Safety on transit is not universal. Women, nonbinary, trans, and otherwise queer riders are far more likely to be harassed or the victim of a targeted attack than men. An alarming 34% of transgender people report being denied service, verbally harassed, or physically attacked (and just within the past year of the survey), and 10% of LGBTQ people avoid public transit due to these bias incidents. 

Feeling–and being–unsafe or unwelcome while navigating sidewalks and transit systems not only limits personal freedom and mobility but also detrimentally affects social and economic well-being. It’s clear that cities and transit agencies must act, and many are stepping up to directly address this crisis. In this session, hear from experts from across the Americas on the steps and strategies cities must, can, and are taking to turn public mobility from what can be a fraught experience to one that is open, inviting, and inclusive to all.