This interactive session will use the APA’s 2026 Trend Report for Planners in discussing emerging trends and signals for planners to consider in 2026 and beyond. A short presentation will introduce horizon scanning as a method to understand the future and apply strategic foresight in community planning. With their own community or region in mind, participants will use ‘horizon scanning’ to identify which national trends are most impactful as driving forces in their regions, and what “weak” signals might help them identify emerging trends. With foresight, framework planners can guide change, foster more sustainable and equitable outcomes, and establish themselves as vital contributors to thriving communities.