From coast to coast, the last two years of League Cycling Advocacy Workshops have brought together scores of bike enthusiasts across the country for firsthand learning opportunities on what it takes to be an effective advocate for better biking. In 2026, we’re bringing this bike advocacy training to two new cities: Oakland, California, and Chicago, Illinois.
These workshops are intended to give emerging leaders and advocates the tools, training, and confidence to create meaningful change in their communities. Led by the nation’s leading bike advocacy organization, the League’s Cycling Advocacy Workshops help build a strong, connected network of changemakers dedicated to growing the movement and improving biking for everyone.
What the Workshop Offers
This one-day, in-person workshop (with some online prep beforehand) is a hands-on learning experience designed to equip you with everything you need to be an effective bike advocate. You’ll:
- Explore the history of bike advocacy and how to build momentum in your community
- Learn to organize, engage with policymakers, and make the case for safer streets
- Gain skills and knowledge around coalition building, equity, funding, storytelling, and mobility justice
- Participate in group exercises, including an advocacy-themed bike ride and a networking happy hour
- Connect with local experts, League staff, and fellow changemakers
- Receive pre-workshop curated educational materials and certification as a League Cycling Advocate
By the end of the workshop and accompanying readings, you’ll leave ready to implement the ideas, strategies, and practical applications in your community that build the bike movement at the local level.
New in 2026!
In past years, these workshops have taken place over the course of three days. After feedback from attendees, we’ve decided to make the workshops more flexible (and travel-friendly) by providing pre-workshop content online. This allows the in-person workshop to take just one full day, without losing any of the core topics, interactive sessions, and fun activities that make past workshops so effective.
Who should attend?
The workshop is geared toward emerging leaders, advocates newly entering the bike movement, and anyone else interested in gaining League certification as a bike advocate. Seats are open to anyone, but space is limited, and pre-registration is required.
Benefits of becoming a League Cycling Advocate
- Hear expert advice on how to get started and get organized
- Acquire the vocabulary and must-know skills to keep your advocacy work rolling
- Gain access to a network of bike-minded peers
- Get access to curated learning materials and presentations
- Boost your resume as an officially certified League Cycling Advocate
2026 Workshop Details
- Oakland, California (Summer 2026)
- Chicago, Illinois (Fall 2026)
- Time/Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026 from 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Location: Illinois Medical District Commission
- Cost: $100 + Individual League Membership (includes lunch, materials, and LCA certification)
- Registration: Coming soon! Subscribe to our eNews to hear when registration goes live.
Want to learn more about the League Cycling Advocate program? Read about past workshops and learn more on the LCA webpage here.