Kidical Mass calls for safer school environments in Brussels
Last weekend, dozens of cyclists gathered in Brussels for the 'Kidical Mass' event. Through this bike ride, participants aim to raise awareness among motorists about the importance of 30 km/h zones in the city. According to the organizers, it is crucial for drivers to adjust their speed, especially near schools, to ensure the safety of children.
The campaign focuses on creating a safer environment for young cyclists and pedestrians. The participants, including many families with children, cycled in a large group through the streets of the capital. They want to demonstrate that public space should be accessible to everyone, not just cars.
According to the organizers, compliance with the 30 km/h zone in Brussels remains a major problem. Too many motorists drive too fast, creating dangerous situations for school-going children. With this awareness campaign, they hope the city will take more measures to physically slow down traffic in school areas, for example through speed bumps or other infrastructural adjustments.
The initiative is supported by various neighborhood committees and mobility associations. They emphasize that a city where children can cycle safely is a city that is more pleasant for everyone to live in. The Kidical Mass action group plans to organize such rides more frequently in the future to keep the debate on traffic safety alive.
The action in Brussels is part of a broader international movement striving for child-friendly cities. The success of the bike ride shows that there is a great demand among the Brussels population for more traffic safety and less car traffic in residential areas.