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Auto Free New York (AFNY) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting sustainable and accessible transportation solutions. AFNY advocates for expanded public transportation, safe cycling infrastructure, pedestrian safety, and other initiatives that will lead to a greener and more equitable city.

There are many ways you can get involved in the work of AFNY. You can join as a member or volunteer with our campaigns and initiatives, attend public meetings and hearings in support of our positions, donate to help sustain our mission, and spread the word about what we do.

AFNY works on a variety of projects related to supporting sustainable transportation in the NYC area. This includes advocating for improved public transportation, improved bike/pedestrian infrastructure, improved access for lower-income communities, reducing traffic fatalities through Vision Zero initiatives, and supporting environmental justice by protecting vulnerable neighborhoods from pollution.

Vision Zero is an initiative to reduce traffic fatalities through engineering changes to roadways, enforcement of traffic laws like speed limits or distracted driving regulations, education programs focused on bicycle/pedestrian safety and driver awareness training courses. It was first implemented in Sweden in 1997 and has since been adopted by many cities around the world including New York City.

Environmental justice focuses on protecting vulnerable communities from environmental hazards such as air pollution or contaminated soil resulting from industrial development or waste disposal practices. To advocate for this cause, AFNY seeks to improve public transit options so that people have reliable alternatives to commuting by car which would further reduce emissions into the environment. We also work on bicycle/pedestrian infrastructure improvements so that residents feel safer walking or cycling around their neighborhoods rather than relying on vehicles which consume non-renewable energy sources.

Yes! Donations play an important role in helping us achieve our mission of improving transportation options in NYC. While membership dues help cover some costs associated with running the organization and participating in campaigns, donations provide additional funding that helps us expand our reach even further.

The Board of Directors at Auto Free New York consists of 12 members who bring diverse perspectives from various professional backgrounds including public health professionals, sustainability experts, academics specializing in urban planning & policy issues, experienced activists & campaigners passionate about safe streets & equitable mobility solutions for all residents.

The board typically meets once per month either remotely or in person depending on the circumstances at that time be it current COVID restrictions or climate conditions across NYC boroughs over any given period; however meetings may occur more frequently due to special events or campaigns requiring an extra level of oversight from board members.

AFNY was founded back in 2005 by Mark Gorton who wanted to create a platform where everyday citizens could have their voices heard when it came to important decisions regarding urban planning & accessibility needs within NYC metropolitan area.