Webinar on September 24: Women Changing Cities: Live with Melissa Bruntlett
Celebrate Gender Equality Week with Women in Urbanism Canada!
Join us on September 24 for a free, inspiring webinar featuring Melissa Bruntlett, author of Women Changing Cities. We'll dive into how gender and equity shape the future of urban design, exploring real-world solutions for safer, more inclusive public spaces.
We’ll also have a book giveaway. Become a member with us and get a chance to win a free copy of the book!
Agenda
12:00 | Welcome & Introductions
12:10 | Presentation by Melissa Bruntlett
12:45 | Live Q&A
About the Book
Women Changing Cities amplifies the voices of 19 women who have reshaped 10 cities around the world - from Barcelona to Bogota, Kampala to Montreal, and beyond. Their leadership has transformed transportation, housing, public space and climate resilience, showing what’s possible when women are given the chance to lead.
About the Author
Melissa Bruntlett is a Dutch-Canadian urban mobility advocate, author, and founder of Modacity Creative, based in Delft, the Netherlands. She works with advocates, practitioners, and city leaders to advance more equitable and sustainable mobility through storytelling and engagement. Melissa brings both lived experience and professional expertise in exploring who cities are built for, and who they leave behind.
Details
Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026, 11-12pm CT
Venue: Virtual via Zoom
