People without a car or unable to drive should be able to get to where they need to go safely and effectively. But every day, Americans who can’t drive – approximately 25 percent of the population – face significant barriers to mobility such as inadequate sidewalks, poor transit, lack of connectivity and dangerous roads. The needs of non-drivers are too-often disregarded in transportation infrastructure and policies. Our goal should be a transportation system designed to support all individuals, regardless of ability, age, or income, that will strengthen our communities and enhance our quality of life.

In 2020, Disability Mobility Initiative began documenting the experiences of non-drivers in the State of Washington. In 2021 and 2022, they challenged elected officials and other decision-makers to a Week Without Driving – with profound effects on those who participated. For 2023, Strong Towns Grand Rapids is partnering with America Walks to take Week Without Driving national.

• OCT 2- Post a picture on your socials of you taking alternative transportation to work! Walk, Bike, Ride the Bus!

• OCT 4- Join the CNA Community Walk @ the CNA Building 205 Carrier St NE # 1, Grand Rapids, MI 49505 at 6:30pm.

• OCT 5 - Support GR Mobile commission meeting, Noon @ At Ryerson Auditorium -Grand Rapids Public Library-111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.

• OCT 6 - Rapid/Dash community ride. Meet @ Central Station. Meeting at 6pm.

• OCT 8- Post your reflections on the week on Social Media! Tag us in them!