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The Brake: A Streetsblog Podcast

What Does 'Inclusive' Transportation Really Mean? (Veronica O. Davis)

Aug 1, 2023
Veronica O. Davis discusses the need for an inclusive transportation approach to repair divided communities in the face of federal investment. She emphasizes prioritizing resources in high-injury areas, community engagement in projects, and advocating for non-car modes of transportation for equity and well-being.
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Quick takeaways

  • Inclusive transportation requires a new playbook to engage and empower marginalized communities effectively.
  • Prioritizing community needs and data-driven decisions are essential for creating equitable and safe transportation systems.

Deep dives

Veronica O'Harais's Diverse Career Rooted in Inspirational Family History

Veronica O'Harais has built a remarkable career in transportation, influenced by her grandmother's house being torn down in Louisiana years before her birth to construct a highway, a story echoing the experience of many minorities and low-income residents. She holds degrees as a planner and engineer from prestigious universities, co-founded Black Woman Bike, engaged in community journalism for advocacy, led a transportation agency in Houston, and emphasized a future of inclusive transportation in her book.

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