Introducing The Urban Advocate
Welcome to the first posting of the Urban Advocate. Urban Velo is always looking for more ways to connect and serve our readers – and we think that a regularly updated column for all things advocacy related is just the ticket. At least for some of you. And who knows? The rest of you who don’t find bicycle advocacy as thrilling as I do may one day find yourself checking this column on a regular basis.
So here’s what to expect: a little bit of everything.
The truth is that there are lots of really good bicycle advocacy organizations out there. I’ve worked with a good number of them here in the United States. I know that many of you are already connecting with your local or state groups – even some at the national level – on a regular basis. But what we think is missing is a forum for the “everyday people” who might have questions, concerns or ideas relating to bicycle advocacy.
That’s where you come in.
Send us questions, suggestions for topics, cool links and stories – you name it. We’ll answer and post as much of it as we can. The column will be updated every few days with fresh content.
Here’s my first thought to get things going:
Where do bicycle advocates come from, and where do we find the passion and strength to keep fighting even when we know that the road ahead is long, steep, and full of potholes?
Share your thoughts and experiences with us! We’ll publish as much of your story as we can.
You can always reach the Urban Advocate via email at: advocacy@urbanvelo.org.
