Author: Melissa Bruntlett
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This City’s Story: Bratislava
Bratislava is a city who’s story has been is constant change throughout history. Learn how it is rewriting itself as a place for playing, staying, and cycling!
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This City’s Story: Brussels’ Transformation to a Human City
Brussels is a polarising metropolis. Some speak very fondly of its vibrancy and eclectic spirit, others share a deep distaste for the chaos of a city composed of competing elements of French, Dutch, and international influence. However, Brussels is transforming. Learn more about the story of transformation in Europe’s capital.
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You are seen: An ode to women
As this year’s women’s month draws to a close, one final moment to remind women everywhere that they are not alone.
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Gender in Mobility: We need an intersectional approach
Depending on many factors women and girls experience the world differently, even amongst one another, and therefore one solution will not address all of their needs. This is why an intersectional approach is a must for realising a more equitable mobility system.
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This City’s Story: Berlin’s story of continual change
Berlin is a city of complexities. In many ways, a visit can feel very heavy from the weight of the history in the city. In other ways, it’s bursting with life, creativity, and energy. But one thing remains true: as a city in constant evolution, no two visits to Berlin will be the same.
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This City’s Story: A travel journal for urbanists like us
Welcome to “This City’s Story”, a travel journal for urbanists and mobility enthusiasts who love discovering urban transformations around the world!
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Start with your story and the rest will follow
When a project starts with a compelling story and communications strategy, the entire process is set for greater success!
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The Strength of Community: Recapping a week in the USA
Following a week in the USA, I recap the sense of community that is driving change.
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From 2025 to 2026: The year of authenticity
How will authenticity continue to guide Modacity Creative into 2026? A reflection on year one and outlooks for the year to come.
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Not just for women: The story behind Women Changing Cities
When Chris and I decided to jump into the process of writing Women Changing Cities: Global Stories of Urban Transformation, the goal was to answer a central question: Why at that moment in time were the cities and organizations with women leading getting shit done? From 2020 to 2024, cities like Paris, Montreal, Tirana, Bogota,…
