IMPACT STORIES
Every project comes to life through the people who shape it. In this space we spotlight the women—entrepreneurs, engineers, community advocates, and students—whose ideas and determination turn sustainable-mobility concepts into lasting change. Dive in to discover how local action is steering global progress and find inspiration for what’s possible in your own community.
Women's Voices
Ecuador
"We don’t see ourselves as bosses—we’re colleagues; we’re leaders who care [...]. That has helped us maintain a good balance, both in productivity and in the effectiveness of our daily processes, distribution, routing, and the situations our couriers encounter withpartners on the street."- Monica Duarte
Story title: Moving forward together: women, sustainable logistics, and greener cities
Project: E-Moviliza / E-Warmi
Company: Urbano Envíos
Partnership: Promote the use of electric vehicles in urban logistics and contribute to the decarbonization of transport in the city. Through E-Warmi, the initiative also aims to ensure women’s participation, supporting gender equity in the transition to sustainable mobility.
Ecuador
"This program allows us to grow professionally and to understand how important it is to maintain a gender-balanced environment." - Diana Urquizo
Story title: Women leading change in operations: The DHL experience
Project: E-Warmi
Company: DHL
Partnership: DHL partnered with the E-Warmi project through several joint activities, including its participation in the communication campaign, the Job Fair for female drivers, and as a speaker in project events.
Ghana
“When women receive the right tools and steady mentorship, they don’t just enter the workshop – they redefine what e-mobility can
achieve.” - Givens Minta Manu
India
"Technical excellence knows no gender. Representation matters, and leadership rooted in lived experience can drive meaningful, inclusive solutions" - Dr. Shaly M O
Story title: Redefining mobility through women’s eyes: the Kochi story
Project: MobiliseHER
Company: Kerala Association of Professional Social Workers (KAPS)
Partnership: The partnership between KAPS (Kerala Association of Professional Social Workers) and MobiliseHER oversaw the implementation of mobility surveys in Kochi. The KAPS team conducted thousands of interviews focusing on women’s safety, access, and inclusion. The participatory approach collected valuable data and helped strengthen local networks to support systemic change in urban mobility.
India
"You deserve freedom—not someday, but now. Not because someone gave it to you, but because you claimed it. Your streets are waiting. Your story is waiting. Let’s ride." - Zeenath M A
Story title: Pedalling towards freedom: When personal journeys become collective movements
Project: MobiliseHER
Company: SheCycling
Partnership: MobiliseHER partnered with SheCycling to transform a grassroots initiative into a nationwide movement. By providing resources, visibility, and legitimacy, the partnership enabled SheCycling to expand across India, revive Sheroes Cycling Clubs, and create safe spaces for women to reclaim the streets through cycling.
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Rwanda
"When a job allows you to meet your needs and make progress financially, it becomes a source of empowerment rather than an obstacle." - Immaculée Nyiransengimana
