We want you to see how place shapes people —and how your practice can shape change.
Transforming Practice by Centering People and Place.
At Guided By Community, we’re urban planners who understand that geography isn’t just a background—it’s a powerful factor shaping people’s lives. We created People, Place, Practice to help teachers, nurses, caseworkers, and care providers see how systems like zoning, school boundaries, and clinic access affect the people they serve. This initiative connects daily practice with spatial insights—so care, teaching, and support can be more equitable, effective, and rooted in place.
A modern approach
People, Place, Practice offers a fresh take on professional development—one that reflects the complexity of today’s world. Instead of siloed trainings that ignore broader systems, we connect your day-to-day work to the spatial and structural forces shaping people’s lives. Our modern approach blends geography, equity, and community engagement to help practitioners think more critically, act more intentionally, and lead with context. Whether you’re in a classroom, clinic, or community space, this program equips you to meet the moment with insight, empathy, and purpose.
Pricing Structure
Certificate Program
This online certificate program is designed for practitioners to explore how place shapes people and their work, with optional monthly coaching sessions for deeper reflection and support.
$2,750 | Get started
Group Training
Designed for teams, this interactive group training explores how place influences people and practice, and can be customized to your organization’s goals, with optional follow-up sessions for continued support.
Starting at $4,250 | Get started
Self-Paced Individual Courses
This self-paced online session will help you with what you care most about and develop a plan to achieve personal and professional goals.
$650 per course | Get started
Custom Learning Experience
Looking for something unique? Our Custom Learning Experience is built around your organization’s specific goals, timeline, and team dynamics."
Varies | Get started
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