WalkSmartNC

Your Safety is Our #1 Priority!

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Collisions Involving Pedestrians

Each year in North Carolina, motor vehicles injure on average 2,030 pedestrians, including 251 fatalities.

 2020 NCDMV data

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Chance of Severe Injury or Death

A pedestrian struck by a vehicle traveling 40 mph has a 73 percent chance of suffering severe injury or death. Driving slower saves lives.

NHTSA

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People Killed By Distracted Drivers

In 2020, U.S. motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers killed 3,142 people.

NHTSA

Take the Pledge!

Take the WalkSmartNC Pledge to “walk smart” and “drive smart”!

About WalkSmartNC

Learn about the WalkSmartNC initiative and read about our mission. Stay safe, and remember to Walk Smart!

Tips for Pedestrians and Motorists

Pedestrian safety is important! Learn more about how to keep yourself safe, whether you're walking or behind the wheel.

Media Toolkit

Looking for resources to help spread the message? Download social media graphics, print materials, and more from our media toolkit.

Resources

Discover additional resources to educate yourself and your community about pedestrian safety.

Facts and Figures

Find facts and figures about pedestrian safety. Do you know as much as you think?

City of Raleigh Citizen Service Request

Use this tool to report a potential hazard in the City of Raleigh.

Downtown Raleigh Pedestrian Safety Study

Read the 2019 Downtown Raleigh Pedestrian Safety Study, which helped build the foundation for WalkSmartNC.

Contact Us

Have questions? Contact us for more information.

WalkSmartNC Pedestrian Safety Training

Pedestrian Safety Message from Director Gibson

This message from Director Barbara Gibson outlines the importance of pedestrian and driver safety in honor of October being Pedestrian Safety Month.

WalkSmartNC Pedestrian Safety Training for State Employees

This training addresses the importance of pedestrian and driver safety in all areas of North Carolina. The training was held in-person and includes questions from the audience. 

Part 1: Pedestrian Safety Basics

This training addresses common pedestrian safety issues and where to find resources and other information to connect with WalkSmartNC and other initiatives

Part 2: Pedestrian Safety Basics

This training addresses how North Carolina is improving pedestrian safety, what state employees can do to improve conditions for walking, and where to find resources and other information to connect with WalkSmartNC and other initiatives.