New Diamante Level Member WSP USA

 

LIT is happy to announce WSP USA as the organization to join at a Diamante level. WSP will be the featured sponsor of LIT's Annual Membership Breakfast Meeting in Orlando, Fl. during the APTA TransForm Conference on November 7, 2021. 

2021 APTF MV Transportation/ LIT Scholarship Recipient Announced

 

LIT Turns Five - Café con LIT

 

We just turned 5 years old on September 5, 2021. 

To celebrate our birthday we are going to party at our next Cafe con LIT on Friday, September 17th.

Participants will have a chance to win prizes. 

Click https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cafe-con-lit-tickets-124824666939

to register to join us. 

Capitol GCS - Our Newest Amigo!

 

Welcome to the Latinos In Transit familia Capitol Government Contract Specialists. Cap GCS is a DBE, SBE, Woman-Owned, and HUBZone certified firm that specializes in Program Management, Operations, and Oversight Solutions for the Public Transit Sector. Special thanks to Kerry Velasquez, President and CEO.

Access Services Newest Member Announcement

Access Services, Los Angeles, is the latest mobility provider to join Latinos In Transit. We are excited to announce our new partnership. Access Services, a  local public entity, is the Los Angeles County Consolidated Transportation Services Agency (CTSA) and administers the Los Angeles County Coordinated Paratransit Plan on behalf of the County’s 45 public fixed route operators (i.e., bus and rail). Visit our partner at https://accessla.org/

Donation Information For Victims of the VTA May 26, 2021 Event

 

On May 26th, one of our member transit agencies experienced a horrific active shooter incident that resulted in the death of 10 of our transit brothers. If you are interested in donating to VTA victims and their families, the Silicon Valley Non-Profit Working Partnerships USA has set up a fund, which you can donate HERE. 

The AMALGAMATED TRANSIT UNION also has a fund to help affected workers. Donations can be made HERE

TransitGuard First Diamond Level Member Joins LIT

LIT is proud to announce TransitGuard, our first Diamante level member to join LIT. TransitGuard has been a LIT supporter and partner since LIT's formation in 2016. Mike Candelaria, CEO, TransitGuard believes in LIT's vision and mission and hopes to grow the partnership. Plans include TransitGuard co-hosting an event during the California Transit Association’s (CTA) Fall Conference in Sacramento in November.  TransitGuard provides energy-efficient and cost-saving solutions for public transit vehicles and coaches.

 To learn more about TransitGuard and their product line, visit www.transitguard.com

Learn about the LIT Leadership Academy at our next Café con LIT

 

To join register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cafe-con-lit-tickets-124824666939

New Flyer and MCI Join LIT

LIT is proud to announce our new Oro level partnership with New Flyer and MCI. A long-time supporter and advocate of equity, diversity, and inclusion, New Flyer and MCI proudly support the critical work and leadership of LIT, and look forwarded to expanded programming in 2021. Together, we are building a more equitable future of mobility. To learn more about New Flyer/MCI visit https://www.newflyer.com/

APTA's Joe & Lindsey Are Joining Us For Café con LIT

To join Café con LIT on April 16th, click here for registration information: 
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cafe-con-lit-tickets-124824666939

Cafe con LIT Mugs Are Here!

We are celebrating one year of Cafe con LIT with our members and partners. Purchase a limited edition mug and join us every month for coffee. Click here to go to the LIT store: https://www.bonfire.com/cafe-con-lit/

APTF Scholarship Applications Being Accepted Now!

Ándale students! Spring into action and get your scholarships ready for submittal. The American Public Transportation Foundation is accepting apps until June 14th. Latinx students are also eligible for the LIT/MV Transportation award of $5,000. Drop us a message for more information or if you need help with your application. Click here to learn how to apply: https://www.aptfd.org/aptf-scholarship-program/

 

COMTO AND LIT SIGN MOU TO BOLSTER THE FIGHT FOR DIVERSITY, INCLUSION AND EQUITY IN TRANSPORTATION

 

MOU will allow organizations to collaborate closely to share information and resources

Alexandria, VA – The Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (COMTO), a nonprofit organization founded in 1971 dedicated to advancing minorities in the transportation industry with 34 chapters in the U.S. and Canada, and Latinos In Transit (LIT), founded in 2016 to promote the advancement and development of Latinos and other minorities in transportation, announced a joint Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) forming an alliance to advance diversity and equity in the transportation industry.

