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YCDPA connects professionals in the community and economic development fields to increase knowledge, improve skills, and build networks that revitalize and sustain New Jersey’s communities.

What does YCDPA do?

YCDPA is a group that started in summer 2009 to encourage partnerships and connectivity in the broader community development field. This includes networking events, public service, workshops, professional development, and more. YCDPA focuses on community development in New Jersey and those whose work affects the state.

What is required to join?

All are welcome and encouraged to join. There is no fee or formal commitment necessary. Go to readsusa.com/ycdpa to join the list-serve.

Our members represent a variety of organizations:

students, non-profits, for-profits, affordable housing developers, community development financial institutions, service providers, energy efficiency advocates, planners, social justice advocates, teachers, architects, lawyers, and many more

…All with the same goal of improving communities

Upcoming networking events:

September 28, 2010

Reception at the Governor’s Conference on Housing & Community Development, The Gallery room

Click here to RSVP

Also, YCDPA is giving out 3 awards at the reception: Best Young Professional, Best Young Organization, and Best Mentor to Young Professionals

You can nominate yourself/your organization or another person/organization

Click here for more information on the awards and to submit a nomination

November 5, 2010

Networking mixer with APA-NJ Young Planners Group

Contact Lauren at lbolline@readsusa.com or 732-635-1000 x114 for information on sponsoring or partnering with YCDPA.

May 2010
networking event
Harvest Moon Brewery
New Brunswick, NJ