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MISSION

LIT is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering professionals in the transit industry to achieve leadership roles by advancing opportunities for workforce development, mentorship, networking and education.

VISION

To foster a strong pipeline of skilled, multidisciplinary professionals that support the evolution and innovation of the transit industry.

VALUES

  • Leading workforce development for the transit industry.
  • Leading with integrity.
  • Facilitating industry collaboration.
  • Leveraging experiences through mentorship.
  • Empowering professionals at all career levels.
  • Supporting education through scholarships.
  • Serving the public through innovation.

2025 ANNUAL IMPACT REPORT

2026-2028 STRATEGIC PLAN




MEET MONICA TELLEZ-FOWLER.

LITLA GRADUATE, BOARD MEMBER, GOVERNING COMMITTEE MEMBER, COTA PRESIDENT & CEO

   

Upcoming events

    • 4 Mar 2026
    • 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    • alaMar Kitchen & Bar, 100 Grand Ave. Oakland, CA
    • 82
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    • 30 Mar 2026
    • 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    • Tucanos Brazilian Grill, 110 Central Ave. SW Albuquerque, NM 87102
    • 125
    Register


    • 13 Apr 2026
    • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • WMATA Rooftop, 300 7th St SW, Washington, DC 20024
    • 123
    Register


    • 17 May 2026
    • 7:00 AM
    • Memory Grove, 300 N Canyon Rd, Salt Lake City, UT 84103
    • 116
    Register

    LIT 5K Run, Walk, or Roll

    APTA Mobility Week | Memory Grove Park

    Headed to APTA Mobility Week? Lace up and represent transit!

    Join us for the LIT 5K Run, Walk, or Roll, a fun, high-energy event celebrating workforce development in transit and inspiring the next generation of transit and STEM careers.

    Whether you're running the full 5K or participating in the 1-mile option, this professionally chip-timed event welcomes participants of all fitness levels. Walk, roll, jog, or run while connecting with colleagues and champions of workforce development across the transit industry.

    This isn’t just a race — it’s a movement.

    Participants will run or walk along the beautiful paths of Memory Grove Park, one of the most scenic parks in the United States, featuring peaceful trails and stunning mountain views. It’s the perfect way to kick off Mobility Week with energy, community, and purpose.

    Represent Transit

    Show your transit pride by wearing your favorite transit swag or a transit-inspired outfit!

    Rock your:

    • Agency gear

    • Safety vest

    • Hard hat (great for photos!)

    • Rail-inspired colors

    • Bus graphics

    • STEM-themed attire

    Let’s make this a visible celebration of the professionals who keep our communities moving.

    Timing & Results

    The 5K race will be professionally chip-timed, with timing chips attached to your race bib. Official race results will be posted online following the event.

    The 1-mile option is untimed and designed for participants who want to enjoy a casual walk, roll, or jog while supporting the mission.

    Commemorative Medal

    The first 100 participants to cross the finish line in the 5K will receive a limited-edition commemorative medal celebrating the inaugural LIT 5K at APTA Mobility Week.

    Bib / Packet Pickup

    Bib and packet pickup details: TBD.
    Participants will receive an email with pickup times and location prior to the event.

    Limited race-day pickup may be available.

    Awards

    Awards will be presented to the Top Overall Male and Female finishers in the 5K. Additional recognition may be given for Best Transit-Inspired Outfit.

    Who Should Participate

    This event brings together:

    • Transit professionals

    • Conference attendees

    • Students interested in transit and STEM careers

    • Community members and mobility advocates

    Participants represent careers across the industry, including:

    • Operations

    • Planning

    • Engineering

    • Technology

    • Maintenance

    • Leadership

    • Marketing and Communications

    • Administration

    All fitness levels are welcome.

    About Latinos In Transit

    The LIT 5K Run, Walk, or Roll is hosted by Latinos In Transit (LIT), a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering professionals in the transit industry to achieve leadership roles.

    Through mentorship, networking, education, and workforce development programs, LIT strengthens the transit industry by investing in people and expanding career pathways in public transportation.

    Presented By

    A special thank you to Keolis for presenting this first-of-its-kind LIT 5K and supporting the future of transit careers.


    • 10 Sep 2026
    • 2:00 PM
    • 13 Sep 2026
    • 11:30 PM
    • 402 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
    • 178
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    Summit Host Hotel: 

    Hilton Downtown Columbus Ohio

    402 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215

    Reserve your room here!



LIT

P.O. Box 4382

Covina, Ca.  91723 - 4382

Contact Us

information@latinosintransit.org

Tel: 626-495-1548

LIT is a non-profit 501(c) organization

TAX ID - 36-4826809

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