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Amsterdam, June 3rd 2020 Today, on the UN’s World Bicycle Day 2020, BYCS and its network of Bicycle Mayors & Leaders are launching a Global Call to Action to Champion Active Mobility post COVID-19. There

As Covid-19 forces cities across the globe to grind to a halt, bicycle usage has surged. In this piece, Lucas Snaije questions if urban crisis may reveal alternative systems of mobility to create a more

This article was written by Senay Boztas from DutchNews.nl: please read more here. The first ever European ‘Bicycle Mayor Summit’ has united 18 leading cycling advocates to share ideas and experiences in the Netherlands this

De tweede internationale ‘Bicycle Architecture Biennale’ (BAB), een tentoonstelling van opvallende en vooruitstrevende fiets architectuur, een initiatief dat over de hele wereld reist van Amsterdamse social enterprise BYCS – komt weer naar de Amsterdam en

Bicycle Mayors are active in almost 90 cities around the world. They are leading dynamic changes, using cycling to tackle everything from air pollution to mental health and community strength. But the real power of

Gezocht: Fietsburgemeesters in 6 Nederlandse steden. Meld je nu aan! Amsterdam, December 2019 Katelijne Boerma, Fietsburgemeester van Amsterdam sinds 2017, is op zoek naar meer Fietsburgemeesters én Junior Fietsburgemeesters in Nederland. Met de reden om

October | 29th | 20:00 | Pakhuis de Zwijger Amsterdam is the world’s cycling capital. With the amount of cyclists still growing exponentially every year. What’s the city’s infrastructure like to cater these demand? Time

BYCS announces a global event series that promotes, stimulates and scales solutions that increase the comfort, joy and safety of cyclists in hot climates. To celebrate World Car-Free Day, BYCS is announcing the launch of

We are in the midst of a global health crises, and the youngest members of society are being hit the hardest. Cities that want to be fit for the future understand that means also being

Many cities around the world are working to increase the number of cyclists. Ask them why and you will get a mixed bag of responses – we are overcrowded with cars, our air quality is

Cities around the globe face challenges for cycling progress both big and small. Although Amsterdam’s well on its way to being a cyclists paradise, the city still has pockets that lag behind. BYCS has been

This week, BYCS is launching or showcasing five impactful programs that can help any city, anywhere to become more cycling-friendly. These programs are in the spotlight at Velo-city, the world’s biggest cycling conference. Here’s what

BYCS launches tool to help cities plan sustainable transformation through cycling at Velo-city. Tool developed with the City of Amsterdam and now available to all cities Dublin, 27 June 2019 Any city, anywhere can now

Bicycle Mayors are independent city leaders who bring together all corners of society around new ideas that can accelerate cycling progress. Their work is helping to uncover the massive economic, social, health, and environmental benefits of increased cycling capacity. And, the network has just reached a landmark in its growth with the appointment of the world’s 50th Bicycle Mayor.

These are the 5 most exciting cycling projects in the Bicycle Architecture Biennale – and the world – according to World Economic Forum. **This is an article from World Economic Forum on the Bicycle Architecture

Cycling is more than transportation, it is transformation. Amsterdam-based social enterprise BYCS pursues this change in a number of BYCS Labs around the world to innovate, test and scale cycling innovations. In a special pop-up

The Bicycle Architecture Biennale (BAB) is a prestigious showcase of cutting edge, visually striking and high profile building designs that are facilitating bicycle travel and transforming communities around the world. After a hugely successful first

July 3rd | 20:00 | Pakhuis de Zwijger   How can we improve disrespectful behavior in traffic? An interactive talkshow on bicycle etiquette Cycling is the most social way of getting from A to B in a

To mark World Bicycle Day and to celebrate the transformational power of cycling, BYCS’ Helena Wolf outlines what Bicycle Mayors in cities around the world are doing to lead positive progress for children, and how you can get involved to help make cities #FitForChildren.

WeMakeThe.City is the biggest city festival in Europe. From 17 to 23 June, it celebrates urban life and focusses on city innovation and progress,  in the Amsterdam metropolitan area. We believe cycling plays a crucial

The Urban Future Global Conference is the largest meeting of city changemakers in the world. BYCS was there in Oslo last week leading talks and events. Find out the key lessons shared by international innovators that you can apply to urban progress.

During ‘Van A tot Zuidas’ we will speak to employers and experts to learn how businesses can contribute to the accessibility of Amsterdam’s main business district, through implementing sustainable mobility.

Smog-covered cities are a scene all too familiar to the world’s second most populous country. In fact, 11 of the 12 most polluted cities in the world are located in India, and now the country’s

17th of April | 20:00 | Rozet – Kortestraat 16 Arnhem (Event in Dutch) Interactive talkshow on the potential of bike-share Through our CycleLab in Gelderland we’re hosting an evening in which we bring together

Biennale will launch in June and is now looking for the most inspiring projects The Bicycle Architecture Biennale (BAB) is a prestigious showcase of cutting edge and high profile architecture that facilitates bicycle uptake around

8th of April | 20:00 | Pakhuis de Zwijger   Prepare to be inspired by transformative tales of the bicycle To many people in Holland the bicycle is seen as a regular means of transportation.

“In January seven new changemakers joined the network, in cities from Asia, Europe and North America. And many more potential leaders have applied to join. More Bicycle Mayors equals elevated health, environmental and economic benefits for people everywhere.”

In this episode of Bike & City you’ll listen to stories on the evolution of cycling in cities through history, told by photographers, filmmakers, authors and other legends.

To help us achieve our bold 50by30 mission, we are steered by the BYCS Organizational Values, three simple words that provide the architecture for our success. And we are sharing these with you so you can help us stay on track and hopefully be inspired to join us in our work.

To help track our progress towards our 50by30 mission, to push ourselves to go further, and to inspire you to join our work, we have developed an Impact Snapshot. Find out more.