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

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Exciting new bikeways for Chicago

By Ted Villaire | July 20, 2017

Post image: Since 2015, Active Trans Bikeways for All campaign has been mobilizing members and supporters across the city to push for a seamless, low-stress and equitable bike network for Chicago.  […]

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Plans for Milwaukee Ave. a step in the right direction

By Ted Villaire | July 17, 2017

Post image:  Building off the momentum of the rally for a safer Milwaukee Ave., there was a great turnout for the second public meeting for the Milwaukee Avenue Corridor Complete […]

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Director of Individual Giving and Development

By Ted Villaire | July 14, 2017

Summary The Active Transportation Alliance is the Chicago region’s voice for better biking, walking and transit.  We seek a dynamic, talented individual to join our team as Director of Individual […]

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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.

Want better options for walking, biking, and transit in Chicagoland? Here's your opportunity to get involved.

We want more people choosing transportation options that are healthy, fun and environmentally-friendly.

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Whether it’s at the neighborhood, regional or national level, Active Trans works with residents, lawmakers and community leaders to make biking, walking and transit easier and more inviting.

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Advocacy & Legislation

We work with decision makers, local organizations and community members to improve...

In Your Community

When it comes to making our streets safer and better for walking, biking, and public...

Transit

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

Bicycling

A lot has changed since our founding as the Chicagoland Bicycle Federation in 1985, but...

Walking

While Chicago consistently rates well compared to its peers throughout the world...

We envision a Chicagoland that is a fun and healthy place to live, work, and play.

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