About CAPI

CAPI (Children Accident Prevention Initiative) is a non-governmental, non-profit organization focused on preventing road traffic crashes and fatalities involving school children across Nigeria.

Who We Are

CAPI Road Team

CAPI is a non-profit organization committed to enhancing the safety and protection of school-aged children across Nigeria. We work to prevent road traffic crashes involving children especially those who walk to and from school by promoting safer mobility, advocating for child-focused road safety policies, and strengthening community awareness. We are members of the Global Alliance of NGOs on Road Safety and our members are part of the Global Youth Coalition for Road Safety.

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CAPI aims to scale interventions across all 774 local government areas in Nigeria, prioritizing high-risk regions identified through data and community feedback.

CAPI Vision

Vision

A Nigeria where every child journeys to and from school safely, free from preventable road crashe la and where safe mobility is supported by communities and systems that prioritize safe mobility for all. Safe mobility is a guaranteed right, not a privilege.

CAPI Mission

Mission

Our mission is to design, scale and implement practical road safety interventions that protect school children—especially in high-risk communities and along major school routes. We work to reduce road traffic crashes involving young people by promoting safe mobility, strengthening policies, and equipping communities with the knowledge and tools to keep children safe.

CAPI Core Value

Core Values

  • Child Safety First: We prioritize the safety and well-being of every child in all our programs, decisions, and actions.
  • Integrity & Transparency: We uphold honesty, accountability, and openness in all our operations and partnerships.
  • Collaboration: We work closely with government agencies, schools, NGOs, youth networks, and community stakeholders to drive collective impact.
  • Innovation for Impact: We develop creative, sustainable, and practical solutions that improve child safety and safe mobility.
  • Evidence-Driven Action: Our interventions are guided by data, research, and global best practices to ensure meaningful, measurable results.
  • Youth Leadership: We recognize and elevate the voices of young people, ensuring they play an active role in shaping safer mobility and community change.
  • Commitment to Excellence: We strive for high quality programs and continuous improvement in everything we do.

Our Approach

  • Prevention through visibility:We provide reflective safety gear to ensure children are easily seen by motorists, reducing the risk of road traffic crashes.
  • Infrastructure advocacy: We work with authorities to install zebra crossings, road signage, and other essential safety infrastructure around school zones.
  • Education & training: We equip pupils, teachers, parents, and all road users with life-saving road safety knowledge and skills.
  • Emergency readiness:We promote access to first aid and emergency response services near schools to ensure quick and effective assistance when needed.
Road Accident Victim