Making Cities Safe for Walking and Cycling

Pedestrians and cyclists suffer a disproportionate share of deaths and injuries resulting for road crashes, however statistics show that these road users are more secure in some cities than others. Speed reduction, traffic restrictions and education campaigns are some of the many tools used to promote greater safety for walkers and cyclists. This session seeks to address the following questions:

• What are the main challenges and solutions to enhancing safety for vulnerable road users?;
• What are some key factors of success in reducing injuries and deaths in traffic crashes involving these groups?; and
• What are some challenges and solutions in engaging stakeholders in the implementation traffic-safety measures?

Increasing road safety with new direction signing for cyclists

Increased safety of the pedestrian and road traffic

Road safety measures including working with vulnerable groups