South Greensboro Area Plan - Public Review Draft - 9.25.25

Additional Insights from the International Community Many communities in

Greensboro, particularly in south Greensboro, are home to residents from around the world—people whose lived experiences often come from places where automobile ownership is not the norm. In many countries, especially in parts of Asia, Africa, Latin America, and Europe, daily life is supported by robust public transit systems, dense, walkable neighborhoods, and cycling infrastructure. For these residents, the U.S. model of car dependency can feel unfamiliar, inconvenient, travel habits often prioritize shared mobility, walking, and biking, not out of necessity alone, but as a reflection of sustainable and community oriented lifestyles. As such, the presence of international residents in Greensboro further underscores the need for a diverse, multimodal transportation system that reflects the lived realities of all community members—not just those who drive. By investing in infrastructure that supports walking, biking, and transit, Greensboro can better serve its international populations while creating a more inclusive and globally-minded city for everyone. and even exclusionary. Their cultural norms and

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These images show ways people from other places may have travelled in their countries of origin. (Source: Adobe Stock)

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