Growing the Next Generation of Transit Riders

Students making the transition from childhood to their teenage years are developing world views and habits that can last a lifetime. Recognizing this, transit agencies and community organizations are engaging with young people, helping them to become more independent and capable transit users as well as advocates for transit within their communities. Learn the specifics of different initiatives and hear from a youth advocate for transit. No homework but plenty of key take-aways about how to engage with a diversity of students and with schools, as well as ways to cultivate program champions.

Rachel DeCordoba, Program Manager, King County Metro Transit, Seattle, WA
Theresa Thompson-Nix, Program Manager, Move Minnesota, Saint Paul, MN
Asher Polsky, Student, Lower Merion School District, Philadelphia, PA
Facilitator: Eric Tunell, Senior Urban Planner, Arcadis, Los Angeles, CA