Women and Transportation
Turning a Gendered Lens on Transportation
People of different genders, ages, and abilities experience transportation differently. But policies aren’t designed that way.
Improving Gender Equality with Urban Planning
“It's a man's world” is not just a saying. As much as we are surrounded by societal structures that contribute to gender discrimination, we are often also surrounded by physical infrastructure that is just as limiting.
Mind the Gender Gap: Achieving Transit Equity Through a Gendered Perspective
How acknowledging the unique transportation needs of women can lead to more equitable, effective public transport service for all.
Fewer Women Riding Buses in Los Angeles
In a survey, riders expressed concern about safety, cleanliness, and timeliness on the region’s buses and trains.
How Cargo Bikes Can Help Women
Cargo bikes have proven an effective transport mode in cities around the world, but American women still hesitate to use them, citing safety concerns.
City of Costa Mesa
Licking County
Barrett Planning Group LLC
HUD's Office of Policy Development and Research
Mpact Transit + Community
HUD's Office of Policy Development and Research
Tufts University, Department of Urban and Environmental Policy & Planning
City of Universal City TX
ULI Northwest Arkansas
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
