The Bicycle Coalition exists to promote and ensure a safe environment for bicycling throughout the Greater Philadelphia region.

Core values

- **Mobility Justice and Equity**: The coalition addresses significant societal issues such as racial bias in traffic enforcement and infrastructure inequities, ensuring safer and more accessible bike routes for all, particularly marginalized communities[1][2].
- **Community Building**: The coalition fosters community involvement, connecting people and promoting social and civic engagement, which is crucial for mental health and community well-being[1][3][5].
- **Sustainability and Environmental Benefits**: By promoting bicycling, the coalition contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, traffic congestion, and air pollution, aligning with climate action goals and improving public health[2][5].
- **Public Health**: Encouraging active lifestyles through bicycling helps in reducing health-related problems associated with sedentary lifestyles and auto-oriented community designs[2][4].
- **Economic Benefits**: Bicycling is economically beneficial, reducing transportation costs and contributing to local economies through the bicycle-related sector[2][4].
- **Safety and Infrastructure**: The coalition advocates for safe and well-designed bicycle facilities, which improve overall road safety and encourage more people to bike, further enhancing safety through increased visibility and numbers[1][2][5].