Shared-Use Mobility Center

SUMC's Program Managers Diana E. Voss-Gonzalez and Sarah Huang were thrilled to be in Fresno last week to celebrate the launch of Van-Werx, an exciting new van-hailing service from the Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce Foundation! As part of the Biz-Werx Clean Shared Mobility Hub, Van-Werx is expanding clean, affordable, and accessible transportation options with a strong focus on equity. Powered by EVs, this first-of-its-kind service will provide on-demand and scheduled rides, helping to bridge mobility gaps and create new opportunities for local communities and small businesses. We can’t wait to see the positive impact Van-Werx will have in Fresno and beyond! #SharedMobility #MobilitySolutions #SustainableTransport #UrbanMobility #SmartTransportation #CarSharing #RideSharing #FutureOfTransport #MobilityInnovation #TransportationTrends

Looking to learn more about how transit in the Chicago Region is funded? Have you been wondering what transit could look like under legislation like the Metropolitan Mobility Authority (MMA) Act? Join YPT Chicago, Audrey Wennink (Sr. Director, Metropolitan Planning Council) & Stephen E. Schlickman (Former Executive Director, Regional Transportation Authority) for a Presentation + Q&A session on Transit Funding and Governance Reform in Chicago. This session does not require an active YPT membership and is free to attend. It will be hosted virtually from 12:30p-1:30p, and an RSVP is required! Please visit https://bit.ly/43ngsSg to register now. The Virtual Meeting link will be shared shortly before the start of the event only to event registrants, so RSVP today to ensure you can participate!

We sat down with Streetsblog USA to discuss our recent project with Living Cities and Communities, “A Design Framework: Mobility Hubs for Women & Caregivers”, aimed at recognizing and addressing the unique travel patterns and needs of women and caregivers! Read their latest article diving deep into the project's research, findings, and framework, and join us in tomorrow at 9 AM PST to hear from our research team and learn more! Register for the webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gbEJsDzq

Throughout history, Black communities have led the fight for environmental justice, advocating for clean air, safe neighborhoods, and equitable access to transportation. Yet, environmental inequities persist, and continue to create devastating health impacts for Black Americans. Addressing these disparities requires action. Through initiatives like the Clean Mobility Options Program supported by California Air Resources Board, California Climate Investments, and California Energy Commission, SUMC and CALSTART are working alongside Black-led organizations to bring clean, accessible transportation solutions to communities that need them most—from the Fresno Metro Black Chamber of Commerce’s work expanding zero-emission mobility options to SankofaCity Leimert Park’s innovative zero-cost shuttle and e-bike program with Circuit in South Los Angeles. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we're proud to honor the legacy of environmental justice advocates and reaffirm our continued commitment to advancing equitable, sustainable transportation systems that break down historical barriers and empower Black communities. #BlackHistory #BHM

Bravo John Palfrey and MacArthur Foundation for the leadership!!

Registration for Ride Illinois' 2025 Illinois Bike & Walk Summit (#ILBWS25) is now open! Their theme this year,?Creating Connected, Livable, Thriving Communities, will bring together professionals, advocates, and individuals from communities of all sizes to Springfield on May 7-8, 2025. Join Ride Illinois to learn, collaborate, and identify creative solutions to everyday challenges, all while working toward a future where walking and biking are safe, accessible, and integral to thriving communities! SUMC is a proud partner of Ride Illinois, along with others including Active Transportation Alliance, American Planning Association - Illinois Chapter, Equiticity, Illinois Environmental Council, Illinois Department of Transportation! You can find out more, share ideas and support the event here?https://lnkd.in/evhCyiSy. Let’s come together to create communities where everyone can connect, live, and thrive. We hope to see you in #Springfield at #ILBWS25! #BikeWalkIllinois #ConnectLiveThriveIL #AdvocacyMatters #SustainableCommunities.

#TeamCTA celebrates Black History Month!? ? Jean Baptiste Point du Sable was Chicago’s first non-Native settler. DuSable came from a family of French & African roots. He originally settled in New Orleans but eventually made his way to present-day Chicago by 1778. DuSable’s legacy was rich in multiculturalism and innovation which left a permanent stamp on the Chicago area. On June 25, 2021, the Chicago City Council approved a compromise ordinance renaming the outer portion of Lake Shore Drive to ‘Jean Baptiste Point du Sable Lake Shore Drive’, making it the first roadway named after a settler in Chicago.?? ? To learn more, visit https://lnkd.in/gaikpuSg? ? #ChicagoTransitAuthority #WeMoveChicago #IAmTransit #BlackHistoryMonth #Chicago #HeritageMonth #HR #Transit?

