Safe Routes to School National Conference

As we commemorate Juneteenth, let's also reflect on the ongoing struggle for racial equity and justice. Systemic racism still affects many aspects of our society, including transportation. Traffic laws related to walking and biking can disproportionately target Black, Brown, and Indigenous communities, leading to higher risks of conflict with law enforcement.

Recognizing the urgent need for change, a new advocacy guide is available for download. This comprehensive resource offers strategies to repeal harmful traffic laws and is designed for advocates and organizations aiming to address racially enforced traffic laws.

The guide helps tailor approaches to improve public safety in specific communities, emphasizing the importance of customizing strategies to address local challenges and promote equitable transportation solutions.

By advocating for the repeal of racially enforced traffic laws, we can help create safer, more just communities for everyone.

Download now:
An Advocacy Guide to Repealing Harmful Traffic Laws
https://ow.ly/PztF50SjiBc

The Safe Routes Partnership is delighted to announce that Anna Zivarts will be the keynote speaker for Day 3 of the 2024 Safe Routes to School National Conference! Anna, a low-vision parent and non-driver, brings valuable insight as the author of "When Driving Is Not an Option: Steering Away from Car Dependency" (Island Press, 2024). Drawing from her extensive experiences and leadership, Anna will illuminate the crucial importance of inclusive advocacy. As the visionary behind the challenge, she's dedicated to amplifying the voices of non-drivers in policymaking.

Anna sits on the boards of the League of American Bicyclists, the Pacific Northwest Transportation Consortium and the Washington State Transportation Innovation Council. She also serves as a member of TRB's Committee on Public Health and Transportation (AME70) and the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center Coordinating Committee.

➡️ Register today to secure the lowest conference rate! https://bit.ly/2024SRTSConference

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