Jordan Strahan and Joel Stephens are getting ready to cycle almost fifteen thousand kilometres around Australia under the banner of Pedal it Forward.
Their aim is to raise funds for World Bicycle Relief which is a charity dedicated to providing access to bicycles to a range of people in developing countries. The humble bicycle can provide an enormous leap in work productivity, access to healthcare, education and economic development.
World Bicycle Relief is a nonprofit organization transforming individuals and their communities through The Power of Bicycles.
Compared to walking, bicycles represent an enormous leap in productivity and access to healthcare, education and economic opportunities. The simple, sustainable nature of bicycles empowers individuals, their families and their communities.
To accomplish our mission we:
DESIGN, SOURCE & MANUFACTURE rugged bicycles engineered specifically for rural African terrain and load requirements
ASSEMBLE bicycles locally with proper tools and close attention to quality
DELIVER bicycles through Work-to-Own & Study-to-Own programs
ESTABLISH maintenance infrastructure by training local field mechanics
EVALUATE our work through independent studies
COMMUNICATE program results to donors and partners
Jordan and Joel joined me in the studio this morning during my radio program to tell me more about their epic adventure. You can click the play button on the audio player below to listen to our conversation.
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