?? Changing Global Narratives on Two- and Three-Wheelers ?? There are at least half a billion motorized two- and three-wheelers (2&3Ws) worldwide, and their impact is undeniable. From tuk-tuks to motorcycles and scooters, these vehicles are the backbone of mobility in many cities and towns across the Global South. They provide affordable, accessible, and efficient transport for millions—especially lower-income households—while supporting livelihoods, local economies, and sustainable mobility through electrification. Yet, narratives about 2&3Ws in media often focus on safety concerns, crime, and regulation challenges, overshadowing their critical contributions. A recent media scan by students at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, in partnership with GNPT, found that only 38% of stories about two- and three-wheelers portray them positively, while 42% highlight challenges. To reshape these perceptions, the Global Network for Popular Transportation (GNPT) is excited to launch a new explainer series! Andrea San Gil León (she/her) was the project and editorial lead and project manager, with assistance from Camila Barquero and Christian Bernstein. Aneerudha Paul, Alex Mohan, Shreya Baoni and Kshitija Akre were the research consultants, analysts, and writers. GNPT and SUMC are grateful to Uber, who made the creation of this explainer possible, particularly for the guidance and input of Harrison Peck and Shin-pei Tsay. These explainers highlight the value of 2&3Ws, covering key themes like: ? Electrification – 2&3Ws are leading the transition to sustainable mobility, already displacing nearly four times more oil than all four-wheel passenger EVs combined. ? Equity & Inclusion – These vehicles bridge mobility gaps, connecting underserved communities to jobs, education, and healthcare. ? Road Safety – Policy, infrastructure, and regulation are essential to making roads safer for drivers and passengers. ? Safety & Security – Understanding perceptions vs. realities and how to improve conditions for operators and riders. ? Economics – 2&3Ws drive local economies, provide employment, and fuel commerce in the Global South. ?? It’s time for a more informed discussion. Let’s elevate the stories that truly reflect the role of 2&3Ws in transportation, economic development, and sustainability. ?? Explore the explainer series here: https://lnkd.in/dKMn2xGi #SustainableMobility #UrbanTransport #EconomicDevelopment #InformalTransport #PolicyInnovation #Electrification #SharedMobility

For #TransitEquityDay, we asked: Have you seen good examples/solutions of transportation systems that truly serve the needs of women and caregivers? We heard a variety of responses, from reducing costs to focusing on prioritizing women's voices in the decision making process. Alongside these solutions, the design of transportation systems themselves is a critical means of meeting the mobility needs of women and caregivers. Challenging traditional transit systems built around the 9-5 commute, our project "A Design Framework: Mobility Hubs for Women & Caregivers" looks into how mobility hub design can support the unique travel patterns of women. On March 6th, our research team, from SUMC (USA) and Living Cities and Communities (Sweden), will present key findings and share an open-source presentation tool to inspire change and make transit more inclusive. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gbEJsDzq #Inclusivity #TransitEquity #Gender

?? Let's change the narratives on the role of motorized two- and three-wheelers ?? ??? in the mobility of cities in the Global South! There are at least half a billion motorized two- and three-wheelers (2&3W) in the world today. A growing portion of this global fleet has gone electric and are estimated to already be displacing nearly a million barrels of oil a day. Vehicles such as tuk-tuks, motorcycles, and scooters are vital to transportation in many cities and towns across the Global South. They offer affordable, accessible, and efficient transport options for millions, especially lower-income households.?However, media coverage on 2/3W often focuses on negative aspects of these transportation modes. In a recent media scan led by Hind Ourahou in partnership with GNPT, showed that 42% of stories about two- and three-wheelers in the media highlight crime, safety issues, and regulatory challenges, while only 38% are positive, and 20% are neutral. These narratives affect popular perceptions and perpetuate the understanding that these modes of transport are unsafe and unsustainable, ignoring their vital contributions to mobility, local economies and even sustainability. With the support of Uber, and the participation of different experts from our network, we have developed a series of "Explainers", short documents aiming to promote a more informed view of and tell different, and more representative stories about the role that two- and three-wheelers play in cities and towns around the world. We'd like to thank the authors María José Nieto-Combariza, Carlos Felipe Pardo, Tom Courtright, Shreya Baoni, Alex Mohan, Aneerudha Paul for your contributions and Andrea San Gil León (she/her), Harrison Peck, Camila Barquero, Christian Bernstein and Benjamin de la Pe?a for your editorial support. You can find our five explainers on security, electrification, economics, road safety, accessibility and inclusion for 2&3W here: https://lnkd.in/dKMn2xGi