Let's make walking, biking, and public transit safe and equitable options for getting around Chicagoland.

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Celebrating progress at the Movers and Shakers Ball

By Ted Villaire | April 12, 2024

The Active Transportation Alliance recently hosted an unforgettable evening that not only celebrated the strides we’ve made towards a more sustainable and accessible city but also set the stage for […]

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Legislating for livable communities: Sen. Simmons to be honored for transportation leadership

By Ted Villaire | March 26, 2024

State Senator Mike Simmons understands that improving transportation is about more than just getting from point A to point B; it’s about transforming our communities into better places to live […]

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Our journey towards better transit requires unity and action

By Ted Villaire | March 19, 2024

As our region’s transit system faces unprecedented funding and service challenges, a powerful movement is underway, driven by the collective voices of those who know we deserve better service from […]

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The Chicago region’s current hub-and-spoke transit system leaves nearly half a million Cook County residents stranded in transit deserts.

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Upcoming Events

Movers & Shakers Ball

Join us on May 2 for our 40th Anniversary Movers & Shakers Ball, featuring an exclusive design exposition on the future of sustainable transportation in Chicagoland   ABOUT THE EVENT […]

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May is Chicago Bike Month

Throughout the month of May, Chicago Bike Month provides an opportunity to showcase the many benefits of bicycling – and encourage more folks to give biking a try. The month-long […]

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Ride of Silence

This annual bicycle ride honors those who were injured or killed while biking or walking in the past year. Rides will be held in Chicago and dozens of Illinois communities.

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Transit

Compared to other major cities in the U.S. and abroad, our current transit system is drastically...

Bicycling

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