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About International Walk To School Month 

Worldwide
EVENT NAME:
Walk To School Month, Intl.
EVENT CATEGORIES:
Sports & Fitness , Children
Health , Education
Dates Active:
Begins: Oct 01, 2024
Ends: Oct 31, 2024
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DESCRIPTION:

TAKING IT TO THE STREETS:
INTERNATIONAL WALK TO SCHOOL MONTH

International Walk to School Month is a global initiative that encourages children, parents, and communities to embrace walking as a healthy, safe, and environmentally friendly mode of transportation to school. Organizations such as the Partnership for a Walkable America, the University of North Carolina Highway Safety Research Center, the UK-based charity Living Streets, and various local governments and schools worldwide support the event.

The primary goal of International Walk to School Month is to enhance the physical and mental well-being of children, alleviate traffic congestion and pollution around schools, and underscore the importance of creating safe, walkable environments in communities. Families play a crucial role in this initiative by making walking to school a regular habit, thereby fostering a more active lifestyle for children and reducing their carbon footprint.

Throughout October, schools and communities worldwide demonstrate their commitment to promoting health and environmental awareness by organizing walking events, safety workshops, and awareness campaigns. These activities not only encourage healthy habits but also help to build a sense of community and responsibility toward the environment.

International Walk to School Month reminds us of the importance of active transportation and its role in promoting healthier, safer, and more sustainable communities.

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