Annika Lundkvist
Founder at Pedestrian Space | Poland
Annika is a transdisciplinary urbanist, researcher, and advocate dedicated to advancing walkability, spatial equity, and urban resilience. She is the founder of Pedestrian Space, an NGO and media platform that focuses on sustainable urbanism, with particular emphasis on walkability and community agriculture. Annika also founded the Global Walkability Correspondents Network, an international collective of professionals and advocates promoting healthy and walkable communities. She serves as an ambassador for the Horizon Europe PLUS Change project, representing issues of walkability and community agriculture and currently works as Lead Guest Editor for the special issue about walkability and mobility justice for the Cities & Health platform. Annika's research centers on the lived experiences, best practices, and challenges of implementing the 15-minute city concept in Warsaw. Her work is deeply rooted in a holistic approach that integrates psychology, spatial planning, historic preservation, and geography. Her initiatives include organizing city mobility workshops, contributing to academic publications, and collaborating with various stakeholders to promote sustainable urban development. Annika's work emphasizes the importance of accessible public transportation, spatial equity, and the integration of community agriculture into urban planning. Through her multifaceted efforts, Annika continues to advocate for inclusive, resilient, and sustainable urban environments.