The CIVITAS SUMPs-Up project has extended its call for cities to take part in its next SUMP (Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan) Learning Programme (SLP).

Up to 25 planning authorities have the chance to join SLP5, which will start in May 2019. This group of mobility practitioners will complete the Expert Group of 90 SUMP cities.

The six-month SLP module combines knowledge transfer and testing and assessment with learning on concepts, approaches, tools, and methodologies for SUMP development.

The activities blend online and face-to-face learning and exchange. Participants also benefit from one city-to-city review and a one-to-one support session from SUMPs-Up mobility experts.

SLP 5 will focus on SUMP implementation, financing and procurement. Activities will include writing and reviewing a SUMP action plan, monitoring and evaluating the impact of measures, procuring services, and identifying new challenges.

SUMPs-Up is seeking mobility and transport professionals active in local or regional transport planning authorities that have experience in sustainable mobility planning. Cities that are currently elaborating their first SUMP are also encouraged to apply.

Alongside urban or regional authorities, local consortiums containing such an authority can also apply.

All applicants must be based in a Member State of the European Union, a country in the European Economic Area, or an associated country of the Horizon 2020 programme.

The deadline for applications has been extended to 18:00 CET on 31 January 2019.

For more information and to submit an application, click here.