Features
30 Under 30 for 2022
Parks & Recreation magazine and NRPA’s Young Professional Network present the second annual program honoring 30 of the top young park and recreation professionals in the field.
The Perfect Moment: The Academy, Allyship, Awareness and Advancement
The American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration’s JEDI Committee aims to create allies and promote diversity.
Message Received
Using tools and best practices to achieve effective verbal and nonverbal communication.
Additional Articles
Leading the Field, Leading the Future
The field of parks and recreation is full of remarkable people who step up every day.
True Leadership Means Lifting Up Everyone
When it comes to community leadership, parks and recreation sets a very high bar.
Remembering Dirk Richwine: Park and Recreation Leader, Advocate and Mentor
On December 19, the field of parks and recreation lost one of its most dedicated and passionate leaders, mentors and advocates.
The Path to CAPRA Accreditation
Milwaukee Recreation becomes nation’s first school district-run agency to receive CAPRA accreditation.
Lessons Learned From Settlement Regarding Accessible Playground Surfacing
In June 2020, the Department of Justice entered into a settlement agreement with the Iowa City (Iowa) Community School District.
Earn Recognition With an NRPA Award
Now through March 25, 2022, NRPA is accepting applications for its 2022 Awards Program.
Member Benefit: Five Tips for Using NRPA Connect
Here are five tips to get the most out of using Connect.
Recruiting and Retaining Young Adults to the Park and Recreation Workforce
As recently as October, employers reported having more than 11 million open positions.
Gain Career Experience With Parks and Recreation
Ninety-six percent of U.S. adults say that teenagers and young adults benefit from their first jobs or volunteer experiences.
Positioning Parkland Dedication Ordinances as a Central Element in Fiscally Conservative Fast-Growth Cities
A bedrock principle of fiscal conservatism should be the Benefit Principle.
One Leader's Commitment to Equitable Access of the Bay Area
In all his advocacy work, Judge John Sutter sought to improve access to parks, trails and open spaces for all.
Reshape Your Workplace: Starting a Wellness Movement Through Affirmation, Voice and Choice
Starting a wellness movement at work not only supports the mental and physical health of staff, but also creates an opportunity to work together as a community.
Getting Girls and Women Into the Game for a Lifetime of Success
Girls playing sports attain higher levels of education, are healthier mentally and physically, and even earn higher wages as adults, compared to non-athlete peers.
Creating Partnerships for People and Wildlife
Learn why park and wildlife agencies should collaborate.
Youth Baseball Disability Discrimination Claim
In the case of P.M. v. City of Winfield, the Plaintiff brought a lawsuit alleging a violation of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
STEAM Education Gets the Green Light
In Elk Grove, California, the Cosumnes Community Services District uses STEAM to engage young minds and instill a lifelong love of learning.