With a growing interest in bringing diversity, inclusion and equity to all sectors of society, an opportunity exists for these two vibrant organizations to work more closely together and develop meaningful synergies. Both COMTO and LIT strive to maximize the quality and value of their member services, in a variety of forms, including professional development, advocacy and networking; all consistent with their organizations’ missions. The MOU will allow the two organizations to share information and resources and partner on future programs and initiatives.

 “COMTO continues to expand upon its 50-year legacy of expanding opportunities for minorities in transportation by creating partnerships with organizations like LIT who are as dedicated as we are to diversity, inclusion and equity in transportation and the communities we serve,” said Tara McDaniel, Interim President and CEO of COMTO. “We look forward to aligning our resources for a more favorable outcome for all minorities in transportation.”

 “Now more than ever is a partnership with COMTO important as we address advocacy for diversity, equity and inclusion in the transportation industry.   If we learned one thing last year, it’s that our voices are stronger together,” said Alva Carrasco, President of the LIT Board of Directors. “I’m really excited about our collaboration with COMTO and for the future of both organizations and its members.”

Cafe con LIT (HerStory Edition)

 

Join us at Cafe con LIT March 9th at 9 am(PST)/Noon (EST) 

Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cafe-con-lit-tickets-124824666939

SJSU/Mineta Transportation Institute Now Taking Applications - Information Session

 

SJSU’s Lucas Graduate School of Business and the Mineta Transportation Institute offer:

•   A Master of Science in Transportation Management

•   Graduate certificates, including: Transportation Safety, Security, and Emergency Management; High-Speed and Intercity Rail Management

•   Learn from industry-leading professionals and researchers
•   Flexible program for working professionals
•   Attend live classes online (weekday evenings)
•   Affordable tuition + financial support from MTI

Learn more from Dr. Asha Weinstein Agrawal,  Program Director on 

March 11, noon to 1 pm (PST) 

To Register: https://lgsb.activehosted.com/f191

Save Transit Day is March 2

 

Our communities are still in crisis from the pandemic. Our public transit systems are on the brink of disaster. According to American Public Transportation Association, public transit systems nationally need $39.3 billion to keep running. Frontline workers — nurses, food service workers, janitors, garbage workers, transit workers, and more — depend on public transit to keep our economy moving.

Pass the COVID relief package with $30 billion to #SaveTransit! Send a message to your Senators today: http://bit.ly/30bTransit #TransitEquity #TransitJustice #ReliefNow #FundTheFrontlines #BuildBackBetter

She-se Puede! - Celebrating Women's HerStory Month

 

Post your comments about your favorite female role models and heroes. She-se puede motivate the next generation of female leaders!   

Black History Month Celebration with Nuria Fernandez

 

To register for Cafe con LIT on Friday, Feb. 19, 2021

 9 am (PST)/12 pm (EST)

Click here: Cafe con LIT Tickets

LIT Annual Member Survey

 

It's that time of year again when we ask you for 2 minutes of your time. Your feedback is very important to us for planning activities in the coming year. 

Only 2 minutos... Go ahead and show us some love!

Click Here for Survey

Nuria Fernandez steps down from VTA role to join Biden-Harris Administration

Nuria Fernandez has resigned from her position as general manager and CEO of the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) to join the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) in the Biden-Harris Administration. For full article: https://www.masstransitmag.com

LIT Committee Members Wanted

The Board of Directors is soliciting letters of interest to be considered for  LIT committee membership.  There are several committees in different stages of  development that are in need of your expertise and skills.  Help LIT become a globally recognized organization by volunteering your time and special talents on one or more of the following committees:

• Committee to Build a Global Network of Transportation Professionals
  
• Committee to Strengthen LIT's Presence within the Industry
• Membership Development and Financial Sustainability Committee
• LIT Special Events Committee
  
• Training and Professional Development Committee
  
• Marketing and Communications Committee
  
• Finance and Audit Committee
  
• Equity and Inclusion Committee
  
• Legislative Affairs Committee

To learn how to submit a letter of interest visit LIT/News