Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) and Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) Sacramento recently unveiled a new wrapped train, celebrating the diversity of women in the transportation industry. Photo courtesy of SacRT and WTS Sacramento

SACRAMENTO, CA (MPG) - Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) and Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) Sacramento recently unveiled a new mural and transit wrapped train in downtown Sacramento, celebrating the diversity of women in the transportation industry.  

Aliyah Sidqe, a Sacramento-born visual artist, muralist, fine artist and educator, was selected to bring this vision to life. Sidqe’s art explores themes of identity, emotion and human connection, with a focus on helping people feel seen, confident and celebrated. With more than a decade of experience creating public art through Sacramento, she brings both artistic excellence and a deep commitment to community engagement.

The concept of the mural was inspired by a public art initiative led by the WTS Boston’s Chapter, which emphasizes the power of art to celebrate community and spark connection. To ensure the mural reflected organization's values and vision, input was gathered through a survey of the Board of Directors, Advisory board and full membership between February and April 2025. This feedback supported Sidqe’s creative direction and helped inspire a mural that was rooted in community voices. 

The mural is located at the corner of R Street and 15th Street in Sacramento, on the exterior of Cafe Bernardo, where community members can experience this new public artwork celebrating creativity, connection and the transportation community for the next decade. Photo courtesy of SacRT and WTS Sacramento

“After being introduced to Sidqe’s work, it became clear that her creative style, extensive mural portfolio and community centered approach made her the ideal artist for this project,” said WTS Sacramento chapter President Amanda Kahn. “Our board was thrilled to partner with SacRT to bring this project to life, amplifying the value women bring to the transportation sector.”  

“SacRT is proud to partner with WTS Sacramento on a project that uplifts and celebrates the contributions of women in transportation,” said Henry Li, SacRT General Manager/CEO.  

“This mural is more than a piece of public art; we hope it inspires future generations to see themselves in this industry and to continue shaping the future of mobility in the Sacramento region.” 

The mural is located at the corner of R Street and 15th Street in Sacramento, on the exterior of Cafe Bernardo, where community members can experience this new public artwork celebrating creativity, connection and the transportation community for the next decade.