This roundtable discussion is about Vision Zero and the push to increase safety on our roadways for all road users while eliminating all traffic-related severe injuries and fatalities. Seth LaJeunesse shared statistics and discussed the Vision Zero movement. Rachel Anderson shared how local programs all around the Triangle are asking pedestrians and bicyclists to do their part by using lights, wearing reflective gear, and ensuring, they are highly visible as we approach the end of daylight savings time.


 

Previous Webinars

Recorded on February 10, 2022

the free MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: Bike in Any Weather webinar discussed cycling and weather preparedness in the Triangle, with a focus on weather conditions (Snow, Ice, Rain, Heat), gear, and safety. Presenter: Jamie Gaskill, Active Transportation Professional at Colorado State University, League of American Bicyclists Coach and Certified Instructor.

Recorded on September 9th, 2021

Watch an engaging discussion about the impact of COVID19 on employment law. We had a candid conversation with Federal Contractor and retired Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Supervisory Administrative Judge, Charetta Harrington about returning to the worksite and recent changes to the law.

 

Recorded on July 28, 2020

Cyber Security Keep your company and personal data safe while working remotely. View this open discussion with the Town of Chapel Hill’s Chief Information Security Officer and IT management consultant, Robert Reynolds. Determine your level of risk, learn what to ask your IT Department and the next steps to a more secure online environment. Listen in on questions from other employers, employees, and IT staff as part of the discussion.

 

Recorded on December 10, 2020

Part-time, temporary teleworking for many has transitioned to a full-time, longer term work arrangement.  Not everyone has a designated home office space, some have less than ideal “temporary” home office workstations.  Let’s look at ergonomics while teleworking for health and productivity. Join us as we talk with the Executive Director of The Ergonomics Center of North Carolina, Julia Abate and review basic neutral postures desired when working from an office setting, identifying some common causes of discomfort and some low cost, quick fixes to improving the “temporary” home office.

Recorded on November 2, 2020

Join us for a discussion with Dr. John Staley about the basics of infection prevention and control in the workplace. We will talk about considerations for businesses as they plan to reopen amid the COVID-19 pandemic as well as how employees can prepare to protect themselves and their families upon returning to the worksite.

Recorded on March 18, 2021

Join us for a discussion with Annie Schmidt, Director of the Wake National Alliance on Mental Illness. We will discuss the psychological distress caused by the pandemic and its impact. As we continue to work from home by the masses and depend on essential worker, let’s get a basic understanding of how to support coworkers and promote a mentally healthy work environment.

 

Recorded on April 29, 2021

Are you inquisitive about the many trail systems in the Triangle? Join us for the next MISSION IMPOSSIBLE web event discussing the magnificent trails of the Triangle. Learn about the amazing financial and health impacts they provide to the community.  Walk, bike, run, hike with family, friends, the trail systems in the Triangle connecting our neighborhoods to parks, jobs, friends and other opportunities to explore.

 

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Recorded on July 29, 2021

Is analysis paralysis thwarting your organization's hybrid workplace policy development? Join GoTriangle’s Chief of Staff, Sharon Chavis, for a discussion about strategies to move an organization from a temporary pandemic solution to a forward looking policy meeting the needs of the organization and employees.

 

Recorded on April 21, 2022

The free MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: Sustainability and Transportation discussed Sustainability and transportation in Durham County, the impacts of commute choices, and how to implement environmentally sustainable practices. Presenter: Tobin Freid, Sustainability Manager for Durham County.

Recorded on August 25, 2022

The webinar focused on how to find a carpool, best practices of successful carpoolers, the terminology around ridesharing, history of carpooling and opossums too! Presenter by Paul Straw, Share the Ride NC System Administrator and GoTriangle Sustainable Travel Services Specialist.

 

This webinar is for cyclists who are past the basics of bicycling, and focused for those who currently ride on roadways or are heading that way. 

 

Bike and Pedestrian Safety was offered on October 19, 2023. During this discussion, we learned about Vision Zero and the push to increase safety on our roadways for all road users while eliminating all traffic-related severe injuries and fatalities. Seth LaJeunesse shared an overview of the Vision Zero movement and some statistics. While Rachel Anderson shared how the City of Raleigh and other local programs all around the Triangle are asking pedestrians and bicyclists to do their part by using lights, wearing reflective gear, and ensuring, they are highly visible as we approach the end of daylight savings time.