What is a Local Action?
A Local Action is a short- or mid-term, youth-led project designed to address urgent road safety and mobility issues in a specific community. Led by members of the Global Youth Coalition for Road Safety, these actions turn evidence into advocacy and bold ideas into real impact.
Whether it’s redesigning a public space, launching a data-driven campaign, or pushing for policy change, every Local Action brings youth perspectives to the forefront of decision-making.
Each year, up to 15 Local Actions are selected through an open call. Selected projects receive:
Mentorship from experts in road safety, urban design, advocacy or mobility
Advocacy and technical support to strengthen strategy, communications and policy work
Seed funding of up to €5,000
Visibility and partnerships through the Global Youth Coalition's global network
Since 2021, Local Actions have been implemented across Africa, the Americas, the Eastern Mediterranean, Europe, and South-East Asia, reaching over 25 countries and counting. From city streets to rural roads, young people are reimagining mobility and making their communities safer, more inclusive, and climate-friendly.
Explore the map below to see where each project is taking place and how it’s creating impact on the ground:
What impact are we creating?
53 youth-led projects implemented
Over 23 countries reached
2.5M people engaged through campaigns, redesigns, and activations
New youth leadership pipelines for safer, more inclusive cities
