Objective in Detail

HOW TRANSIT CAN BE FURTHER ENHANCED

While access to public transport and its service levels are the critical foundation for transport to work for caregivers, babies and toddlers, more is needed to make the trip safe, convenient, and affordable. Care activities reached by transit are typically non-regular trips that take planning and navigating: Having good information to help with wayfinding, trip planning, and navigating the system will help non regular users of transport systems.

Station design should feature design solutions that facilitate access, safety and comfort for caregivers traveling with young children. Level boarding and off-board fare collection help alleviate the stress of boarding and alighting while traveling with young children and supplies. Ramps, elevators and wide entrances to transport stations allow caregivers to safely access transport. Stairs and narrow openings are hard to navigate while carrying a child or a stroller. Having designated space and seating at transport stations for caregivers traveling with babies and toddlers will encourage them to use transport. Sufficient lighting,

Colorful murals in transport stations make more vibrant, engaging environments that positively impact mental health for adults while providing entertainment and a point of engagement for young children. pictured: Buenos Aires Subte station.