Veloevolution’s quest for greener and safer roads

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Veloevolution, Bulgaria

Veloevolution is a dynamic discussion platform and grassroots organization dedicated to promoting environmentally friendly modes of transport, with a particular emphasis on bicycle riding. It also takes an active role in open discussions concerning establishing relevant infrastructure for cycling.

A movement that empowers sustainable transportation choices:

The initiative aims to achieve the following:

• Facilitate the creation of legal and infrastructural facilities for safe cycling conditions.
• Create prerequisites for effective dialogue and cooperation between interested citizens and civil groups, businesses, media, and institutions to optimize the existing transport networks
• Enhance street safety for cyclists by implementing measures that mitigate risks and raise awareness among all road users.
• Promote bicycle transport as a more accessible, healthy and ecological alternative mode of transportation
• Stimulate the establishment of a culture of equality and tolerance among all road traffic participants
• Support cyclists and cycling associations from different settlements and unite them in various events, including resilience to pandemic restriction
• Carry out activities related to the sustainable development of transport

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