The Town and Spatial Planning Association of Slovenia (TSPAS) is a professional association offering professional connections and cooperation to Slovenian town and spatial planners, and active ...participation in town and spatial planning discussions both nationally and internationally. Its statute states that the association's purpose is to promote the development of conditions contributing to Slovenia's sustainable development and to safeguard the cultural identity of Slovenian territory and its residents' access to natural, cultural and material goods. The association strives to maintain a high level of expertise among its members and to develop their skills, promote proficiency in social decision-making and raise public awareness in implementing public territorial interests.