Story Spotlights

Whether you drive or not, the first step to improving access is sharing your story!

“I’ve been visually impaired my whole life and cannot drive. This issue highlights the inequities that people with disabilities or those who cannot drive face when trying to get around.” – David A.

“I do not own a car, mostly because I can’t afford it, but also because I enjoy the more intimate connections you experience to the city when you bike, walk and transit.” – Allison G.

“Although I have a car now, I’m excited to participate in a Week Without Driving and hope many people will remember that cars are a dangerous luxury and privilege, not a right.” – Symone S.

“I choose to participate as a person with a disability, the lack of adequate transportation in my suburban neighborhood limits my ability to access public transportation. Using a car as my main means of transportation has become an essential need as a disabled person as it allows me to commute to work and throughout the city without barriers. I believe if public transportation was more accessible in areas outside of the city, individuals who don’t have direct access to a car would have the means to commute without limits.” – Cheyenne H.

“I like how I can hear birds on a walk, celebrate my strong body when I bike, and connect with people who I pass by. It’s connecting with community and nature for me at the micro level and at the macro level it’s human’s collective impact on the livability of our planet.” – Kayla M.

“I haven’t owned a car since 2021, and I primarily get around walking and using public transit… I’m participating to stand up for public transit that is not just good enough to get by, but is reliable, fast, safe, and comfortable! Our public transit should be something we’re proud of!” – Jason P.

“I am a country girl at heart, but I moved to Pittsburgh in 2019 so I could eliminate the need for a daily commute vehicle and ride my bike for most of my transportation needs. There are so many benefits to living close to where you work every day, but I found so many barriers too… We can all drive less and still get where we need to go.” – Crystal W.

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