Getting around

Rethink one everyday journey

For one suitable journey, consider walking, cycling or public transport if safe, accessible and available. Combining errands is another option.

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7-day challenge

Follow the tasks at your own pace. Tick a day after trying its task or an accessible alternative. You can pause and return; seven days of practice do not guarantee a lasting habit. Reflections can stay in your head or on paper — nothing is sent.

Start with the first task below. Tick it after trying it.

Next task: Day 1 — Notice & choose

Choose a regular journey. Note its distance, accessibility, time and any safety concerns.

Day 1 · Notice & chooseChoose a regular journey. Note its distance, accessibility, time and any safety concerns.Day 2 · Try itCheck one available alternative: walking, cycling or public transport. Planning counts if you cannot travel today.Day 3 · Make it easierTry the alternative only if it is safe, accessible and practical. Otherwise identify a barrier or combine necessary errands.Day 4 · AdaptCompare the experience with your usual journey. What was difficult: cost, time, weather or access? Adapt your plan.Day 5 · Take another stepPlan one future trip so nearby errands can be combined, where practical. No extra journey is needed for this task.Day 6 · RepeatRepeat a suitable option or check a timetable for your next journey. Keep the transport you need for your circumstances.Day 7 · Reflect & continueChoose one realistic travel change for next week, or name an improvement your area needs. A barrier is useful learning too.

If the action is not possible today, note the barrier and choose a small alternative. This is reflection, not a test.

Further reading: United Nations — ActNow ↗