The American Public Works Association (APWA) is a North American professional association for public works practitioners. It supports people who operate, improve, and maintain public works and infrastructure through advocacy, education, networking, and credentialing, with a mission focused on advancing quality of life in communities.
Infrastructure investment, transportation, water and wastewater systems, public utilities, emergency response, workforce development, public works operations, and local government public works policy
Primarily membership dues, educational programs, events, sponsorships, and support for related foundation activities
APWA Foundation; APWA chapters; public works professionals and local, state, provincial, federal, and private-sector members
Non-profit 501(c)(3) professional association