Equity in Motion Summit: Explore Our Activations
Location: Concourse Lobby, Activations Floor
The Equitable Lens: A Collaborative Experience
NYC DOT
Join us for an immersive digital word cloud activity aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of equity. Participants will engage in reflective exercises, collectively defining equity. Through interactive participation, attendees will contribute to the creation of a dynamic visual representation of diverse perspectives on equity within our communities.
Reimaging Our Streets: NYC Street Design Manual (SDM)
NYC DOT Urban Design
NYC DOT will showcase the NYC Street Design Manual (SDM), the agency's definitive guide that shapes how New York City's streets, open spaces and infrastructure are designed, built and used. Since 2009, the SDM has helped reimagine New York City's street network and public right-of-way from one designed primarily for automobiles into one that supports a greater diversity of safe, inclusive, and convenient travel modes and activities with an increasing focus on pedestrians, cyclists and community activations. The Fourth Edition of the SDM is forthcoming in November 2024 bearing the formulation of a new design principle focused on equity and derived, in part, through increased community engagement as well as the Equity in Motion Summit.
Community Engagement Spotlight: Getting to Zero Together
NYC DOT Safety Education and Outreach
Learn how NYC DOT Safety Education collaborates with diverse communities to foster safer streets and promote understanding of the importance of Vision Zero. Participate in shaping a safer future for all road users and engage in the enjoyment of this collective endeavor.
Where Art Meets Environment: EcoHarmony
Natalie Wood, Artist
Natalie Wood will be presenting EcoHarmony, a grouping of repurposed furniture transformed into luscious organic sculptures through live plants, showcasing the potential of nature reclaiming the built environment.
Celebrate Earth: Aluminum Tributes to Our Planet
Lyubava Kroll, Artist
Experience the essence of Earth Day through Lyubava Kroll's stunning digital illustrations captured on aluminum street signage. Get a sneak peak of these signs that will adorn street poles along Car-Free Earth Day signature routes on April 20th. The artwork pays homage to our planet's beauty and fragility, serving as a poignant reminder of our collective responsibility towards environmental stewardship.
Wildlife Wonders: Exploring Urban Biodiversity
NYC Department of Parks and Recreation
Journey into the heart of urban biodiversity with the NYC Parks Wildlife Unit. Discover the hidden treasures of our city's natural world and learn how thoughtful design and management can create harmonious ecosystems within our bustling city.
Pedaling Towards Equity: The CitiBike Impact
Yehuda Pollack, City College Student
Join Yehuda Pollack as he navigates the intersection of urban mobility and equity. Through an insightful analysis of CitiBike system expansion, discover how cycling habits vary across diverse demographics, shaping the landscape of equitable transportation.
Navigating Accessibility: A Path to Inclusion
Tyler Ortiz, City College Student
Explore innovative solutions for enhancing navigation in urban settings with Tyler Ortiz’s research. Discover how these solutions empower visually impaired individuals to navigate New York City's streets with confidence and independence.
Capture the Moment: Equity in Motion Way & Car-Free Earth Day Street
NYC DOT
Step into the spirit of change and equity with our iconic street signs: "Equity in Motion Way" and "Car-Free Earth Day Street." Don't miss the chance to snap a selfie.
Transportation Alternatives
For five decades, Transportation Alternatives has led New York City's drive for safer, fairer streets. Through grassroots organizing and citywide advocacy, shaping policies, street designs, enforcement, and resources to improve urban streets. Join us in transforming NYC's streets.
The Hort Greens the In-Between of NYC
Since 1902, The Hort has connected people and plants throughout NYC. Through DOT’s Public Space Equity Program, the in-between spaces of NYC are greened, supporting DOT’s mission and emphasizing that everyone deserves access to plants, and no space is unsuitable for planting! Don’t miss the opportunity to learn more about The Hort’s work on DOT plazas and Open Streets, and to make a lavender sachet to experience the relaxing effects of the People2Plant connection firsthand!
Open Plans
Open Plans utilizes grassroots advocacy and policy change to inspire structural reforms and cultural shifts. Promoting a people-first street culture prioritizing community, safety, joy, mobility, and empowerment. Visit our activation area to learn more and find brochures and literature highlighting our programs and volunteer opportunities.
Bike New York
Bike New York empowers New Yorkers to transform their lives and communities through bicycling. Striving to increase ridership, empower youth to lead healthy, productive lives, remove barriers to cycling, and advocate for expanding services to reach more New Yorkers. Swing by the table for some exciting goodies and learn more about our initiatives.