Objective To influence policy, raise awareness, and build capacity among stakeholders on road safety and traffic management issues. Situation Analysis There is a general lack of strategic discussion and coordinated action on road safety among policymakers, civil society organizations, and transport stakeholders. Public awareness of critical safety issues, such as traffic congestion and transport management,
Objective To promote responsible driving behavior and reduce road crashes through motivation-based awareness training. Situation Analysis Many drivers lack formal education and training on road safety and responsible conduct. Reckless driving remains one of the leading causes of road crashes in Bangladesh, largely due to inadequate motivation and limited awareness of its consequences. Outcomes A
Objective To recognize and reward safe and responsible practices among transport owners and drivers, thereby promoting professionalism and ethical standards within the transport sector. Situation Analysis Despite the challenges facing the transport sector, many transport owners and drivers operate responsibly. However, their contributions often go unrecognized. Formal recognition can serve as a powerful incentive for
Objective To raise awareness among students, teachers, and parents about road safety practices in order to reduce fatalities and injuries involving students. Situation Analysis Student fatalities resulting from road crashes are increasing, often due to reckless driving, inadequate pedestrian infrastructure, and low levels of road safety awareness. Young students, particularly those who riding motorcycles or
Objective To ensure safe and respectful public transportation for women and to provide legal and social support to victims of harassment. Situation Analysis Public transport in Bangladesh is often unsafe for women, who frequently face verbal and physical harassment. In severe cases, incidents of rape and murder involving transport workers have occurred. Accountability mechanisms and
Objective To improve the physical and mental health of transport workers through mobile clinics and the provision of basic healthcare services at transport terminals. Situation Analysis Limited access to healthcare services for drivers and transport workers contributes to untreated physical and mental health conditions. These health issues can adversely affect driving performance and increase road
Objective To generate evidence-based knowledge and data to support road safety strategies, policy development, and advocacy initiatives. Situation Analysis There is a significant shortage of reliable road safety data and analysis in Bangladesh. Without systematic research, it is difficult to design effective interventions or advocate convincingly for policy action. Outcomes The Foundation has conducted important
Objective To inform the public and relevant authorities about the trends, causes, and consequences of road crashes through regular, data-driven reporting. Situation Analysis There are limited transparency and reporting on road crash data, which hampers public awareness and policy accountability. Media attention is inconsistent and often lacks analytical depth. Outcomes The Foundation has been regularly
Bangladesh is highly vulnerable to road crashes. Every day, countless people are killed or injured in road crashes. Most of those affected belong to low- and middle-income families. In many cases, they are the sole or primary earning members of their families. As a result, numerous families become financially vulnerable following road crashes and are
