Let's make walking, biking, and public transit safe and equitable options for getting around Chicagoland.
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Post image: One of Active Trans’ main goals is to make bicycling a comfortable transportation option for everyone no matter their age or ability. But we know through research, observation and […]
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Post image: Thousands of schools across the country are celebrating Walk to School Day today by holding events that encourage kids to walk and bike to school. These events help show walking […]
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Post image: Half of the students who live south of Belding Elementary in Old Irving Park/ Mayfair neighborhoods have to take a bus to get to school. A lot of […]
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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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Join us on Tuesday, December 2 to celebrate the year’s accomplishments, meet fellow members, and offer a round of applause for our awardees. The movement has grown by leaps and […]
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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.