Organisers: Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) represented through TUMI (Transforming Urban Mobility Initiative), WMW (Women Mobilize Women), EasTnT (Eastern Partnership for Trade and Transport)
Global Alliance for Feminist Transport
International Transport Forum (ITF)
As the transport sector navigates climate transitions, digitalisation, and growing demands for resilience, leadership diversity and the inclusion of youth voices are increasingly critical. The next generation of transport professionals will be responsible for shaping systems that are sustainable, safe, and inclusive. Creating space for young professionals and students to engage with experienced leaders is therefore essential for building a stronger and more representative sector.
At the same time, women remain underrepresented across many areas of transport, particularly in leadership and technical roles. The World Bank report Addressing Barriers to Women’s Participation in Transport highlights persistent structural barriers affecting women’s entry, retention, and advancement in the sector, while emphasising the importance of role models, supportive networks, and leadership pathways.
This networking breakfast brings together established women leaders with young professionals and students of all genders who are interested in building careers in transport. By sharing lived experiences and practical advice, the session aims to inspire emerging talent while strengthening intergenerational connections within the sector.
Objective
To create a simple and inclusive space that:
• Highlights diverse leadership journeys
• Provides practical insights for early career professionals and students
• Encourages inclusive leadership across the sector
• Builds connections that extend beyond the Summit
SPEAKERS
Raquel Barrios, Executive Director, YOURS
Yuliya Bilous, Project Lead, Women in Transport Leadership
Ana Nikabadze, Representative, Batumi Cycling Network (BCN)
Sabina Tanriverdiyeva, Country Director Azerbaijan, Women in Transport
Kristine Yeremyan, Chair, E-Logi Fest
Emma MacLennan, Founder & Director, EASST
Magda Olczak, Senior Manager, Institutional Relations & Summit, International Transport Forum
Keisha Alena Mayuga, Transport Policy Advisor - Gender and Inclusion, Global Project TUMI Just Mobility
Bronwen Thornton, CEO, Walk21 Foundation
Bessie Noll, Senior Researcher and Lecturer, ETH Zürich
