SMPN 22

Bandung School Road Safety

Project theme: Sustainable, Inclusive and Active Mobility (SIAM) solutions; Motorcycle Safety; Speed reduction

BY YOHANA NATASYA SILALAHI

Youth-Led Road Safety Project at SMPN 22 Bandung is an initiative to create safer school zones through the leadership of students and young advocates. Located next to a busy flyover, the school faces serious safety risks due to poor infrastructure and low helmet use. This project empowers youth to assess conditions, engage parents and communities, and co-design improvements like a dedicated route for students.

By combining education, advocacy, and participatory planning, it builds a strong culture of safety around the school. The project aims to serve as a scalable model for youth-driven road safety efforts across Indonesian school zones.

ABOUT THE PROJECT LEAD

 

YOHANA NATASYA SILALAHI

Yohana was born in Medan, Indonesia, in 2001, and she is a transport planner with a degree in Civil Engineering from Institut Teknologi Bandung. She is developing her interest in urban mobility, road safety, and participatory planning through project work, webinars, online courses, and by sharing transport insights on TikTok.

Since 2023, she has supported initiatives with NGOs, government bodies, and private consulting firms. Passionate about sustainable transport, she aims to help shape safer and more inclusive mobility systems. She believes youth voices and digital platforms can drive real change in future cities.

ABOUT THE LEAD ORGANISATION

 

Gerakan Relawan Kebaikan (GERAK)

Gerakan Relawan Kebaikan (GERAK) is a legally recognized volunteer organization based in Bandung, Indonesia, advancing social, humanitarian, and environmental causes since 2021. GERAK collaborates with the Bandung City Government, WRI, GIB, and others on road safety, youth-friendly cities, inclusive transport, and sustainable land use. Its initiatives include talk shows, cycling events, urban farming, and workshops.

By uniting communities and sectors, GERAK fosters civic engagement and environmental awareness, believing empowered individuals drive progress and resilience.