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December 11, 2014by Liz Cornish Jones
One annual feature of the National Forum on Women & Bicycling has been an opportunity to showcase women entrepreneurs in the bike industry. From makers with small Etsy shops to more established businesses corporations, we enjoy providing an opportunity to connect women business leaders to leaders in women bike advocacy. With the Forum just around the corner, we are now ready to accept... -
December 11, 2014by Liz Murphy
For those of you who have ever worked to get a trail, greenway, bike path or sidewalk built, you know that it is no easy task. But of all the obstacles our community faces, the one that poses the greatest threat to trails comes from elected officials who claim that investing in biking and walking infrastructure is a frivolous use of public funds. In recent years, biking and walking... -
December 9, 2014by Adonia Lugo
Here at the League, we like heritage, whether it's drawing on our own legacy like we did when we re-introduced the winged wheel as our logo or recognizing particular individuals' influence. We know that following history helps us understand where we are today, and where we could go tomorrow. We hope you'll join us in congratulating Recycle-A-Bicycle in New York City as they celebrate 20 years of... -
December 8, 2014by Christy Kwan
Thanks to the generous support from the SRAM Cycling Fund and REI, Advocacy Advance offers Rapid Response Grants to help state and local advocacy organizations to win, increase, and preserve public funding for biking and walking in their communities. In 2014, Advocacy Advance supported 18 biking and walking advocacy organizations with our standard Rapid Response Grants, as well as an additional... -
December 8, 2014by Bill Nesper
We are currently seeking a spring intern to assist with the Bicycle Friendly America program. Each year, through its Bicycle Friendly America program, the League evaluates hundreds of applications from across the country, and designates Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum-level Bicycle Friendly States, Communities, Businesses, and Universities. Learn more about the Bicycle Friendly America...
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December 5, 2014by Liz Murphy
The League’s Board of Directors serves a critical role in guiding the organization to a sustainable and vibrant future. The Board is made up of both board-appointed and member-elected seats — and currently, there are three open seats and four candidates for those member-elected spots. We need YOUR votes to determine who will join the board for the next three years. You can read more about all of... -
December 4, 2014by Liz Cornish Jones
As we look for solutions to close the gender gap on bicycling, Women Bike has partnered with Specialized to take a deep dive into the world of bike retail. We are seeking to uncover the best practices shops are employing to both attract and retain women customers. -
December 4, 2014by Liz Murphy
The League’s Board of Directors serves a critical role in guiding the organization to a sustainable and vibrant future. The Board is made up of both board-appointed and member-elected seats — and currently, there are three open seats and four candidates for those member-elected spots. We need YOUR votes to determine who will join the board for the next three years. You can read more about all of... -
December 3, 2014by Steve Clark
It's official: The League reached 100 visits to communities across the country this year, helping them to create more bicycle friendly places for their residents. I completed 77 of those visits myself, so, as you can image, I have a lot of lessons to share. Here's some of what I learned. -
December 3, 2014by Liz Murphy
The League’s Board of Directors serves a critical role in guiding the organization to a sustainable and vibrant future. The Board is made up of both board-appointed and member-elected seats — and currently, there are three open seats and four candidates for those member-elected spots. We need YOUR votes to determine who will join the board for the next three years. You can read more about all of...
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