Faith, housing and hope: How planning builds stronger Black communities

Faith, housing and hope: How planning builds stronger Black communities

By Dr. Teresa M. Jeter Every October, we celebrate National Community Planning Month, a recognition  established by the American Planning Association (APA) to highlight the vital role urban and regional planners play in shaping our communities. While often behind the scenes,  planners help communities navigate change, protect culture and build resilience.  For African American neighborhoods, planning is not just technical—it is historical and  d…