Vision Zero Cities 2016

Janette Sadik-Khan, known for her transformation of New York City’s roadways into a network of green bike lanes, shares her experience and wisdom chronicled in her hot-off-the-presses hardcover, Streetfight: Handbook for an Urban Revolution (Viking).

followed by Q & A with Steve Hindy, Vice Chair, Board of Directors, Transportation Alternatives

Taking it to the streets... and to the halls of government. Behind every great policy innovation are thousands of passionate activists who dedicate themselves to the cause. These lightning talks will showcase individuals and organizations who raise their voices for justice and systemic change on the streets of Mexico City and New York and beyond. Activists and advocates share strategies for success -- and discuss how they have handled detours on the road to achieving Vision Zero.

For-hire vehicles have become increasingly prominent on urban streets and therefore have a significant role to play in setting standards and rolling out new models of excellence in driver training, safety and accountability.