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What if mobility were a right? In this issue, we highlight how ICLEI supports cities in delivering sustainable, people-centered mobility systems that are safe, accessible, and zero-emission. Discover how cities are embedding equity into urban mobility and explore ICLEI’s new framework on “Mobility as a Right.”
This week, we are on the ground with our largest-ever delegation at Climate Week NYC (21-28 Sept). This includes ICLEI President Mayor Katrin Stjernfeldt Jammeh, and ICLEI Vice Presidents State Secretary Marjorie Kauffmann and Mayor Mohamed Sefiani, who are engaging in several high-level events to elevate the voice of cities and regions in the lead-up to COP30.
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From uneven sidewalks and distant bus stops to unsafe, costly rides, mobility gaps are an everyday reality. Explore how cities in the Malmö Commitment, ICLEI’s global network on prioritizing equity in sustainable development, are removing barriers with equity-led, people-centered approaches that make moving safer and easier for all.
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More news from our network
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🔹 ICLEI brings its largest-ever delegation to Climate Week NYC
Running from 21-28 September, ICLEI is on the ground with more than 20 mayors and local leaders from the U.S., Brazil, Sweden, Morocco, Ecuador, Argentina, Australia, and Colombia to push for local and regional leadership in the climate action implementation agenda, an important legacy for COP30.
🔹 ICLEI Members in Japan are scaling action through ICLEI’s five pathways
In 2024, ICLEI Members in Japan engaged in various activities to advance sustainability towards zero emission, nature-based, resilient, circular, and equitable development.
City leaders, experts, and regional bodies from five countries convened in Singapore to fast-track climate and biodiversity action.
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FRAMEWORK
Making mobility a right
Published by ICLEI Europe, the Mobility as a Right (MaaR) Conceptual Framework provides practitioners with recommendations to embed MaaR into transport planning and governance. Six principles guide cities toward more equitable, sustainable, and inclusive mobility systems.
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VIDEOS
What if our cities were built for people, not just cars?
The Sparking Active Mobility Actions for Climate-Friendly Cities (SPARK) project is empowering residents in Quezon City and Pasig City, Philippines, to reimagine their streets through community-driven initiatives.
GET INVOLVED
Be part of African Mobility Month
Running yearly from 16 September to 16 October, this continent-wide initiative spotlights people-centered, sustainable urban transport driving equitable, low-carbon, resilient cities.
INVESTOR BRIEF
E-Mobility Financing in Brazil, Ecuador, and India
The TAP-TUMI Investor Brief offers a practical guide for unlocking investment in sustainable urban mobility and scaling climate-smart transport solutions in the Global South.
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IN-PERSON EVENT
September
25
Berlin, Germany
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ICLEI at Transport and Climate Change Week
Join ICLEI’s Sustainable Mobility team at 14:00 CEST for our event “Moving Together: Active Mobility and Technological Shifts.” Organized by GIZ, the Week (22-26 Sept) is a global platform for advancing transport systems.
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ONLINE EVENT
September
25
16:00 CEST
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Making Town Hall COPs more inclusive with the Malmö Commitment
This Daring Cities session features Malmö Commitment cities sharing lessons from hosting Town Hall COPs on building more equitable and accessible participatory processes.
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IN-PERSON EVENT
September / October
30 – 2
Vilnius, Lithuania
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Urban Mobility Days 2025
The European Commission, city leaders, industry representatives, and experts will discuss topics such as urban nodes, cycling, public transport, innovation, and tourism.
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IN-PERSON EVENT
October
7
Tirana, Albania
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Join ICLEI at the Walk21 Conference
At 11:00 CEST, ICLEI’s Sustainable Mobility team will share lessons from the SPARK project and how tactical urbanism is fostering active mobility in the Philippines.
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WEBINAR
October
8
10:00 & 16:00 CEST
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ICLEI Cityfood: Assessing and managing food waste in urban markets
Featuring global city cases, this webinar spotlights practical food waste solutions to boost food security, circularity, and climate resilience.
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IN-PERSON EVENT
October
8 – 9
New Delhi, India
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ARISE Cities Forum: From Bharat to Belém
ICLEI South Asia’s flagship event will convene leaders from across the Asia-Pacific to advance collaboration. Mayors and delegates will adopt the Delhi Declaration, reflecting the voice of the Global South, to be presented at COP30.
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IN-PERSON EVENT
October
15 – 16
Hermosillo, Mexico
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Global Solar Forum 2025
Global leaders will discuss solar energy, smart cities, and climate action. With Steve Wozniak as keynote speaker, the forum reinforces Hermosillo’s vision to evolve from “Sun City” into a model “Solar City.”
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Mobility & Urban Analyst – New Delhi, India
ICLEI South Asia Secretariat | Until suitable candidate is found
Transport Planner – New Delhi, India
ICLEI South Asia Secretariat | Until suitable candidate is found
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