The NOHD Injury Prevention team works alongside community organizations across New Orleans to expand access to safe transportation, biking, and pedestrian resources. Here are some of the partners helping make our streets safer.
Get to know some of our partners:
Bike Easy strives to "make bicycling easy, safe, and fun for everyone in Greater New Orleans" through advocacy, education, and community-building activities.
Bike Light Giveaways - Bike lights makes it easier for cyclists to see in dark conditions and make cyclists more visible to others on the road. Bike Easy distributes free bike lights to keep everyone on the road safe, and to build community.
Smart Biking Trainings - This free course aims to help everyone feel comfortable biking in city environments. The training consists of two classroom lessons and one road session. Register for a session today!
People Friendly Driving Workshops - This workshop is designed to educate all motorists with regard to driving safely around pedestrians and cyclists. The workshop consists of one hour-long session, and is free to all.
Blue Krewe is a local community-based nonprofit that operates and manages Blue Bikes. Their team is dedicated to offering the Greater New Orleans region an equitable bikeshare program that is an affordable, fun, and convenient transportation option for all. At Blue Krewe, they believe that expanding access to Blue Bikes will benefit the entire region by catalyzing economic growth, improving community health, and increasing the use of existing transit infrastructure.
RIDE New Orleans advocates for better public transit across the region. This year marks the 10th anniversary of RIDE's State of Transit report — a deep dive into what the region has gotten right, what needs improvement, and the road ahead.
The State of New Orleans Transit
The New Orleans Complete Streets Coalition brings together organizations, businesses, civic leaders, and community members to advocate for safer, more accessible transportation options throughout the city. The coalition supports streets that serve people walking, biking, taking public transit, driving, or using a mobility device. Its work promotes health, equity, sustainability, and quality of life. This work aligns with the National Complete Streets Coalition, a program of Smart Growth America that advances street policies and designs that prioritize safety over speed and consider people of all ages and abilities.
The New Orleans Recreation Development (NORD) Commission is where community, culture, and recreation come together. From playgrounds and parks to pools, fitness centers, and greenspaces, NORD provides safe, inclusive spaces that bring the city's neighborhoods to life. NORD offers year-round programs for all ages, including youth athletics, arts and culture, aquatics, fitness, teen mentoring, senior recreation, and inclusive activities for individuals with special needs. Whether you are joining a class, attending an event, or enjoying one of their many green spaces, there is something for everyone at NORD.