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Transit equity is a key part of tackling climate change, creating good jobs, and ensuring that everyone can get to work, school, health care, and more. Well funded public transit is essential for reaching that goal. Congressman Hank Johnson recently reintroduced a bill which would authorize $20 billion annually for four years ($80B total) to transit systems for their operating budgets. This could have big implications for local transit agencies like WMATA, but only if it passes. In this casual conversation, we’ll talk about what the Stronger Communities Through Better Transit Act could mean for DC, what we can do to help get it passed, and other ways to advance transit equity in DC. Learn more here & RSVP here.

  • Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024
  • Time: 5:30 pm 7:00 pm
  • Location: Smart Growth America Office, 1350 I St NW Washington, DC, 20005

Tuesday, February 6:

Attend a rider harassment information session: Fear of harassment can lead potential transit riders to limit their time riding. To foster a safer and more inclusive public transit experience for everyone, Mineta Transportation Institute (MTI) and San José State University are hosting a webinar on possible approaches to putting the brakes on rider harassment. Panelists will dive deep into qualitative data gathering approaches and MTI’s new passenger survey tool. This webinar is for transit riders, operators, government workers, advocacy groups, community-based organizations, and anyone inbetween who is interested in addressing rider harassment. Attendees may also earn one professional development hour (PDH) credit through the completion of this webinar. Learn more & RSVP here.

  • Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024
  • Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
  • Location: Virtual via Zoom

Explore the intersections between health and housing: The housing instability crisis that affects millions in the United States can have a profound impact on a person’s health and well-being. Health Affairs, a health policy research journal, is hosting a webinar to discuss a range of housing policy areas centered around health equity. Throughout the event there will be panelists ready to answer questions on important issues within the themes of communities and neighborhoods, health sector interventions, homelessness and housing costs, and quality and stability. Learn more & RSVP here.

  • Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024
  • Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Location: Virtual via Zoom

Learn about the evolution of parking in America: Brookings Metro will host Henry Grabar, a staff writer at Slate, for a discussion on how American cities can evolve their approaches to parking and, in the process, build more inclusive and sustainable neighborhoods. Grabar will talk about his recent book, “Paved Paradise,” in which he details how the country designed itself into this situation—and features stories from many of the leaders who are trying to design a way out. A panel will follow with experts from across the transportation, urban planning, and real estate industries. Learn more & RSVP here.

  • Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024
  • Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • Location: Virtual or Brookings Institution, 1775 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036 (in-person)

Thursday, February 8:

Pop in for a pop-up bike shop: Need some bicycle upkeep work done? Join Upshift DC for their pop-up workshop at Neptune Room where they will be conducting bicycle safety checks, chain lubing, and brake/shifting adjustments. Upshift Workshop is a one-woman owned mobile bicycle repair and education workshop focused on making biking more accessible. There will also be a Bicycle Film Festival screening with adventure shorts and a featured film at the end with beverages and snacks to enjoy. Learn more here.

  • Date: Thursday, February 8, 2024
  • Time: 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
  • Location: Neptune Room, 5405 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20011

Saturday, February 10:

Bike with Ward 5 Family Biking: Ward 5 Family Biking hosts monthly bike rides in the DC area open to riders of all ages. This month, they are hosting their “Be My Cupcake” bike ride where riders can gather for a 2 mile trip starting at Dwight Mosley Playground and ending at Metrobar. At the end there will be music, cupcake decorating, and a “safe streets valentines” project for the Mayor. Learn more here.

  • Date: Saturday, February 10, 2024
  • Time: 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
  • Location: Dwight Mosley Playground, 1800 Perry St NE, Washington, DC 20018

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Maya Hopkins was an Engagement Intern at GGWash. She grew up in Gaithersburg, MD and graduated from The University of Maryland, College Park. She has a degree in both Operations Management & Business Analytics and Information Systems with a minor in Nonprofit Leadership and Social Innovation. Maya is proud to call the DMV metro area her home and is interested in using her degree to improve the quality of life of her DMV neighbors in any way possible.