RETORNO SEGURO A CLASES
BY ALDO GONZALEZ BARRERA FROM MEXICO
Retorno Seguro a Clases addressed the challenges for youth activists in Mexico. The implementation of Retorno Seguro a Clases led to road safety projects that addressed the issue of dangerous school zones. The project involved the schools in the generation of local diagnoses, tactical urbanism interventions, and in collaborating and working with authorities to guarantee a safe return to schools in a post-pandemic world.
The goal of the project was to contribute to the reduction of road traffic injuries around three different school zones in Mexico city, by implementing the "Caminito a la escuela" methodology as a sustainable post-COVID strategy by 2022.
ABOUT THE PROJECT LEAD
Aldo is an urban planner and pedestrian activist. He has worked as an urban and architectural designer. He also worked in participatory processes for mobility projects and public space. Aldo is the founder of La Banqueta se Respeta movement, the General Coordinator of Liga Peatonal (Pedestrian League), and a Consultant at UN-Habitat.
He is the founder of the "La Banqueta se Respeta" movement, co-author of the "Caminito de la Escuela" methodology and General Secretary of "Liga Pedestrian"
PROJECT GALLERY
Engaged school communities through tactical urban planning interventions and participatory design workshops in multiple cities.
Secured strategic alliances with private sector donors, educational institutions, and state authorities.
Achieved significant municipal commitments, including the declaration of a "Pedestrian Year" and the construction of permanent safety infrastructure, such as elevated crosswalks.
Advanced national advocacy by organising the National Pedestrian Congress to generate ongoing support for road safety initiatives.
