Session 4: How can Community-driven Initiatives Fundamentally Reshape and Improve Urban Transportation Systems?

Community engagement is crucial for designing urban mobility solutions that are accessible, inclusive, and resilient. This session explores the transformative role of community participation in co-designing transportation projects, from new transit routes to mobility services and infrastructural enhancements. It will highlight successful models where community input has directly influenced the development of more connected and equitable urban transport systems. Attendees will engage with a range of speakers who have facilitated effective community involvement in diverse urban settings, learning about the tools and strategies that encourage meaningful community collaboration. The session aims to inspire a more democratic approach to urban mobility planning, emphasizing the collective insight and innovation that community-driven design processes can generate.