1st Edition
Women Changing Cities Global stories of urban transformation
About the Authors Preface: Our Personal Experiences and Growth in Mobility Advocacy Introduction: The Growing Need for More Gender-Equitable Leadership Barcelona - Restoring Liveability Block by Block Bogota - Building a Legacy by Valuing Care Work Delhi - Digitizing the Right to the City Brussels - Bravery in the Face of Opposition Kampala - Changing Attitudes with Persistency and Passion Montreal - Ahead of the Curve in Human-Centred Design Manila - Working Together for Transport Through Biyahenihan Tirana - Child-Focused Planning in a Post-Communist Context Paris - From a City for Passing Through to a City for Passing Time Sydney - Establishing an Ecosystem of Women Changemakers Mexico City - Women Leaders Creating Space for the Next Generation Conclusion: Why Does Female Leadership Break Through The Status Quo? Bibliography Index Image Credits
Biography
Melissa Bruntlett and Chris Bruntlett are Canadian authors and urban mobility advocates promoting sustainable transport. Now based in the Netherlands, Melissa advises on inclusive mobility at Mobycon, while Chris shares Dutch cycling insights via the Dutch Cycling Embassy. Through Modacity and their books, they inspire global cities to prioritise people-focused urban design.
