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

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We know how to do this

By Ted Villaire | August 19, 2016

I ride my bike. When I hear about a person killed while riding their bike, I think of the proverb, “there but for the grace of God go I.” I know […]

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Active Trans launches new local e-newsletters

By Ted Villaire | August 18, 2016

Post image:  Curious about what Active Trans is working on in your community? Now you have an easy way of finding out through our new In Your Community quarterly e-newsletters, […]

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Public transit in Chicago's disadvantaged communities

By Ted Villaire | August 16, 2016

Post image:  The Chicago Urban League, founded 100 years ago, works for economic and social progress for African Americans and has a rich history of advocacy, collaboration and innovation. Their […]

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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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