Promoting active transportation (z.j.)

This primer is intended to give an introduction and orientation to as to why and how health should be considered in transportation planning and decision-making -in particular through active transportation- and the role that public health practitioners can play. In it you will find:

• Examples of how to become involved with transportation, land use and built environment decisions at various levels in your community, region or state. 
• Common ways in which public health professionals can become leaders in the development of active transportation policies.
• A brief overview of how transportation programs are organized and funded.
• Suggestions for ways to engage.

You also will find a variety of resources, ideas and additional information listed throughout this document to help you dig deeper into particular aspects and to connect with other partners and experts.