Learn how to be an effective advocate!

Want to get more involved in making our region a better place to walk, roll, bike, and take transit?

If you’re interested in learning about tangible ways to make a positive difference in your community and across our region, become a Street Team Advocate!

Join one of our two-hour trainings to build your advocacy skills and get up to speed on our most pressing campaigns – Clean & Equitable Transportation, Transit That Works, and Safe Streets for All.

 

By attending a training, you can expect to:

  • Increase your knowledge about key transportation concepts
  • Learn how effective advocacy tools and strategies can shape our built environment
  • Get involved in our current advocacy campaigns and tap into ways to inspire others to join the movement for better walking, biking, and transit
  • Connect with others who are passionate about active transportation

In 2024, we trained 100 Street Team advocates from across the region. We hope you’ll join the 2025 cohort!

We are offering a virtual training on Thursday, February 27th and an in-person training in downtown Chicago on Tuesday, March 11th, 2025.

 

Sign-up here for one of the following upcoming trainings: 

  • In-Person Street Team Trainings at the Active Transportation Alliance office (35 E. Wacker Dr., Suite 1782, Chicago, IL 60601) — space is limited to the first 25 registrants:

 

The movement for better transportation needs you! 

 

Here are are a few comments from past participants:

  • “Good to learn about Active Trans priorities. Let’s roll up the sleeves!”
  • “Remarkably high quality training tonight! Love having an opportunity to connect with other people who care about this.”
  • “The training was very informative and effective. It’s inspiring to meet with other advocates and feel a part of ATA’s mission to push real change.”
  • “Very welcoming and informative”
  • “Was a really great training!”

 

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