Learn effective strategies for implementing safe systems in tribal areas to reduce motor vehicle fatalities, with insights on SS4A grant applications.
Learn effective strategies for implementing safe systems in tribal areas to reduce motor vehicle fatalities, with insights on SS4A grant applications.
This course focuses on addressing the disproportionate rate of motor vehicle traffic deaths in indigenous communities, particularly among children and youth. It explores the effectiveness of applying a Safe Systems approach to road safety in tribal areas, considering unique structural barriers. The course provides historical context, expert perspectives, and specific community examples. It covers interventions for creating safe systems and guides on applying for SS4A grants. Participants will learn about road safety considerations in tribal nations, implementation strategies, and access to valuable resources for enhancing road safety in indigenous communities.
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What you'll learn
Understand the disproportionate impact of motor vehicle traffic deaths on indigenous communities
Learn about the Safe Systems approach and its application in tribal settings
Explore structural barriers to road safety in tribal communities and strategies to address them
Gain insights into effective interventions for creating safer road systems
Understand the process of applying for SS4A grants and accessing funding for road safety projects
Learn how to build and maintain political and community support for Safe System interventions
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
2.23 Hours PreRecorded video
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
FullTime access
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There are 3 modules in this course
This course explores the application of Safe Systems approaches to road safety in tribal communities, addressing the disproportionately high rates of motor vehicle traffic deaths among indigenous populations. It provides historical context and expert perspectives on road safety in tribal nations, focusing on specific structural barriers and intervention strategies. The curriculum covers the implementation of safe system interventions, community engagement, and guidance on applying for Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grants. Participants will learn about effective speed management, environmental considerations, and methods for building political and community support for safety initiatives. The course emphasizes practical applications, offering resources and tools for implementing safe systems approaches and successfully obtaining funding for road safety projects in tribal areas.
Setting the Stage
Module 1 · 2 Hours to complete
Intervening to Create a Safe System in your Community
Module 2 · 47 Minutes to complete
Putting Safe System Interventions in Place
Module 3 · 1 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Payment options
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Instructors
Distinguished Scholar at Johns Hopkins University
Dr. Jeffrey Michael is a Distinguished Scholar at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, where he conducts research focused on mobility services and the development of policies aimed at creating safer transportation systems that enhance access to health determinants. He serves as the Leon S. Robertson Faculty Development Chair in Injury Prevention and leads the New Mobility Initiative, which aims to leverage emerging mobility technologies to improve safety and reduce health disparities. Dr. Michael has extensive experience in public health and motor vehicle safety, having previously held leadership positions at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). His work includes developing strategies to increase seat belt use, decrease impaired driving, and enhance emergency medical services. He has authored numerous safety guidance documents and is committed to translating research findings into effective public health policies. Dr. Michael also teaches a course on Coursera titled "Road Safety & Indigenous Communities: Safe Systems Approach," furthering his impact on public health education and advocacy.
Tribal Injury Prevention Advocate/Consultant at Johns Hopkins University
Holly Billie, MPH, serves as a Tribal Injury Prevention Advocate and Consultant at Johns Hopkins University, where she focuses on addressing injury prevention in American Indian and Alaska Native communities. With a strong background in public health, she has contributed significantly to research aimed at reducing unintentional injuries in these populations. Billie is also an instructor on Coursera for the course "Road Safety & Indigenous Communities: Safe Systems Approach," which emphasizes the importance of developing safe transportation systems that consider the unique needs of Indigenous communities. Her work includes collaboration with the Indian Health Service and other organizations to implement effective injury prevention strategies tailored to tribal contexts. Through her advocacy and research, Holly Billie is dedicated to improving health outcomes and safety for vulnerable populations.
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