Let's make walking, biking, and public transit safe and equitable options for getting around Chicagoland.
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Illinois lays claim to one of the great episodes in American cycling history, and historian Christopher Sweet brings that era vividly to life — an era when Chicago proudly billed […]
Want to ignite a passion for cycling in your community this May? Active Transportation Alliance is thrilled to announce our Bike Month mini-stipend program for 2026, offering a perfect opportunity […]
While speaking to the City Club of Chicago in January, CTA Acting President Nora Leerhsen probably surprised a few people in the audience when she mentioned her experience participating in […]
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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.
Upcoming Events
Active Transportation Alliance invites you to our 2026 Movers & Shakers Ball, as we celebrate progress made and the exciting possibilities the future holds for sustainable transportation. Thursday, April […]
Join Active Transportation Alliance staff and invited guest speakers for one-hour regular chats for Chicago and suburban advocates during the lunch hour. Both the city and suburban chats happen every other […]
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Whether it’s at the neighborhood, regional or national level, Active Transportation Alliance works with residents, lawmakers and community leaders to make biking, walking and transit easier and more inviting.