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Career Opportunity Available with BikeWalkNC
BikeWalkNC is currently accepting applications for the position of Community Outreach Coordinator. This is a Full-time contract position with the ability to work remote anywhere in North Carolina. Responsibilities of the Community Outreach Coordinator include: generating and sharing content that builds meaningful connections with the community; building and sustaining relationships and partner organizations statewide; planning…
Rides of Silence to Take Place Statewide on May 15
On Wednesday, May 15th bicycle clubs and advocacy organizations around the state will take part in Annual Rides of Silence to commemorate cyclists killed and support those injured while riding on public roads. Held each year on the third Wednesday in May, the Ride of Silence first began in Dallas, TX in 2003 and has…
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Featured Summit Speaker: Barkha Patel
Barkha R Patel is Director of Infrastructure for the City of Jersey City, NJ, one of the most densely-populated, transit-rich, and ethnically diverse cities in the US. She oversees the planning, design, and implementation of the City’s critical public infrastructure including all municipal streets, transit, parks, public spaces, buildings, and other public facilities. She serves…
Featured Summit Speaker: John Bauters
John J. Bauters is a Council member and the former Mayor of the City of Emeryville, California. His work to make his city more bike friendly has earned him the nickname “America’s Bike Mayor.” In addition to serving on the Emeryville City Council since 2016, he serves as Chair of the Alameda County Transportation Commission.…
New PSA from BikeWalkNC: We are all IN THIS TOGETHER
BikeWalkNC has launched its first-ever Public Service Announcement (PSA) campaign aimed at promoting traffic safety with the powerful tagline “In This Together.” The PSA, developed in collaboration with renowned filmmakers and safety experts, underscores the importance of mutual respect and cooperation among all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists. It highlights the shared responsibility…
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NC Friendly Driver Programs at UNC Greensboro
On Monday, April 1st, BikeWalk NC Program Manager Laila Horton and Community Outreach Coordinator Oliver Sendall had the opportunity to present the NC Friendly Driver Program to 33 students at UNC-Greensboro. This is the second time that BikeWalk NC staff has partnered with Dr. Katie Lind to present the program to her class “Communication and…
AAA Safe Mobility Conference
BikeWalk NC staff and board members continued their conference attendance March 26-27 at the AAA Safe Mobility Conference in Chapel Hill. The event provided an opportunity for professionals and students from industry, academia, government, and advocacy organizations to connect, share information, and identify challenges, solutions, and best practices geared toward achieving safer mobility for all…