Inclusive and Accessible Transportation for All: Strategies for Integrating Equity in Transportation Research
<i>Background</i>: Transportation equity has emerged as a critical area of focus in recent studies. Integrating equity into transportation research is increasingly recognized as essential for developing fair, inclusive, and sustainable transportation systems. The significance of this int...
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| description | <i>Background</i>: Transportation equity has emerged as a critical area of focus in recent studies. Integrating equity into transportation research is increasingly recognized as essential for developing fair, inclusive, and sustainable transportation systems. The significance of this integration lies in its potential to reduce social and spatial disparities, support economic growth, promote social cohesion, and advance public health. <i>Methods</i>: This literature review synthesizes recent research on the incorporation of equity into transportation studies within transportation planning and frameworks. It examines how equity is conceptualized, measured, and operationalized, focusing on both horizontal equity (the equal treatment of similar groups) and vertical equity (prioritizing disadvantaged populations). This study evaluates various methodologies and tools, such as accessibility indices, affordability metrics, and community engagement approaches, which are used to assess and promote equity in transportation systems. <i>Results</i>: The findings from this review highlight the importance of both horizontal and vertical equity in transportation planning and policy and foundational tools for assessing equity. <i>Conclusions</i>: Integrating equity into transportation research is vital for creating systems that are equitable, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of all communities. Addressing current challenges requires clearer and more consistent frameworks, improved data collection, and more inclusive, community-driven decision-making processes. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e7d7bb4a27ce45b78c06dc485b7041f12025-06-25T14:06:32ZengMDPI AGLogistics2305-62902025-05-01927210.3390/logistics9020072Inclusive and Accessible Transportation for All: Strategies for Integrating Equity in Transportation ResearchLaquanda Leaven Johnson0Oghenetejiri Ebakivie1Jerry Everett2Szaviea Wynn3Department of Marketing and Supply Chain Management, North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC 27411, USADepartment of Applied Engineering Technology, North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC 27401, USACenter for Transportation Research, University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USACenter for Transportation Research, University of Tennessee at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN 37996, USA<i>Background</i>: Transportation equity has emerged as a critical area of focus in recent studies. Integrating equity into transportation research is increasingly recognized as essential for developing fair, inclusive, and sustainable transportation systems. The significance of this integration lies in its potential to reduce social and spatial disparities, support economic growth, promote social cohesion, and advance public health. <i>Methods</i>: This literature review synthesizes recent research on the incorporation of equity into transportation studies within transportation planning and frameworks. It examines how equity is conceptualized, measured, and operationalized, focusing on both horizontal equity (the equal treatment of similar groups) and vertical equity (prioritizing disadvantaged populations). This study evaluates various methodologies and tools, such as accessibility indices, affordability metrics, and community engagement approaches, which are used to assess and promote equity in transportation systems. <i>Results</i>: The findings from this review highlight the importance of both horizontal and vertical equity in transportation planning and policy and foundational tools for assessing equity. <i>Conclusions</i>: Integrating equity into transportation research is vital for creating systems that are equitable, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of all communities. Addressing current challenges requires clearer and more consistent frameworks, improved data collection, and more inclusive, community-driven decision-making processes.https://www.mdpi.com/2305-6290/9/2/72transportation equitytransportation researchaccessibility |
| spellingShingle | Laquanda Leaven Johnson Oghenetejiri Ebakivie Jerry Everett Szaviea Wynn Inclusive and Accessible Transportation for All: Strategies for Integrating Equity in Transportation Research Logistics transportation equity transportation research accessibility |
| title | Inclusive and Accessible Transportation for All: Strategies for Integrating Equity in Transportation Research |
| title_full | Inclusive and Accessible Transportation for All: Strategies for Integrating Equity in Transportation Research |
| title_fullStr | Inclusive and Accessible Transportation for All: Strategies for Integrating Equity in Transportation Research |
| title_full_unstemmed | Inclusive and Accessible Transportation for All: Strategies for Integrating Equity in Transportation Research |
| title_short | Inclusive and Accessible Transportation for All: Strategies for Integrating Equity in Transportation Research |
| title_sort | inclusive and accessible transportation for all strategies for integrating equity in transportation research |
| topic | transportation equity transportation research accessibility |
| url | https://www.mdpi.com/2305-6290/9/2/72 |
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