American Planning Association
Joseph DeAngelis, AICP, serves as the Research Manager for Grant-Funded Projects at the American Planning Association since March 2016, focusing on hazard mitigation, climate adaptation, and post-disaster planning. Previous experience includes a role as Flood Resilience Planner at the NYC Department of City Planning, where Joseph specialized in long-term recovery efforts for coastal communities post-Hurricane Sandy. Joseph's background also features administrative coordination and program analysis at the National Park Service, along with internships that emphasized community planning and engagement. Joseph holds a Master of Urban Planning in Environment and Sustainability from Hunter College and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Delaware.
American Planning Association
The American Planning Association is an independent, not-for-profit educational association organized to advance the art and science of urban and regional planning. APA and its members provide leadership by advocating excellence in community planning, promoting education and citizen empowerment, and providing the tools and support necessary to meet the challenges of growth and change.