Speak up for better biking
Things you can do right now for a safer, happier bike ride:
Keep the W&OD open to e-bikes
Comment on NOVA Parks’ proposed regulations for the W&OD.
Help Arlington prioritize bike lane sweeping!
Arlington is (finally!) starting a sweeping program for its protected bike lanes. Help staff prioritize, by 11/15.
Demand answers before VDOT adds lanes to I-495 S
We need answers before officials continue developing VDOT’s express lanes expansion over the Wilson Bridge. Take action before 11/17.
Fix Virginia’s misguided transportation priorities
Call on the Commonwealth Transportation Board to prioritize biking, walking, and transit over vehicle speeds. By 11/30.
Let’s hang out!
Meet us for a ride, a public meeting, coffee, or a class:
Adult Learn to Ride – DC
Nov 15, 2026
NoVa Families for Safe Streets World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims 2026
Nov 15, 2026
Join NoVA FSS for the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
Save Hains Point Rally!
Nov 15, 2026
Save Hains Point Rally with Third Act DMV
Ride For Your Life DC
Nov 15, 2026
Honor lives changed by traffic violence and champion safe streets in our nation’s capital
World Day of Remembrance 2026: Invest in Safety, Not Speed
Nov 15, 2026
Join a regional gathering to remember and honor experiences with traffic violence.
Montgomery County 2026 World Day of Remembrance Observance
Nov 15, 2026
Gathering of Families and Friends to remember and honor those lost to traffic violence
News & Updates
Here’s what we’ve been up to recently:
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Breaking News: Hains Point to Remain Open
Hours from the proposed closure, Judge grants temporary protection for East Potomac Park.
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Observing World Day of Remembrance Across the Region
On Sunday, November 15, 2026, communities across the country will join a global call to action for World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
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Preliminary Injunction: thank YOU for making a big hoopla about Hains Point!
Last night, the judge in DC Preservation League’s case against the administration issued a strongly worded preliminary injunction in our […]
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Hains Point Hoopla 4.0: JOIN THE FIGHT!
WABA’s weekly newsletter
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Making biking less scary together in Virginia
Last week, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors proclaimed October as Pedestrian Safety Month.
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If you’re reading this it’s (not) too late
This is a brand-spanking-new newsletter from me, Taahira, a native Washingtonian and your favorite local safe streets advocate.