by Carolyn Szczepanski
on February 03, 2016
 It's hard to believe that just 10 years ago there was a gaping void in data related to bicycling and walking on a state and city level. In 2007, the Alliance helped to change that with its first Benchmarking Report. Now, nearly a decade later, that comprehensive resource propels advocates and stakeholders at every level. As we prepare for the 2016 Benchmarking Report launch next month, we explored the critical value — and evolution — of the report with two top researchers.
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by Carolyn Szczepanski
on February 02, 2016
 It’s that time of year again! Please nominate stand-out advocacy leaders in your community for the 2016 Advocacy Awards! To recognize excellence in the bicycle and pedestrian advocacy movement, the Alliance has held the Advocacy Awards since 2009 — and this year we’re donning our sparkles alongside the League of American Bicyclists, co-hosting an Awards Gala on the opening night of the 2016 National Bike Summit & Women’s Forum.
by Carolyn Szczepanski
on January 22, 2016
 In this edition of Roundup, Chicago advocates honor and elevate the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.; Minneapolis bicyclists consider what equity means for their work; San Francisco grapples with an unsettling interaction between cop and cyclist; leaders of color weigh in on enforcement and Vision Zero; Bike Pittsburgh celebrates gender equity in its staff; and so much more!
by Carolyn Szczepanski
on January 20, 2016
 In coming weeks and months, state legislatures will kick into high gear and advocates will fight for funding and policies that make biking better. What did we see at statehouses in 2015 and what can we expect in 2016? Last week, we hosted a webinar with PeopleForBikes to explore key trends across the country — and give you a primer on bills that passed in 2015 and proposals that are pending for 2016.
by Carolyn Szczepanski
on January 08, 2016
In this edition of Roundup, Wisconsin reveals its 2016 advocacy resolutions, Washington and California roll out their legislative priorities, Massachusetts advocates pack the State House in support of bike safety bills, Bike Walk Mississippi asks drivers to "Change Lanes to Pass," Alliance members are recognized with Streetsblog awards — and more.
by Carolyn Szczepanski
on January 06, 2016
 When we released our State of the Movement report last year, one of the most notable findings was the massive growth in bike/walk advocacy staff. As our professional ranks expand, how can we use performance reviews to help staff become as successful, innovative and effective as they can be? How do we tie personnel to program goals? And are their new tools to make this process easier? Last month we explored these questions on our Distance Learning Webinar.
by Carolyn Szczepanski
on December 30, 2015
 As we ring in 2016 later this week, we're delighted to announce several new members on the Alliance's Board of Directors. Bringing distinct backgrounds and skills sets in strategy, equity, public health and more, Jennifer Allen, Tamika Butler and Nicole Ferrara will help us grow the movement — and strengthen the Alliance — in the coming year and beyond. Here's a brief introduction to our new Board members and insight on their passions for walking, biking and the Alliance.
by Carolyn Szczepanski
on December 18, 2015
In this edition of Roundup, two major Vision Zero Action Plans are released in Boston and DC, Chicago advocates welcome the opening of the city's first bus rapid transit project, Cycle Toronto wins funding to keep folks rolling through the winter, a merger in the Northwest creates the nation's largest statewide bike advocacy group, WalkBoston gets a special honor for its 25th anniversary... and much more.
by Carolyn Szczepanski
on December 17, 2015
 In 2016, the Alliance will celebrate 20 years of serving state and local bike/walk advocates. As we reflect on our fundamental role in the growth and professionalization of the movement, we know that to continue to serve YOU, our members, we can't simply rest on our successes. We need to change with the times, as well. We don't have all the answers yet, but here's where we're headed in 2016 and beyond.
by Carolyn Szczepanski
on December 16, 2015
 There’s no doubt: The bike/walk movement is gaining momentum, but we still face significant obstacles. So in our State of the Movement report, we asked Alliance member organizations to share what challenges they're facing in their work. We found that our movement has some similar — and distinct — difficulties compared to the nonprofit sector at large and identified the top 10 most reported hurdles facing walk/bike organizations.
by Carolyn Szczepanski
on December 14, 2015
 Advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in biking and walking has become a stated goal of a number of Alliance organizations. In our State of the Movement report, we asked our members who they're partnering with most frequently right now — and were somewhat surprised by the results. Who's missing from this list and how can we start to authentically bridge critical gaps in our work by partnering more closely with community groups?
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