SUMC’s vision is that ALL people have access to joyful, dignified, equitable, safe, reliable, and affordable transportation options, even if they don’t own a car.
(This is regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, sexual identity, education, national origin, or any other distinguishing characteristic or trait.)
Mission
Our mission is to connect and equip change leaders advancing people-centered shared mobility systems to fight climate change, advance equity, and strengthen communities.
Our Work
SUMC helps shift systems by multiplying the effect of individual actions to accelerate the possibility of change. Through research, practical tools, peer learning, and convenings, we equip change leaders with the knowledge, resources, and networks they need to transform mobility systems at scale.
Our Goals
1. Deepen and Share Knowledge: Applied Research That Drives Real-World Impact
SUMC conducts practitioner-informed, outcomes-focused research that equips communities to implement more equitable and effective mobility solutions.
Our research centers on people first. Through case studies, program evaluations, and easy-to-use tools and learning modules, we capture local voices and translate complex findings into actionable insights that empower public agencies, nonprofits, and local leaders to make informed, value-based decisions.
2. Equip & Empower Communities: Building Capacity through Partnership
Over the past decade, SUMC has partnered with more than 150 communities across the U.S., delivering tools, training, consulting, and tailored technical assistance that help local leaders drive equitable and sustainable mobility solutions.
Our expertise spans community engagement, needs assessments, strategic planning, procurement support, GIS analysis, and more—all grounded in a commitment to inclusive, community-centered innovation. With experience in over 80 historically underserved communities, we prioritize cultural competency, local context, and trust-building.
3. Mobilize the Sector: Accelerating Connections through Innovative Convenings
SUMC understands that successful shared mobility programs and an ecosystem of mobility options require building alignment, cohesion, and trust between multiple stakeholders. The coordination requires deep partnerships across teams, agencies, companies, and sectors at local, metropolitan, and regional levels.
SUMC excels in building the connective tissue that makes this possible. We facilitate cross-sector partnerships, bringing together public agencies, private mobility providers, community organizations, and other stakeholders to co-create shared goals and foster lasting relationships.
Our Goals
1. Deepen and Share Knowledge: Applied Research That Drives Real-World Impact
SUMC conducts practitioner-informed, outcomes-focused research that equips communities to implement more equitable and effective mobility solutions.
Our research centers on people first. Through case studies, program evaluations, and easy-to-use tools and learning modules, we capture local voices and translate complex findings into actionable insights that empower public agencies, nonprofits, and local leaders to make informed, value-based decisions.
Center of Excellence on New Mobility and Automated Vehicles
The Federal Highway Administration, an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation, has awarded a five-year, $7.5 million grant to establish the Center of Excellence on New Mobility and Automated Vehicles. The award will support research on the impacts of new mobility technologies on the evolving transportation system when deployed at scale.
Center of Excellence on New Mobility and Automated Vehicles
The Federal Highway Administration, an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation, has awarded a five-year, $7.5 million grant to establish the Center of Excellence on New Mobility and Automated Vehicles. The award will support research on the impacts of new mobility technologies on the evolving transportation system when deployed at scale.
Center of Excellence on New Mobility and Automated Vehicles
The Federal Highway Administration, an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation, has awarded a five-year, $7.5 million grant to establish the Center of Excellence on New Mobility and Automated Vehicles. The award will support research on the impacts of new mobility technologies on the evolving transportation system when deployed at scale.
Design Framework For Mobility Hubs Women & Caregivers
Combining experiences in Sweden and the USA, the project will develop a Design Framework for Women—and Caregiver-Centered Mobility Hubs, co-located centers offering shared mobility options, infrastructure, and services centered on women and caregivers.
Mobility Learning Center
To cultivate a deeper understanding of shared mobility and to keep a pulse on the latest news in the industry, the Shared-Use Mobility Center (SUMC) created the Mobility Learning Center (MLC). On the MLC, users have a variety of resources at their disposal. They can explore content by searching by transportation mode, topic, and reading time, enabling them to tailor their learning experience.
2. Equip & Empower Communities: Building Capacity through Partnership
Over the past decade, SUMC has partnered with more than 150 communities across the U.S., delivering tools, training, consulting, and tailored technical assistance that help local leaders drive equitable and sustainable mobility solutions.
Our expertise spans community engagement, needs assessments, strategic planning, procurement support, GIS analysis, and more—all grounded in a commitment to inclusive, community-centered innovation. With experience in over 80 historically underserved communities, we prioritize cultural competency, local context, and trust-building.
California Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot
With funding from the California Air Resources Board, the California Climate Investments, and the Energy Commission of the State of California, SUMC has worked alongside partner organizations to redefine mobility access and sustainability in the state as part of the CMO Administrator Team. SUMC empowers applicants and awardees through capacity-building initiatives, including tools, technical assistance, and training sessions, and it has led the peer-to-peer network Clean Mobility Equity Alliance.
Thriving Communities National Capacity Builder Program
As part of the Complete Neighborhoods Community of Practice of the US Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Thriving Communities National Capacity Builder Program, SUMC supports underrepresented communities to develop equitable transportation projects that advance USDOT’s strategic goals through a combination of tailored technical assistance, capacity building, and a strong community of practice.
Mobility Hubs In Affordable Housing
With backing from the California Air Resources Board, TransForm has teamed up with the Metropolitan Transportation Commission to introduce electric vehicle (EV) car sharing, EV charging stations, and other clean transportation alternatives to three affordable housing communities located in Oakland, Richmond, and San Jose.
3. Mobilize the Sector: Accelerating Connections through Innovative Convenings
SUMC understands that successful shared mobility programs and an ecosystem of mobility options require building alignment, cohesion, and trust between multiple stakeholders. The coordination requires deep partnerships across teams, agencies, companies, and sectors at local, metropolitan, and regional levels.
SUMC excels in building the connective tissue that makes this possible. We facilitate cross-sector partnerships, bringing together public agencies, private mobility providers, community organizations, and other stakeholders to co-create shared goals and foster lasting relationships.
National Shared Mobility Summit
We see convenings as strategic opportunities to build momentum and accelerate action toward safe, reliable, and affordable transportation for all, whether or not they own a car. The New Shared Mobility Summit will bring together teams of Change Leaders from diverse metropolitan regions across the US. The New Summit is designed from the ground up to build more connected and cohesive Local Change Teams to fight climate change, advance equity, and strengthen communities.
Shared Mobility 2030 Action Agenda
The Shared Mobility 2030 Action Agenda prioritizes the development of integrated mobility networks that seamlessly connect users to various transportation options while emphasizing safety, accessibility, and sustainability. Along with its expansive Action Network comprising over 70 organizations from diverse sectors, it is a collaborative effort aimed at promoting shared transportation solutions. Lack of action has allowed for transportation systems centred on cars over people.