Talking Transport Transformation

Nov 20 2024 42 ep. 27 mins 18
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We are TUMI – the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative. Join us on a trip around the world to learn about sustainable mobility solutions in cities. Meet inspiring experts and pioneers working on resilient urban transport systems, e-mobility, gender-sensitive transport planning and many more. Our guests will be taking us from Nairobi via Bogotá to Delhi. Tune in to accelerate the sustainable transformation of urban mobility.

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S02-E32 | Exploratory walks with Consuelo Araneda Díaz

Nov 20 2024 23 mins  
In this episode, we explore the role of exploratory walks in urban spaces, a concept that connects mobility, discovery, and inclusive urban design. These walks, often overlooked in traditional mobility studies, highlight the value of experiencing a city on foot—uncovering hidden spaces and fostering a sense of connection with our surroundings. Through her work with La Reconquista

S02-E31 | The Intersection of Care and Mobility

Sep 04 2024 29 mins  
In this episode, we delve into the concept of mobility of care, an often-overlooked aspect of urban mobility that is crucial for creating inclusive and equitable cities. Mobility of care encompasses an analytical category to highlight trips made for caregiving. These trip purposes are typically hidden in other categories, such as shopping. With her work, Inés counteracts a male bi

S02-E30 | Mainstreaming Popular Transport and its importance in the Global South

Jul 10 2024 37 mins  
Exploring Popular Transport, Its Role in Public Transit, and Why Decarbonization Matters In today's podcast episode, we find out why informal transport or paratransit is framed as Popular Transport how this sector is set-up in a unique way compared to traditionally “formalized” transport. Delve into the reasons why such modes exist in different geographies and how the sector ca

S02-E29 | Why Gender-Transformative Transport?

Mar 28 2024 29 mins  
Learn from “Women on the Move” This episode is a collaboration with the Women on the Move Mentorship Programme as part of their International Women’s Day campaign 2024. We will dive into the concept of gender-transformative transport and explore how everyone can contribute to building a more inclusive and gender-neutral transport system. Dr. Sheilah shares inspiring insights

S02-E28 | Empowering Equality: The Role of E-Mobility in Fostering Gender Inclusivity and Equity

Mar 06 2024 30 mins  
In today's podcast episode, we delve into the dynamic realm of e-mobility and its potential to unlock new opportunities for greater gender equity and inclusivity. Join us as we explore the transformative impact of electric mobility on the public transport sector and discuss how it plays a crucial role in promoting equal access to transportation.

S02-E27 | Mobility Justice for All with Lucas Snaije

Dec 06 2023 34 mins  
Urban transport planning can be gender-friendly and inclusive – Lucas Snaije from BYCS, an Amsterdam-based NGO for promoting cycling in cities, will show us different initiatives where people’s needs take center stage. This is an insightful and enriching episode covering different perspectives of transport users, mainly from vulnerable groups, and their challenges in daily mobi

S02-E26 | Walkability with Jorge Cáñez

Nov 08 2023 15 mins  
In this episode, recorded at the Walk21 conference, we sat down with Jorge Cáñez, who is part of the Kounkuey Design Initiative. KDI is a nonprofit that combines community development and design to create equitable urban spaces that meet social, economic, and environmental needs. Currently, KDI is working on the Gender Equity Action Plan for Los Angeles, USA. This transformative

S02-E25 | Feminist transport policy with Laura Ballesteros

Sep 27 2023 25 mins  
Join us in exploring transport policy from the perspective of women in Latin America by listening to this amazing podcast episode featuring Laura Ballesteros Mancilla. She is the co-founder of Mujeres en Movimiento – Women in Motion, a network that connects advocates of gender-sensitive mobility across various sectors in Latin America. Together with Laura, we discuss the violen

S02-E24 | Road Safety Advocacy and Youth Empowerment with Yasmine Al Moghrabi

Aug 30 2023 24 mins  
Ever wondered about the link among road safety, sustainable mobility and youth? Or why road safety is a feminist cause? Join us in this inspiring episode as we uncover the powerful story of Yasmine Al Moghrabi and her unwavering dedication to making our roads safer. In a world where road safety is a growing concern, Yasmine's passion as a youth leader and activist takes center stag

S02-E23 | Elevating Mobility of Care in Transport Planning with Aimée Gauthier

Jul 26 2023 27 mins  
Have you ever wondered about the hidden trips that underpin the care work essential to our daily lives? Inés Sánchez de Madariaga coined the concept mobility of care, shining light on the daily travel patterns and mobility needs that go along with reproductive labor. In this thought-provoking episode, we discuss the need to elevate the mobility of care in transport planning. Joi