NRPA Advocacy & Policy Development 3

Question 1

A parks department is developing a master plan and wants to ensure equitable park access. Which policy analysis approach is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Conduct a spatial equity analysis mapping park access by income, race, and age demographics

Answer

A spatial equity analysis overlays park access data with demographic information to identify underserved communities and inform equitable resource allocation.

Question 2

What is 'astroturfing' in the context of public policy advocacy, and why is it problematic for park professionals?

Accepted Answer

Creating the false appearance of grassroots support through organized, non-genuine campaigns

Answer

Astroturfing fabricates the appearance of organic public support, which is ethically problematic and can undermine the credibility of legitimate park advocacy efforts.

Question 3

Which federal agency administers the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, which can be used to fund park improvements in low-income communities?

Accepted Answer

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

Answer

HUD administers CDBG, which provides flexible grants to communities for a wide range of activities including park and recreation improvements that principally benefit low- and moderate-income persons.

Question 4

When testifying before a legislative committee about a parks funding bill, a parks professional should structure remarks by:

Accepted Answer

Opening with a compelling human story, presenting key data points, and closing with a clear call to action

Answer

Effective legislative testimony uses a narrative hook, data to support the argument, and a specific, actionable ask within the allotted time.

Question 5

The NRPA position statement on 'Parks for Inclusion' primarily addresses which advocacy priority?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring park and recreation opportunities are accessible and welcoming to people of all abilities and backgrounds

Answer

NRPA's Parks for Inclusion initiative advocates for removing barriers so that parks and recreation serve every community member equitably, regardless of ability, background, or identity.

(NRPA) National Recreation and Park Association Practice Test

(NRPA) National Recreation and Park Association Practice Test

NRPA Advocacy & Policy Development 3