BikeWalk North Carolina

?? America Walks Webinar: Safer Vehicles - What Will It Take for Government Action? ?? Dangerous, oversized vehicles are putting pedestrians at risk, yet government action remains limited. Join America Walks and speakers Amy Cohen, Kea Wilson, and Jodie Medeiros to explore how we can advocate for safer vehicle policies. What You’ll Learn: The impact of vehicle design on pedestrian safety Gaps in current policies Strategies for driving policy change ??? Date: November 13th at 2pm ET ?? Register Now: https://lnkd.in/eZcpjz9h #SaferStreets #AmericaWalks #RoadSafety

???? Micromobility & eScooters: Opportunities & Challenges Explore the latest insights on micromobility and e-scooters from the 2024 BikeWalk NC Summit! In this recorded session, experts Laura Sandt and Emma Vinella-Brusher discuss opportunities, safety considerations, and the regulatory landscape shaping urban mobility. Watch now on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/exJq69YZ Thank you to everyone who made this year’s Summit possible! We’re thrilled to have connected with so many advocates, planners, and community members working to advance biking and walking initiatives across North Carolina. #Micromobility #eScooters #UrbanMobility #BikeWalkNC #ActiveTransportation #VisionZero

??♂? Driving Change for Safer Roads! ?? BikeWalk NC’s Executive Director, Terry Lansdell, teamed up with WPCOG Traffic Planner, Averi Ritchie, to bring expert safety tips and insights to Hickory’s cycling community. Terry shared highlights from BikeWalk NC’s Friendly Driver Program and top tips for safe cycling, while Averi provided updates on the Western Piedmont Transportation Safety Plan—an initiative identifying and improving high-risk intersections across the region. Big thanks to our board member, Bruce Tretter, for capturing the full story! ?? Read Bruce’s full recap: https://lnkd.in/eR-9MzjY #BikeSafety #TrafficSafety #CommunityImpact #BikeWalkNC #ActiveTransportation

?? Celebrating Vision Zero Leadership in NC! ?? North Carolina is setting a powerful example with its Vision Zero Community Collaborative, driven by the N.C. Governors Highway Safety Program and supported by UNC’s Injury Prevention Research Center. This initiative unites leaders across sectors to advance the Safe System approach, tackling road safety in meaningful ways that foster long-lasting change. ?? The program brings together diverse teams to share resources, build skills, and break down silos, with the goal of creating safer, more connected communities. Check out how NC’s approach is making a difference! https://lnkd.in/esJKtuVN #VisionZero #SafeSystem #RoadSafety #CommunitySafety #GHSP

??♀? Did you miss our 2024 BikeWalkNC Transportation Summit? ?? Check out this recap by our board member, Bruce Tretter! On Monday, Sept. 23rd, at the Friday Center in Chapel Hill, we had an incredible lineup of speakers and discussions. John Bauters, “America’s Bike Mayor,” spoke about using storytelling to drive bike and pedestrian advocacy, while Anna Zivarts shared powerful insights on life as a non-driver and the need for better infrastructure and transit options. Our panel on rural transportation challenges also dug into how rural communities can overcome barriers to access and safety. ?? Read the full recap here: https://lnkd.in/dr-5jqYK #BikeWalkNC #TransportationSummit #ActiveTransportation

??♂? Looking to make a real impact in your community? Watch this must-see session from the 2024 NC BikeWalk Transportation Summit, featuring John Bauters, "America’s Bike Mayor." Learn how strategic communication can help you drive real change in active transportation, engage stakeholders, and influence policymakers. ?? Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eGE6bvnM #ActiveTransportation #BikeMayor #BikeWalkNC #SustainableMobility #PublicEngagement

?? How Are Other Communities Achieving Vision Zero? Did you miss this insightful session from the 2024 NC BikeWalk Transportation Summit? ?? Discover how Jersey City and Hoboken are making progress toward eliminating traffic fatalities and creating safer streets! Barkha Patel and Ryan Sharp share their challenges, strategies, and the importance of collaboration in achieving Vision Zero. ?? Watch now: https://lnkd.in/eu96mrc5 #VisionZero #SafeStreets #BikeWalkNC #TrafficSafety #UrbanMobility

The NC BikeWalk Summit presentations were amazing this year. Come see for yourself at https://lnkd.in/eQvTQDfg Barkha Patel, John J. Bauters, Jen Hawse, Barbara McCann, Anna Zivarts, America Walks, ADA National Network, BikeWalk North Carolina, Ryan Sharp, P.P., AICP, Smart Growth America, League of American Bicyclists, Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF), Disability Rights North Carolina, Carol Tyson, Bob Edwards

As North Carolinians, we know that resilience is in our roots. In the wake of Hurricane Helene, our hearts go out to all those impacted across the state. ?? We see the strength of our communities coming together, supporting one another, and showing the world what it means to be NC Strong. Let's lift each other up during these challenging times, rebuilding together for everyone, and stay hopeful for better days ahead. To those affected, you're not alone—our community stands by you, and we're here to help. #NCStrong #TogetherWeRebuild #HurricaneHelene #CommunitySupport #BikeWalkNC

??♂? Legal or Not? ??♀? Take a look at these cyclists and tell us: are they following the rules of the road? Share your thoughts in the comments below! #BikeWalkNC #CyclingSafety #KnowTheRules