Quito: Making Strides in Gender-Inclusive Urban Mobility

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During the SOLUTIONSplus project we made progress towards gender inclusion in Quito's urban mobility. We saw women in key leadership roles, from international coordination and local management to technical positions in vehicle production and operations. This commitment to incorporating women across the board is commendable and paves the way for a more equitable transportation landscape for everyone.

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However, we acknowledge there's room for improvement. In our initial phases, data wasn't collected to differentiate the experiences of women and men. This makes it difficult to assess if our solutions benefit all genders equally. We've also identified areas where project reports used masculine language and some training programs lacked gender parity.

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We're building on lessons learned from SOLUTIONSplus to inform future initiatives like E-MOVILIZA Project and eMOB and Gender Project in Ecuador.

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Here's how we're moving forward:

• Centering Gender Data: From the very beginning of future projects, we will collect gender-disaggregated data. This will allow us to understand how our solutions impact different demographics and ensure inclusivity.

• Inclusive Language Matters: We recognize the importance of using inclusive language in all communication. We're exploring the possibility of creating a dedicated workshop to raise awareness and best practices.

• Attracting and Retaining Women: We will implement strategies to attract and retain women and non-binary people in all aspects of our projects. This will ensure a diversity of voices and perspectives in shaping Quito's future mobility solutions.

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