Help Children at Crosswalks

Introduction

The Help Children at Crosswalks project was created to protect Ugandan school children from the dangers of road traffic. The project uses trained volunteers, safety gear, and school partnerships to ensure safe road crossings while empowering children to become road safety ambassadors.

Current Situation

Uganda faces a high rate of road accidents. Children are among the most vulnerable, especially when crossing busy roads to and from school. Pedestrians account for almost 40% of casualties, making this project both timely and lifesaving.

Activities Started

So far, the project team has:

• Shared the project idea with schools and community leaders.
• Begun identifying volunteers who will be trained to assist children at crosswalks.
• Collected information on the most dangerous road spots near schools.

Next Steps

• Train volunteers in road safety and child protection.
• Provide safety gear (reflective jackets, signs, whistles).
• Launch the program at selected schools and monitor progress.
• Engage parents and local authorities for community support.

Expected Impact

The project aims to:

• Reduce road accidents involving children.
• Build a culture of safety in schools and communities.
• Empower children to share road safety knowledge with peers and families.

Call for Support

We invite partners, donors, and community members to join us in making school journeys safer for children. Together, we can save lives and create a safer future.

Links:

• link to our website