Lynda Lopez
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Gas giveaways harm people. We shouldn’t let rich politicians like Willie Wilson do them.
Gas giveaways don't just benefit some residents while ignoring others. They negatively impact vulnerable people by slowing down buses and creating more emissions.
March 21, 2022
ATA Transit Equity Day forum focused on importance of transit access for economic recovery
The panel also discussed how improving transit access in Black and Brown communities can help fight segregation and reduce violence.
February 8, 2021
How do we make sure that open streets are truly open for everyone?
A discussion hosted by The Untokening collective looked at why over-policing and other social justice issues must be
considered when planning walk/bike interventions during the pandemic.
May 20, 2020
A summit on open streets with Lynda Lopez, Naomi Doerner, and Ayanna Pressley
The conversation focused on the importance -- and challenges -- of identifying the unique problems faced by different communities and addressing them accordingly.
May 1, 2020
How do we promote efficient and equitable transportation during and after the pandemic?
Audrey Wennink from the Metropolitan Planning Council and Lynda Lopez from Active Trans discuss what needs to be done to promote mobility justice during the pandemic, and prevent a spike in driving afterwards.
April 24, 2020
Streetsblog Chicago updates: Our fundraising campaign and staff changes
Courtney Cobbs has signed on as a part-time writer, and our fund drive deadline has been extended until New Year's.
December 1, 2019
Young Leaders Discuss Ways to Improve Communities Without Displacing Residents
Streetsblog's Lynda Lopez joined WBEZ's Natalie Moore and IMAN's Tony Woods for the discussion "Who Is Chicago For," hosted by the Chicago Center for Leadership and Transformation.
July 31, 2019
“Bicycle / Race” Author Adonia Lugo Offers Advice on Building “Human Infrastructure”
Lugo discussed why cities need to pay as much attention to the "software" of community relationships as the hardware of transportation infrastructure.
April 7, 2019
Lynda Lopez Discusses the Intersection of Mobility and Equity With Active Trans
Lynda talked to the advocacy organization about her work promoting transportation access as a means of pursuing social justice.
March 1, 2019
More Thoughts on Race, Gender, and Bike Shops
Why bike stores can sometimes be intimidating places for women and people of color, and why nonprofit community bike shops sometimes often offer a more welcoming environment.
December 26, 2018
