assessment of nearby communities, patron outreach via surveys, table talks, feedback forms, and the formation of an internal staff steering committee – all of which culminated in the creation of the district's inaugural sustainability plan.

Released July 2024! As park and recreation professionals, it can be difficult to understand analytics and how you can improve your content based on past performance. Learning what does and does not matter will help you advance your overall skills in social media management.