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11/23/2022 | Publication | Transport and mobility

New research on women's public transport safety in Africa published

@Cycling and Sustainable Mobility

Researcher Azeb T. Legese of the Department of Cycling and Near-Mobility has published a paper examining women's safety on public transportation in Mekelle, Tigray (Africa).

Summary:

  • Women are exposed to gender-based violence and harassment when using public transportation.
  • Women's safety is often compromised, largely due to cultural norms and values that are reflected in their daily journeys.
  • Despite advances in legal protection, harassment of women and girls is still widespread.
  • Due to repressive cultural norms and weak legal and regulatory frameworks, harassment is rarely reported.
  • Harassment in public transit can be prevented through ethics training, awareness raising, and strong enforcement mechanisms.

Link to publication: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S2213624X2200205X?dgcid=author