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Transport Justice: Designing Fair Transportation Systems

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Transport Justice: Designing fair transportation systems

by Karel Martens

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2216 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	241 pages

In an era marked by growing inequality and environmental challenges, the critical role of transportation in shaping our communities and economies cannot be overstated. Yet, all too often, transportation systems perpetuate existing inequities, leaving marginalized communities behind and exacerbating environmental degradation.

The groundbreaking book, Transport Justice: Designing Fair Transportation Systems, offers a transformative vision for transportation. It provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the systemic barriers to equitable and sustainable transportation and empowers communities to design transportation systems that prioritize social justice, equity, and environmental sustainability.

A Multifaceted Approach to Transport Justice

Transport Justice takes a holistic approach to addressing the challenges of transportation inequity. It examines the transportation system through the lenses of:

Mobility and Accessibility: Ensuring that everyone has access to affordable, reliable, and safe transportation options.
Equity and Inclusivity: Addressing the systemic barriers that prevent marginalized communities from fully participating in the transportation system.
Environmental Sustainability: Promoting transportation systems that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality.

By integrating these perspectives, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex challenges facing transportation systems and offers a roadmap for creating equitable and sustainable systems for all.

Empowering Communities to Drive Change

Transport Justice recognizes that communities must be at the heart of transportation planning and decision-making. The book provides practical tools and case studies that empower communities to:

Identify and address transportation inequities: Analyze data and conduct community engagement to understand the specific needs of marginalized communities.
Develop and implement equitable transportation policies: Advocate for policies that promote affordable housing, accessible public transit, and safe walking and biking infrastructure.
Monitor and evaluate progress: Track transportation data and engage with stakeholders to ensure that transportation systems are meeting the needs of the community.

By providing communities with the knowledge and tools they need, Transport Justice enables them to become active participants in shaping their transportation systems and creating more equitable and sustainable communities.

A Call to Action for a Just and Sustainable Future

Transport Justice is an urgent call to action for transportation professionals, policymakers, and community leaders to work together to create transportation systems that serve the needs of all. It is a powerful resource that provides the knowledge, tools, and inspiration to transform transportation systems and build more just, inclusive, and sustainable communities.

Join the movement for transport justice today and be a part of the transformative journey towards creating transportation systems that empower communities and build a brighter future for all.

Get Your Copy Now!

Free Download your copy of Transport Justice: Designing Fair Transportation Systems now and become a part of the movement for transportation equity and sustainability. Visit our website at transportjustice.org or contact us at [email protected].

Transport Justice: Designing fair transportation systems

by Karel Martens

4.7 out of 5