Equitably Mobile in Hamburg
“The platform is very intuitive and has enriched our project enormously - especially with the ability to offer multilingual surveys and mark points on a map.”
The project "Equitably Mobile in Hamburg" focused on how FLINTA* individuals (women, lesbians, intersex, non-binary, trans, and agender people) experience mobility in the city. Digital participation played a key role in capturing diverse voices. Using Senf as the central platform allowed for a low-barrier, multilingual format that empowered inclusive engagement.
What Was “Equitably Mobile in Hamburg” About?
Running from April to December 2024, the project was carried out by urban.policy in collaboration with the Hamburg State Women’s Council (Landesfrauenrat Hamburg) and funded by the Hamburg Ministry for Science, Research, Gender Equality and Districts. It aimed to identify how mobility patterns and public spaces affect FLINTA* individuals, highlight problematic and positive areas, and develop actionable recommendations for greater mobility justice. Alongside the digital survey, the project also included focus groups, walkshops, and spatial analysis.
Capturing Diverse Voices – Digitally and On-Site
The participation strategy combined online and offline formats to gather a wide range of insights. The digital survey on Senf enabled FLINTA* individuals to share their everyday mobility experiences, needs, and challenges. The interactive map allowed participants to mark and comment on both positive and problematic locations. One standout feature was Senf’s support for nine languages, ensuring broad accessibility across linguistic backgrounds. Additional methods included interviews, focus groups, and neighborhood walkshops.
How Senf Was Used in the Project
Senf served as the main platform for digital participation, supporting a rich and inclusive engagement process:
- Comprehensive, multilingual survey on mobility behavior, discrimination experiences, and perceptions of safety
- Interactive map for highlighting and commenting on both positive and problematic places
Making Participation Visible, Making Planning Inclusive
With Senf, over 800 FLINTA* individuals were reached, generating valuable insights into mobility realities across Hamburg. The findings reveal both barriers and safe spaces – forming the basis for targeted recommendations in municipal planning. The project demonstrates how digital participation with Senf can amplify intersectional voices and help shape more inclusive urban environments.
