Nonprofit

WALKBOSTON INC

BOSTON, MA
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www.walkboston.org

  • Mission

    WalkBoston makes walking safer and easier in Massachusetts to encourage better health, a cleaner environment and more vibrant communities.

    About Us

    At WalkBoston, we know that walking improves personal, economic, environmental and civic health. Working on walking takes us across Massachusetts to empower people with knowledge and proven strategies to make their own communities more walkable.

    We help people evaluate the walking environment, develop plans to improve walking conditions, and encourage walking activities. We engage concerned residents, community groups, municipal staff, and state agencies in our efforts. Our focus areas define the content of our work and provide a structure that guides our efforts.

    Areas of focus:

    Pedestrian safety

    Walkable communities

    Age-friendly walking

    Transit Connections

    Rural Walking

    Walking Policy and Design

    Vision Zero

    Snow Clearance

    Wayfinding

    Running

    Cause Areas Include

    • Community Development
    • Environment & Sustainability
    • Human Rights & Civil Liberties
    • Sports & Recreation
    • Volunteering

    Location & Contact

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