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Resources
Illinois Parks & Recreation magazine
Published bi-monthly, this magazine is the leading state magazine for parks and recreation, edited specifically for board members and professionals in the field. Articles address trends, issues, legislation and boardmanship and offer practical information and reports on model programs, all designed to help board members and professionals succeed in their roles as leaders and visionaries for their agencies.
IAPD e-News
This online newsletter is a weekly update on IAPD news, services, educational programs and events of interest to our membership.
Guide to Marketing
This FREE guide is a concise and practical “how to” manual addressing such topics as current trends in marketing, informal research methods, research analysis, marketing goals and strategies, establishing a marketing budget and evaluating marketing efforts. Whether your agency has a fully staffed marketing department or is just beginning to focus on a comprehensive marketing strategy, you’ll find valuable information in this guide.
IAPD Research
With guidance from the IAPD Research Advisory Council, IAPD conducts research that can be used by member agencies in their public relations and legislative advocacy efforts. Completed research project reports are available in the Resources section of IAPD’s website.
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