Women in Transport is delighted to be partnering with Transport Times in our 20th Anniversary Year for the 2025 National Transport Awards on a brand new award category:
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Shaping the Future of Inclusive Bus Cab Design
Following the success of the D&I Bus Group’s Inclusive Cab Summit back in March 2024, we’re excited to announce that this workstream will now be incorporated into the efforts of TfL and Women in Bus and Coach
Read MoreEquality Ministers announced the launch of the Equality (Race and Disability) Bill consultation
Earlier this week Equality Ministers announced the launch of the Equality (Race and Disability) Bill consultation on mandatory ethnicity and disability pay gap reporting.
Read MoreAccessible transport a ‘human rights’ issue according to new Government report
Bus Users UK has described a powerful new report on transport accessibility as a ‘wake-up’ call for all those involved in the design, planning and delivery of services. ‘Access denied’ from the Transport Committee calls for an urgent overhaul of laws, strategy and attitudes to ‘get transport working for disabled people’.
Read MorePodcast S2E12: 25 Years in Infrastructure with Siu Mun Lee
In this episode, we’re speaking to Siu Mun Lee about her 25 year career in infrastructure projects. We discuss the fast pace of large-scale projects, the value of taking a pause to re-evaluate your career, and the importance of networks and community.
Read MorePodcast S2E11: Navigating Rail with Kim Kapur
In this episode, we’re speaking to Kim Kapur about her career from communications to Crossrail to HS2, and how mentors have helped her on her way. Kim speaks about the challenges of joining rail from communications, how people and connections are at the heart of her leadership style, and her pride at the achievements she has accomplished.
Read MorePodcast S2E10: Resilience in Leadership with Kai-Nneka Townsend and Sharon Pickering
In this episode, we’re speaking to Kai-Nneka Townsend and Sharon Pickering about the fundamentals of human performance and resilience in leadership. Kai-Nneka shares her experience with workplace burnout and the importance of leaders building resilience to manage stress and support their teams. Sharon emphasizes the holistic approach to human performance, integrating physiological, cognitive, and emotional elements.
Read MorePodcast S2E9: Building Adaptive Workplaces with Dr Emma Langman-Maher
In this episode, Dr Emma Langman-Maher talks about her career journey from a transport planner to engineering to HR, influenced by synchronicity and building relationships. She shares her approach to managing ADHD, autism and trauma, including EMDR therapy, and is candid about the strengths her experiences give her in the world of work.
Read MorePodcast S2E8: Fit for Her – Addressing PPE Needs for Women in the Workforce
In this episode, we’re speaking to Katherine Evans and Amanda Marshall about the critical issue of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for women. Katherine emphasizes the gendered nature of PPE and its impact on women's safety and confidence. Amanda shares her personal experience with ill-fitting PPE and her innovative solution of adding a zip to coveralls for easier removal.
Read MorePodcast S2E7: Leading with Purpose – Georgia Yexley on Sustainable Transport, Intersectionality, and Building Loud Mobility
In this episode, we’re speaking to Georgia Yexley about sustainable transport, ADHD and intersectionality. She shares about her career to date, from working at Mobike to founding her own company, and what it feels like to be the lone black woman in an organisation.
Read MorePodcast S2E6: Impact Matters – Voices on Inclusion
In this episode, we have a bumper edition for National Inclusion Week. We’re speaking to a variety of guests with connections to Women in Transport for their take on how to promote inclusion in the workplace.
Read MorePodcast S2E5: Exploring Diabetes Awareness – Intersectional Perspectives on Prevention and Management
In this episode, we’re speaking to Clare Murphy and Kate Walker about diabetes, and the risks it poses in the road haulage industry. 5 million people in the UK have diabetes, and amongst people who drive for a living, it could be as many as 1 in 3 with type 2 diabetes.
Read MorePodcast S2E4: Intersectional Journeys with Magdalena Nowak
Magdalena Nowak began her life in Communist Poland, dreaming of travel and adventure. After experiencing flooding and homelessness, she left Poland and lived and worked around Europe before settling in the UK. She worked her way up in the NHS for ten years, before making the change to become a train guard just six years ago.
Read MorePodcast S2E3: Free to Be Me – Conversations with Transport Pioneers Celebrating South Asian Heritage Month
In this episode, we’re celebrating the South Asian pioneers of the UK transport industry. We’ve interviewed four guests from around the sector, to talk about their careers, the challenges they faced and their advice for young South Asians as they enter the workforce.
Read MorePodcast S2E2: Unlocking Success – The Transformative Power of Networks
In this episode, we’re speaking to Hannah Winstanley and Donna Kelly about networks. Women’s networks can be a powerful way to overcome the barriers to success that women face, helping you to find mentors, allies and advice at every stage of your career.
Read MorePodcast S2E1: Unmasking Microaggressions with Cecilia Harvey
How can you recognise microaggressions in your workplace, and help to reduce their impact? Cecilia Harvey gives tangible examples of what microaggressions are, how they can affect those who receive them, and how we can call them out, whether we are on the receiving end or as allies.
Read MorePodcast S1E9: Allyship
The final episode of season one of the Women in Transport Podcast considers the topic of allyship, in recognition of International Men’s Day, 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence, and White Ribbon Day.
Read MorePodcast S1E8: Menopause Awareness
Menopause is a natural phase of life for many women, yet it often remains shrouded in mystery, with countless myths and misunderstandings. We're here to shed light on the subject and offer insights, advice, and support.
Read MorePodcast S1E7: Saluting Our Sisters – Black History Month
In our latest episode of the Women in Transport Podcast, we're diving deep into the rich tapestry of Black History Month. Join us as we Salute our Sisters on this captivating journey, talking about representation, history, and hope.
Read MorePodcast S1E6: Beyond Bias – Mastering Inclusive Recruitment
In this thought-provoking episode, we delve deep into the world of inclusive recruitment, exploring strategies and insights to create a more equitable and diverse workforce. Join us as we unravel the intricate web of biases that often taint the hiring process and discover practical steps to break free from them.
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