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Explore our latest sustainable mobility news! Discover TUMI’s latest activities in the monthly TUMI Updates, read on innovative mobility technologies and inspiring case studies from around the world.

26 July 2024
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Mapping a Sustainable Future: TUMI at the State of the Map in Yaoundé, Cameroon

Every two years, the regional conference State of the Map Africa takes place, connecting OpenStreetMap communities from the continent. It emphasizes the importance of open-access data, the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and the impact of these technologies on sustainable development across Africa. The conference serves as a platform for connecting international and regional […]

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7 January 2025

Winter Cycling – Addressing the Challenges, year after year

This is a republication of a blog post from 2019 by Jan Rickmeyer. „Winter is coming” – at least to the Northern hemisphere. In the cold season, cyclists face various challenges including darkness, snow and slippery roads. But does that necessarily mean that they are unsafe or ride less? Which measures can be undertaken to […]

6 January 2025

Mobilize Minds: TUMI’s Online Learning Program – Building Strategic Partnerships with Universities

As cities around the world grapple with the challenges of urbanization and complex transportation challenges, the need for human talent and expertise has never been more urgent. Jointly with renowned knowledge partners, the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI) has been building up a comprehensive suite of e-learning courses designed to equip students and professionals with […]

17 December 2024

TUMI Update Special Edition: Global Alliance for Feminist Transport

Celebrating 2024’s Mobility Milestones! Dear reader, As 2024 draws to a close, we reflect on a remarkable year of progress and innovation in advancing sustainable and inclusive mobility. Across TUMI’s initiatives and global partnerships, the dedication to creating a just, accessible, and climate-friendly future has been unwavering. This special edition of the TUMI Update highlights […]

26 November 2024

TUMI Update December

Dear Friends of TUMI, As December begins, we’re excited to share TUMI’s latest strides in advancing sustainable and inclusive mobility. This month highlights key events and initiatives shaping equitable transport solutions for all. November marked a significant milestone with the 12th World Urban Forum (WUF12) in Cairo, where TUMI contributed to transformative discussions, also at […]

26 November 2024

TUMI Goes to Cairo: WUF12

This year’s World Urban Forum (WUF) host city, Cairo, greeted its 23,000 participants with vibrant street life and dense traffic congestion, which made discussions around mobility, climate resilience, and social inclusion even more important at the conference. In line with WUF’s mission to support the progress on SDG11, TUMI championed transformative mobility approaches with […]

20 November 2024

Planning transport with the mobility of care in mind

Season 2 Episode 31: Talking Transport Transformation – Podcast (podigee.io) Where do care and mobility intersect? Inés Sánchez de Madariaga, a leading expert in gender and urban planning, shares her insights on integrating the mobility of care into transportation planning and policy. In this article, we take a closer look at the mobility of […]

14 November 2024

TUMI Lab HCMC: Big Data for Climate Proofing Urban Buses to Flooding

by Assoc. Prof. Vu Anh Tuan, dated 27.09.2024 Current achievements The TUMI Lab Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) (2022-2024) is been implemented by the Vietnamese-German University under the GIZ, Transforming Urban Mobility Initiative funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). The main objective of the TUMI Lab is the […]

6 November 2024

Empowering Safer Public Transport: The Gender Data Mapathon in Addis Ababa

Urban mobility is an essential part of daily life in cities like Addis Ababa. However, public transport systems often fail to meet women’s unique needs and safety concerns. Globally, women face critical challenges in public transport, from harassment to accessibility issues. According to a 2020 report by the International Labour Organization (ILO), limited access to […]

31 October 2024

In need for a knowledge boost on e-mobility? Here you will find how to successfully navigate our comprehensive e-learning offers!

Electrification is indispensable to achieve a decarbonisation of the transport sector in cities. Thus, professionals require up-to-date knowledge and tools to make informed decisions. Over the past three years, at the Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative (TUMI) we are stepping up to meet this demand by offering a series of inspiring e-learning courses on sustainable mobility, […]

29 October 2024

TUMI Update November

Dear Friends at of TUMI, As we enter November, we’re excited to share TUMI’s latest developments in advancing sustainable and inclusive mobility. This month, we spotlight key events and initiatives that bring us closer to a future where equitable transport solutions are accessible to all. October marked a significant milestone with the Hamburg Sustainability Conference, […]

21 October 2024

Transforming Streets: A Journey Towards Safer, Healthier, and Vibrant Communities

By reimagining and redesigning public spaces, we can create environments that prioritize safety, sustainability, and the well-being of all citizens. Redesigning streets for people is a core tenant of urban development and plays a pivotal role in shaping a city’s identity and fostering a sense of community. This article explores the positive influence of street […]

29 September 2024

TUMI Update October

Dear Friends of TUMI, This month, we’re excited to celebrate a significant milestone with the launch of the Global Alliance for Feminist Transport, which brings together diverse voices from around the world to reimagine transport systems through a gender-equity lens. This initiative underscores our commitment to fostering inclusive, safe, and accessible urban mobility for all. […]

29 August 2024

TUMI Update September

Dear Friends of TUMI, As we step into September, we’re excited to share the latest developments in our journey of transforming urban mobility. But first, we have to share some news about changes within in the TUMI team (see below). Many thanks to Insa Illgen for years of inspiring leadership! Going forward, we’re proud to […]

16 August 2024

Improving public transport in Tirana, one step at a time.

The mobility of people is a major topic worldwide. Sustainable urban mobility is paramount to creating and sustaining livable cities by improving quality of life, promoting economic prosperity, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability. Sustainable urban mobility enhances resilience, supports effective urban planning, and fosters a balanced, accessible, and vibrant urban environment in our cities. Urban mobility within […]

15 August 2024

TUMI Update August

Dear Friends of TUMI, This August, we want to highlight our #MobilizeMinds efforts. We are thrilled to share a wealth of knowledge products, events and trainings that showcase our collective efforts towards towards capacity development for sustainable urban mobility. Deep Dive into the TUMI Knowledge Hub: We’ve recently added180 essential publications from the SUTP website […]