Communities of Practice

This series guides city practitioners and park advocates through the process of transforming underutilized lands into vibrant public spaces by building cross-sector partnerships. These sessions will explore strategies for identifying land opportunities, aligning around shared values, navigating land use complexities, and activating spaces with community-driven programming.

We’re excited to offer two ways to participate in our Communities of Practice sessions. 

Option 1: Webinar (1 hour)
Gain insights and practical knowledge during a 1-hour webinar led by subject matter experts and city practitioners. Webinars are a one-time commitment, and you can register up to 1 month before the session date. 

Option 2: Extended Learning and Exchange (1.5 Hours)
Are you a city practitioner or park advocate exploring or currently working to create parks or green spaces on non-park land?
Join our committed workshop series designed for those actively exploring or developing parks in unconventional spaces. Each session includes a 1-hour webinar followed by 30 minutes of interactive peer exchange, working group activities, and small group discussions. 

Register for the webinar or extended learning and exchange below. 

Register now

Session Topics

We offer sessions on Thursdays from 2-3PM ET every other month. For those in the committed series, the session is extended to 3:30PM ET.

• September 25, 2025 — Unlocking Spaces for Parks and Public Use 

• November 13, 2025 — Finding Gaps: Identifying Potential Parkland

• January 15, 2026 — Grounded in Community: Building a Shared Vision for the Space

• March 12, 2026 — Navigating Land Use: Policies, Partners, and Possibilities

• May 14, 2026 — Activating the Shared Space and Partnership

Please contact us if you have any questions about this track.