Safe Steps, Bright Futures

Project theme: Sustainable, Inclusive and Active Mobility (SIAM) solutions

BY Kiran Dhital

Safe Steps, Bright Futures is a youth-led initiative to improve child road safety in the Kathmandu Valley. In response to alarming rates of child pedestrian fatalities, the project works in partnership with local governments and educational institutions to transform unsafe school routes into safe and sustainable pathways. Youth volunteers are central in mapping routes, implementing safety interventions, and leading awareness campaigns.

The project promotes inclusive mobility and aligns with global goals, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), by fostering community ownership, empowering youth, and creating safer environments for children to access education.

ABOUT THE PROJECT LEAD

Kiran Dhital

Kiran Dhital was born in Gorkha, Nepal, in 2000, and he is a mechanical engineering graduate from IOE Pulchowk Campus, Tribhuvan University. He has specialised in road safety advocacy and sustainable mobility and is trained in Star Rating for Schools, youth advocacy, and global road safety leadership.

Since 2023, he has collaborated with the Nepal Automobiles’ Association, contributing to school zone safety, helmet safety, and youth engagement projects. He has advanced policy advocacy, public transport strengthening, and safer school initiatives locally and nationally.

Impact snapshots

• Established partnerships with 10 local schools for road safety.

• Delivered training for teachers on road safety education.

• Facilitated stakeholder consultations and submitted suggestions to political parties.

ABOUT THE LEAD ORGANISATION

NASA MotorSport

The NASA MotorSport Commission operates under the Nepal Automobiles’ Association (NASA Nepal), the national body responsible for promoting and regulating four-wheeler motorsport activities in Nepal. Authorised to oversee racing events, training programs, and road safety initiatives, the Commission is vital in advancing safer mobility practices across the country. It collaborates closely with provincial associations, affiliated clubs, and associate members to organise competitive events and awareness campaigns. Under the coordination of Mr. Santosh Nyaupane, the Commission is committed to fostering a responsible driving culture, enhancing technical skills, and contributing to national efforts toward safer and more sustainable transportation.