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In December 2023, NADTC partnered with two transportation providers to host regional transportation forums on partnerships and practices in advancing equitable transportation. This publication summarizes the forums facilitated by the Detroit Area Agency on Aging (DAAA) and Heart of Iowa Regional Transit Agency (HIRTA).
In 2021, NADTC conducted a National Diversity Transportation Survey in which 312 of the 2,435 respondents self-identified as LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer Plus). Despite the small number of LGBTQ+ respondents, it was determined that additional analysis of the survey data still offers insights useful to the field of transportation for older adults, people…
Community engagement is a vital foundation of transportation equity. Hear from Kiana Parker, Transportation Consultant and Community Advocate and Practitioner of Mobility Justice discuss experience-driven strategies for community engagement and connection to serving underrepresented communities. Kiana will talk about her personal experiences and recommendations to connect and engage communities who depend on accessible public transportation.
Created in partnership with the Center for Excellence: LGBTQ+ Behavioral Health Equity, NADTC has produced a Tip Sheet for organizations to provide welcoming transportation services to all riders. As a transportation provider within our communities, it is important to understand how to provide a welcoming environment for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, or Questioning (LGBTQ+) people,…