Mobility poverty prevents people from leading a full life. Mobility is crucial for access to the four essential life domains: healthcare, education, work, and social contact. At the New Mobility Foundation (NMF), we are committed to ensuring that mobility poverty does not hinder anyone’s basic rights. Whether it concerns medical care, educational opportunities, employment, or social connection, mobility should not be an obstacle.
At the New Mobility Foundation, we believe that everyone has the right to equal opportunities, regardless of their place of residence or socioeconomic status. Mobility should never be a barrier to access to healthcare, education, employment, or social networks. Together, we can eliminate mobility poverty.
Organisation
Jan Peter Balkenende
Chairman
Jan-Peter Balkenende, former Prime Minister of the Netherlands, is committed to sustainable and inclusive mobility, leveraging his extensive experience in politics, business, and academia. Balkenende promotes policies and collaborations to address mobility challenges and improve accessibility, with a focus on creating a future-proof mobility system.
Steven van Eijck
Secretary
Steven van Eijck is an experienced executive and economist. With his background in both the business and public sectors, Van Eijck contributes to policies and initiatives aimed at the green transition in transport. He plays an important role in developing solutions for mobility challenges, with the goal of improving quality of life and making mobility accessible for everyone.
Olaf de Bruijn
Treasurer
Olaf de Bruijn has extensive experience in the technical sector and the mobility industry. With his financial expertise, he contributes to the strategy and growth of the foundation. Olaf is involved in developing solutions to address mobility poverty and ensures that the foundation's resources are used effectively to make mobility accessible and affordable for everyone.
Erik Jonnaert
General Board Member
Erik Jonnaert is chairman of FIPRA International, a public affairs consultancy in Brussels with a global network in 50 countries. He focuses on EU policy related to the future of mobility, with attention to the green and digital transition across all modes of transport. As a co-founder and director of the New Mobility Foundation, he is committed to addressing mobility poverty. With 38 years of experience in public affairs, he brings together companies, policymakers, and other stakeholders.
Geert-Jan Baan
Director
Geert-Jan Baan is co-founder and director of the New Mobility Foundation. With a strong background in sustainable mobility and public affairs, he advocates for policies and initiatives that support the green and digital transition in transport. Geert-Jan leads international collaborations to reduce mobility barriers and improve quality of life through innovative transport solutions.
