Stronger together: partnerships for safer roads
Collaboration is one of the Alliance's
values, set out in our Strategic Plan 2024–2030. In the run up to the
Fourth Ministerial Conference on Road Safety (Ministerial Conference) in
Morocco next year, a unified civil society voice continues to be of the
utmost importance.
This month, collaboration with iRAP has enhanced the Mobility Snapshot data from
our #CommitToAct campaign. Through it, NGOs have received tailored
recommendations and cost estimates for pedestrian safety. It showed 80%
of the Mobility Snapshots were rated zero-star, but that 83% could
be improved to three-star or above by implementing Priority Interventions that
are proven to be effective in saving lives. This additional data from
iRAP is increasing the strength and credibility of NGOs' advocacy.
We support collaboration among NGOs and with other stakeholders through
networking and sharing opportunities. In November, we will hold the First Latin American Regional Meeting of
the Global Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety in partnership with
Fundación Aleatica, bringing together NGOs and regional partners ahead
of the Ministerial Conference.
Collaboration enables us to amplify voices from the ground. NGOs and
other partners working in local contexts are well placed to present the
realities people around the world are facing and offer solutions. At
our pre-conference walk-shop at
Safety 2024 in India, we will gather these insights as inputs for a
white paper on availability of safe and affordable helmets. As a
participating agency for the UN Road Safety Fund, we are also seeking proposals for partnerships toward implementation of laws or standards on motorcycle helmets in Asia.
If you represent an NGO working in road safety that isn’t yet part of
the Alliance, find out how to join us and become part of a worldwide
network advocating together to save lives HERE.
Read more HERE. |
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2024 Mobility Snapshot in Bayanzurh district main roundabout, Mongolia
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Next steps for Mobility Snapshots
51 Star Rating Mobility Snapshots from our 2024 #CommittoAct
campaign have now been analyzed through our collaboration with iRAP.
41 of the assessed intersections (80%) were rated as zero-star for
pedestrians and only one achieved a three-star rating. Three-star is the
minimum-recommended, globally-recognized standard.
For each star-rated Mobility Snapshot, iRAP generated a customized list
of recommendations with indicative costings, starting with the Alliance Priority Interventions,
to increase the star-rating and reduce the risk rating for the
intersections. If the recommended Priority Interventions, such as 30
km/h zones, lower speeds, traffic calming, and pedestrian
facilities were implemented, 19 intersections (37%) would achieve three
stars and 24 would achieve four or five stars (47%). The remaining eight
intersections would require additional interventions to attain a
three-star rating.
For instance, the intersection at Bayanzurh district main roundabout in
Mongolia (shown above) with no star rating, could achieve a four-star
rating if recommended interventions such as footpaths, traffic calming,
reduced speeds, and road signs are implemented.
Explore how to maximize your Mobility Snapshot for advocacy in our
upcoming walkthrough. It will provide a detailed examination of the Star
Rating Mobility Snapshot tool, including how to interpret star ratings,
understand cost implications of proposed interventions, and use the
data for impactful advocacy. The session will be held on Thursday 8 August 2024 at 14:00 CET. Find out more and register HERE.
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Bellview Square, Cuttack, India
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Featured Mobility Snapshot: Cuttack, India
Bellview Square intersection, in Cuttack, India, currently has a
zero-star rating but could become a five-star intersection if
recommended evidence-based measures, such as clear footpaths, pedestrian
crossings, traffic calming, 30 km/h, and road signs are
implemented. Implementing these interventions is estimated to cost
around US$85,000, based on Star Rating indicative data.
At the intersection, blocked footpaths and lack of traffic signals,
pedestrian crossings, and traffic calming measures force the pedestrians
that use this intersection onto the main road. This jeopardizes their
safety on a daily basis. Forum for Prevention of Road Accidents, who
performed this snapshot, will use these findings to advocate for the
implementation of evidence-based interventions.
“While passing through Bellview Square in Cuttack, I often find myself
navigating a challenging and risky environment. This area lacks basic
pedestrian facilities and traffic moves at a faster pace. The situation
is dire, with numerous incidents of injuries and fatalities reported. I
urge the authorities to take immediate action to improve the safety of
this intersection for pedestrians,” says Lipsa Mohapatra, Forum for
Prevention of Road Accidents.
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Funding opportunity for Asia
On 1 September 2024, the UN Road Safety Fund (UNRSF) will open a call
for proposals, offering a significant opportunity to advance road safety
initiatives in low- and middle-income countries. This opportunity is
accessible through pre-approved participating agencies, comprising
various UN bodies and select NGOs, including the Alliance, that have
gone through a detailed vetting process.
As a participating agency, the Alliance can submit proposals directly to
the UNRSF in collaboration with NGOs and partners who do not need to be
participating agencies themselves. Read how in our Engagement Strategy HERE.
A call for applications of interest is now open for proposals for the
Alliance to submit in the next UNRSF round. Applications of interest
to the Alliance must be aligned to our Strategic Plan and should focus on the implementation of laws or standards on motorcycle helmets in Asia. Read more and apply HERE by Friday 9 August 2024 at 23:59 CET.
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Join us for the First Regional Meeting in Latin America
Registration for the First Latin American Regional Meeting of the Global
Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety is now open. The meeting will be held
in Mexico City, Mexico from 5–7 November 2024. Take advantage of the
early bird registration fee available until 30 August 2024.
The Regional Meeting, organized in partnership with Fundación
Aleatica, provides a vibrant platform for Alliance members to connect,
interact, and strengthen their network for collective impact. It will
also mobilize NGOs to collaborate in preparing for stronger advocacy at
the Ministerial Conference in 2025, for investment in people-centered,
evidence-based interventions that save lives.
This landmark event will bring together our members and the broader road
safety community to strengthen the Alliance network, facilitate strong
civil society actions, and track the progress of the Global Plan for the
Decade of Action 2021–2030 in the region.
Secure your spot today and be part of our movement dedicated to saving
lives and enhancing road safety in Latin America. We look forward to
seeing you there and working together to make our roads safer for
everyone. Read more and register HERE. |
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Safety 2024 Conference Banner
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Interactive walk-shop on helmet safety
How do riders choose a motorcycle helmet? How can consumers know the
helmet they buy is safe? These are some of the questions we will explore
at our interactive walk-shop (Safe helmets for all: checking the
realities) on Sunday 1 September at 09:00, in Delhi, India, as part of the pre-conference program for Safety 2024.
Join us and bring your insights as we hit the streets to conduct a
community poll and discuss the results. This is a unique opportunity to
understand helmet choices and the actions needed to make sure that safe
helmets are available to all. We will use these insights as inputs for a
white paper on availability of safe and affordable helmets.
Register HERE for a free place for the pre-conference program on Saturday 31 August and Sunday 1 September using the discount code DISWORKSHOPSAFETY100. Note that the pre-conference registration is separate from the registration for Safety 2024.
We look forward to your participation. |
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