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Lectern Session: Travel Needs and Barriers
Moderator(s):
Veronica Murphy
Session Description
This session delves into the complex interaction between transportation needs and barriers, focusing on the influence of diverse identities and socio-economic statuses. The studies explore how factors such as gender identity, race, and economic disadvantage shape travel behavior and experiences. Common themes include the impact of intersectional identities on transportation access, the importance of reliable and affordable transit, and the adverse effects of transport poverty on education and employment. Additionally, the session highlights innovative tools and methodologies for identifying and mitigating transportation inequities, emphasizing the need for inclusive planning that reflects the realities of marginalized communities.
Session Presentation
Addressing Disproportionate Adverse Impacts on Low-income and Racial Minority Population through the Planning Process
Betsy Harvey | Boston Region Metropolitan Planning Organization